1. Clear The Garage Floor
Everything sitting on the concrete needs to come out: vehicles, shelves that touch the floor, bikes, tools, bins, mats and loose items. If the coating crew has full access, grinding and coating can move cleanly.
2. Plan Where Stored Items Will Go
Most homeowners move items into a driveway, shed, trailer, basement or temporary storage area. Plan this before the install date so the garage is empty when the crew arrives.
3. Mention Oil, Paint Or Old Coating
Oil stains, old paint and failing coatings can change prep needs. Phoenix Epoxy reviews the slab, but it helps to mention known problem areas during the estimate.
4. Keep The Cure Window Clear
Every coating system needs time before foot traffic and vehicle traffic. We explain the walk-on and drive-on timing for your floor so the finish has time to cure properly.
Do not acid wash or apply DIY patch products right before your coating estimate. Some products can create more prep work or interfere with adhesion.
5. Send Photos Before The Estimate
Photos help us understand floor size, cracks, drainage, steps, stem walls and storage challenges before arriving. For Windsor–Essex homeowners, this is often the fastest way to start the quote process.
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