Problems We Solve

Cracks in garage slabs are common and usually cosmetic, but wide or active cracks can telegraph through a new coating if they are not treated correctly. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Pitting shows up as small surface craters, often from freeze-thaw damage, chemical exposure, or poor initial finishing. Filling pits before coating is the difference between a smooth new floor and one that highlights every hole. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Spalling is when the top layer of the slab flakes or breaks off, usually from freeze-thaw, salt exposure, or previous coating failure. It has to be addressed before any new system goes down. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Oil-stained concrete is one of the most common garage floor problems. Surface oils must be removed and the substrate cleaned before coating — a coating will not stick to oil. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Peeling coatings almost always trace to preparation or moisture. A coating that peels within months usually failed at the substrate, not from wear. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Bubbles form when air or moisture escapes through wet coating. Cause can be outgassing from concrete, moisture drive from below, or roller and application technique. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Standard epoxy yellows over time when exposed to sunlight. UV-stable topcoats — polyaspartic or polyurea — solve this on sun-exposed floors. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Smooth epoxy topcoats can feel slick when wet. Anti-slip additives at the topcoat stage add grip appropriate for the environment. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

High and low spots in a slab telegraph through a thin coating and can leave puddles. Grinding or self-leveling underlayment addresses the issue before finishing. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Slabs without adequate vapor barriers can push moisture up through the concrete. A standard coating fails; a moisture-mitigation system solves it. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

White, chalky deposits on concrete are efflorescence — salts carried to the surface by moisture. It signals moisture activity that has to be understood before coating. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Commercial coatings wear through the topcoat first. When wear is limited to the topcoat and the base is sound, recoating restores appearance and protection. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Chemical damage looks like softening, discoloration, or dissolution of the coating. The right response depends on the chemistry involved and how the floor is being used. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Tire pickup happens when hot tires soften a coating and lift the topcoat as the vehicle drives off. Proper system selection and full cure time prevent it. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Marks left by hot tires — different from lifting — are usually cosmetic transfer, not coating failure. Prevention comes from finish selection and cleaning routine. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Fading points to UV exposure or aggressive cleaning chemicals. UV-stable topcoats and correct cleaners prevent it. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Scratches happen — dragged furniture, dropped tools, equipment moves. Isolated scratches are usually cosmetic; widespread scratching indicates a wear pattern worth addressing. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Chips are usually impact damage — dropped tools, dropped weights, dragged pallets. Repair prevents moisture from getting under the coating. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Concrete paint is not a coating. It usually fails within a few years and must be removed before any real coating system goes down. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Rough, porous, or textured floors trap dirt. Choosing the right surface — coating type, texture level, sheen — makes cleaning drastically easier. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Persistent garage odors often come from oil, gas, and moisture trapped in porous concrete. Sealing or coating locks contamination in the substrate and prevents future absorption. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Flaking is a form of surface failure, often from freeze-thaw or salt. Chase out the flaking material and repair before installing any coating. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

A poor previous installation shows up as peeling, bubbling, patchy adhesion, or inconsistent finish. Fixing it usually means removing the old material and starting from a properly prepared substrate. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.

Delamination is when the coating separates from the substrate — usually a moisture or preparation issue. It signals a bond failure that cannot be patched over. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.