Choosing the right epoxy flooring system matters, but choosing the right installer can make just as much difference. Whether you’re considering epoxy flooring for a garage, commercial space, or industrial facility, it pays to know who you’re hiring. Before choosing an epoxy flooring contractor, ask these three important questions.
1. How Much Epoxy Flooring Experience Do You Have?
Epoxy flooring involves much more than just rolling an epoxy coating over concrete. An experienced epoxy flooring professional will know how to evaluate the condition of your existing concrete and identify and address any issues that may arise during installation.
Choose a contractor with experience that fits your specific job. Ask how long they have been installing epoxy floors and what kinds of projects they typically handle. Are they primarily installing for residential, commercial, or industrial use? Do they offer a variety of design options? What epoxy recommendations do they have for your space?
Ask to take a look at the contractor’s past work before making your decision. Photos of completed projects can give you a good idea of the quality of their work, and customer reviews can tell you what it’s like to work with the company.
Nevada Custom Coatings has installed epoxy flooring for a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial applications throughout Nevada. Browse our online gallery to see completed projects, or read our customer testimonials to hear directly from our customers.
2. How Will You Prepare and Install My Epoxy Floor?
A beautiful epoxy floor starts with what happens before the epoxy is applied. Proper preparation of the concrete surface is key to a durable, long-lasting epoxy system. Simply cleaning the concrete or lightly roughing it up may not be enough for a professional installation.
Ask the contractor to explain exactly how they intend to prepare your concrete for the epoxy coating. Will they clean, grind, repair, or level the concrete prior to installation? At Nevada Custom Coatings, surface preparation often includes diamond grinding to create the proper surface profile for strong epoxy coating adhesion.
Some epoxy installation companies use their own crews to install, while others turn the project over to subcontractors. So, ask who will actually be handling your installation. Nevada Custom Coatings does not use subcontractors. That means the person who provides you the quote and the individuals installing your agreed-upon system are all a part of our company. This allows us to oversee the entire project and maintain the consistent high quality we are known for from surface preparation through the final coating.
3. What Exactly Am I Getting for My Investment?
Price matters, but comparing epoxy flooring quotes based on the final number alone can be misleading and is where a lot of home and business owners get in trouble.
You may get very different quotes from two contractors for the same floor. Often, there’s a reason for the difference. One contractor may use more extensive surface preparation, different materials, or recommend a different epoxy coating system. When comparing quotes, take a close look at the details such as:
- The recommended epoxy flooring system
- Concrete preparation and repairs
- Number and type of coating layers
- Who will perform the installation
- Anticipated timeline for the entire project
- The type of warranty the system comes with
- Additional costs that may not be expected
Before selecting a contractor, make sure they are properly licensed and insured. They should also be able to clearly explain the quote, what’s included, and why they’re recommending a particular flooring system for your project.
Ask Questions Before Choosing an Epoxy Installer
You don’t have to know everything about epoxy flooring to choose a good contractor. Ask questions, understand how they plan to prepare and install your floor, and make sure you know exactly what’s included in the price.
Nevada Custom Coatings has the experience, trained in-house crews, professional equipment, and a proven installation process to help you choose an epoxy flooring system that fits your space and how you actually use it. Contact us to discuss your project and request a quote.
