If you want your garage floor to look its best and last for decades, an epoxy coating may be a worthwhile investment. While DIYers may be able to apply the material themselves, professional garage floor contractors usually achieve better results faster and at a much lower price point compared to purchasing materials at Home Depot and applying them themselves.
There are various factors that determine the cost of garage epoxy flooring installation service, including type of materials used and labor involvement. Labor typically accounts for 33% to 60% of total costs while materials represent the remainder. Most companies will send two staff members to complete this project efficiently.
At first, a concrete floor must be prepared by removing any paints, sealants, or coatings still present on its surface. A professional can use proper tools and equipment to open up its pores to the correct depth so the primer will absorb into it properly. A contractor can also help identify cracks or chips in need of repair before applying an epoxy application.
Before applying any epoxy material to the floor, it must first be cleaned of dirt, dust, or debris that could interfere with adhesion of new epoxy material. After drying has occurred, a concrete contractor will prime it with a product that helps it adhere to it; this step typically costs $25-250 depending on how extensive repairs need to be performed.
Once the primer has set, it’s time to apply epoxy material. With either a roller or trowel, a concrete contractor will spread an even coat across the floor using epoxy material. After smoothing it out, leave for at least an hour or so so it becomes tacky; afterwards a painter can cut in along walls using brushes before rolling out large sections at once (roughly five feet by five feet).
Final coats must also be allowed to set for at least an hour, before walking on it. Warm weather should be used when applying epoxy as this gives off volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which may be detrimental to health if inhaled directly.
Professional garage epoxy flooring installation services will complete their task quickly and affordably, saving you the trouble of doing it yourself or spending more on an inferior professional service provider. Remember: every minute your garage floor remains unutilized costs you money! Get in touch with a concrete contractor now; you may be amazed how affordable their quote actually is.