A garage floor coating should hold up to real life for years, not start showing problems shortly after installation. The difference between a long-lasting coating and an early failure often comes down to the questions you ask before choosing an installer.
Here are five important questions homeowners in Northwest Ohio should ask before committing to a garage floor coating.
Can you do a 1-day polyurea-polyaspartic coating installation?
The correct answer is: “We can, but we would rather do it right.”
If moisture levels in your concrete exceed 1 percent, which is very common, installing a 1-day polyurea-polyaspartic coating directly to concrete without proper moisture mitigation can lead to blistering or delamination over time. Installers focused on longevity test moisture levels first and recommend a 2-day system when conditions require it.
What types of coatings do you use?
Not all garage floor coatings are built the same. Quality installers use a range of coating types, including epoxies, polyurethanes, and polyurea-polyaspartics. Epoxies are often used as primers and build coats for strong adhesion, while polyurea-polyaspartics provide UV stability, chemical resistance, and durability as topcoats. Material selection should always be based on the space and concrete conditions.
Does your company use zero- or low-VOC products?
Some contractors still use older products with high levels of volatile organic compounds. Today’s premium garage floor coatings are available in zero- or low-VOC formulations that are safer for indoor environments. Your installer should be able to provide technical data sheets that clearly show VOC ratings and product safety information.
Can your coatings be applied in extreme hot and cold temperatures?
Northwest Ohio weather can present real challenges. Experienced installers select coating products designed to perform under varying seasonal conditions and should be able to work year-round.
What is your warranty?
A warranty can reveal how confident an installer is in their process. Look for clear explanations of what is covered, what is excluded, and how workmanship and materials are supported. Vague or unclear warranty language can be a red flag.
Thinking about upgrading your garage? Contact Garage Floor Coating of Toledo to learn which coating option is right for your home.