Question 1

How long does installation take?

Accepted Answer

Most residential garage floors (2-car, standard) are completed in 1-2 days — typically 6-8 hours from grinding to final topcoat. Larger or multi-area projects may take 2 days. You can walk on the floor in 24 hours and drive on it in 48.

Question 2

What's the difference between polyurea and epoxy?

Accepted Answer

Polyurea is the newer, better technology. It's 100% more flexible than epoxy (critical for Wisconsin freeze-thaw cycles), UV stable (won't yellow in sunlight), resistant to hot tire pickup, and cures much faster. Epoxy is rigid, yellows, peels from hot tires, and takes up to a week to cure. We use polyurea exclusively because it outperforms epoxy in every measurable category. Read our full comparison here.

Question 3

What does the preparation process involve?

Accepted Answer

Every installation starts with professional diamond grinding. We grind the entire floor to remove contaminants, existing coatings, and the weak surface layer of concrete. This opens the pores for a permanent mechanical bond. After grinding, we repair all cracks with flexible polyurea filler and patch any damaged areas. We never use acid etching — diamond grinding is the only method that creates a proper long-term bond.

Question 4

What's included in the 15-year warranty?

Accepted Answer

Our 15-year limited warranty covers chipping, cracking, and peeling of the coating under normal residential use. We also include a separate lifetime warranty against UV fading — meaning the color won't yellow or chalk in sunlight, ever. The warranty does not cover damage from abuse, neglect, or improper chemical exposure. It's a real warranty, not a marketing gimmick.

Question 5

Do I need to clear out my entire garage?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The floor needs to be completely clear — vehicles, storage, shelving contents, tools, everything on the floor. If you have permanently mounted items like a water heater, furnace, or support posts, let Dave know during the quote and we'll plan around them. Tip: clear the garage the day before. It always takes longer than people expect.

Question 6

How much does a garage floor coating cost?

Accepted Answer

Pricing depends on square footage and the condition of your concrete. We publish ballpark per-square-foot pricing on our website because we believe you deserve to know if we're in your budget before committing to a quote visit. An exact price requires a free on-site measurement and assessment to account for repairs, joint filling, and any special conditions. Call or text Dave at (715) 307-8302 for a straight answer.

Question 7

Can you coat a basement floor with moisture issues?

Accepted Answer

In most cases, yes. Our polyurea systems are more moisture-tolerant than epoxy and create a seamless barrier that prevents moisture migration through the slab. Basements with visible standing water or active water intrusion may need drainage work first, but typical ground moisture vapor is well within what our systems handle. Dave will assess the moisture level during the free quote visit.

Question 8

What areas do you serve?

Accepted Answer

We serve western Wisconsin (River Falls, Hudson, Prescott, Ellsworth, New Richmond, Baldwin, Menomonie, and surrounding areas) and the east Twin Cities metro (Woodbury, Stillwater, Cottage Grove, Lake Elmo, Oakdale, Hastings, Eagan, Apple Valley, Lakeville, Farmington, Rosemount, and more). If you're within about 60 miles of River Falls, we can probably help. Give us a call.

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