Your garage floor endures a lot: weather, foot traffic, vehicles, weather, liquids, and more. Cracking, crumbling, and even breaking could occur on your garage floor due to these factors. As such, it can be tough for homeowners to discern whether to repair their garage floor.
This guide will help you decide the best course of action depending on the condition of your garage floor.
Signs Your Garage Needs New Flooring
Cracking
Cracks can be caused by the age of the concrete, poor installation, or normal wear and tear. Most cracks are superficial, but they can be harmful to your tires and the bottom of your car. Depending on where you live in the country, the cracking can be caused by your floor freezing in the winter and then thawing in the summer. This will cause the garage floor to swell and shrink along with the seasons, damaging your flooring with time. This freezing and thawing cycle can also cause problems that relate to foundation deterioration.
It’s important to note that although most garage cracks are not a cause for worry, some are. Deeper cracks can also be caused by too much moisture via improper drainage or structural problems, both of which can cause problems if not addressed. If left untreated, the cracks can become worse and cause more serious damage. The more serious the damage, the more costly the repair will be.
Wear and Tear
Issues such as unevenness, chipping, and wear and tear are common in older garage floors. If these problems become excessive, it may be time to look into a repair. Wear and tear can occur for many reasons, such as a poor foundation or thin concrete. Excessive weight due to your cars, foot traffic, storage, and equipment (such as lawnmowers) make wear and tear an inevitable aspect of having a garage–but it doesn’t have to stay that way!
Sinking
Garage floors can sometimes look uneven, almost as if they are sinking. This could be due to poor draining around the garage area which can lead to expensive structural harm that can spread to other areas of your home. If you notice your garage doors are sticking or not working properly, they may be misaligned due to the unevenness of a sinking floor. This will necessitate a repair.
Poor Aesthetics
You might notice that your garage floor isn’t looking as good as it used to. This could be because of scuffs, scratches, stains, or tire marks. Garage flooring can lose its original color due to paint, chemicals, and other daily wear and tear. If these aesthetic issues are bothering you or become extreme, then it could be time to consider repairing or replacing your garage floor.
How a New Garage Coating Can Help
Garage floor concrete coatings have become very popular over the years. A concrete coating acts as a sealant and protects the floor from weather, tires, foot traffic, and more, leaving your garage floor looking beautiful year-round.
Our process is quick, affordable, and perfected with the latest advancements. We use polyurea polyaspartic applications instead of epoxy for the following reasons:
- Polyurea cures faster.
- Polyurea is more skid-resistant and flexible, while epoxy breaks.
- Polyurea offers greater durability against the elements and wear and tear.
This type of coating will prevent future cracks and increase the longevity of your garage floor, giving you peace of mind. Polyurea polyaspartic coating is the best choice for homeowners and business owners alike, and our satisfied customers can back us up on that!
Whether you want to freshen up your garage floor or prevent damage on one that’s newly repaired, Cleveland Concrete Coatings is here to help!