A garage floor coating should enhance your home for decades, not fall apart in a few years. Asking informed questions during the estimating process helps ensure you choose an installer who focuses on long-term performance rather than shortcuts.
Below is a simple installer interview homeowners can use before committing to a contractor.
Can you install a 1-day polyurea-polyaspartic coating?
A trustworthy response should be, “Yes, but we would rather do it right.”
If moisture levels in your concrete slab exceed 1%, which is very common, installing a 1-day system directly to concrete without proper moisture mitigation increases the risk of peeling or delamination. While faster installs may sound appealing, professional installers test moisture levels first and recommend a 2-day system when conditions call for it.
What materials do you use in your garage floor coating system?
High-quality garage floor coatings use multiple coating technologies working together. Industrial-grade epoxies are commonly used as primers and build coats, while polyurea-polyaspartics provide UV stability, chemical resistance, and durability as color and topcoats. Each material is selected based on the condition of the concrete and how the space is used.
How do you prepare the concrete?
Concrete preparation is critical to long-term success. Proper preparation requires professional diamond grinding to achieve the correct concrete surface profile. Cleaning alone or acid etching does not provide the level of adhesion needed for a durable garage floor coating.
Are your garage floor coating products zero- or low-VOC?
Today’s premium coatings are designed to protect indoor air quality. A professional installer should be able to provide technical data sheets that clearly outline VOC ratings and product safety information.
Can your coatings be applied in extreme hot or cold temperatures?
Seasonal weather changes can affect curing and adhesion. Experienced installers select coating products designed to perform under varying environmental conditions and should be able to work year-round.
What does your warranty cover?
Warranties should be straightforward and transparent. Ask what is covered, what is excluded, and how workmanship and materials are protected so there are no surprises later.
Considering a garage upgrade? Contact Timeless Concrete Coatings to learn which garage floor coating option is right for your home.