Floor Coating Professionals vs. DIY Kits
We get it, being a homeowner comes with a long list of costs—water bills, heating costs, property taxes. After a point, everything really begins to add up. And sometimes, there is a strong temptation to simply cut costs and do some of the work yourself. And while that may be fine and well for many home-improvement projects, there are just some jobs that are better left to the professionals to ensure that it gets done right the first time.
So, why do we recommend our professional floor coating services over do-it-yourself (DIY) kits? Firstly, regardless of whether you are working with an epoxy coating system or a polyaspartic coating system, both products give a limited window of working time. This means that the work has to be done quickly and efficiently, with very little room—or time!—for error. Working with floor coating systems is fast-paced and skilled work, and not a job we would recommend to first-timers or even seasoned homeowners who enjoy DIY projects.
Secondly, if a homeowner were to make a mistake on their floor coating,—whether it be an epoxy garage, porch, patio, or basement—the cost to fix the error and recoat is oftentimes much greater than simply hiring our professionals the first time around. In most cases, professionals will be the ones who have to come out to fix the coating. And unfortunately, there is a lot that can go wrong during a floor coating if it is done by individuals who’ve never done it before. Whether it be improper surface preparation, insufficient tools, or simply the elements working against you, there are many errors that can be made that will only cost you more money as a homeowner in the future.
Another key advantage of hiring professionals is that we have access to the proper equipment needed for surface preparation. Achieving a durable, long-lasting floor coating starts long before the first layer of epoxy or polyaspartic is applied—it begins with correctly grinding, cleaning, and repairing the concrete surface. Professionals use industrial-grade grinders, HEPA vacuums, moisture meters, and specialized repair materials to ensure the surface is properly profiled and free of contaminants. Without this essential prep work, even the best coating systems can fail to adhere or start peeling prematurely. With professional equipment and expertise, we’re able to create the perfect foundation for a seamless, strong, and beautiful floor that stands the test of time.
That is why we strongly recommend professional services when it comes to all your floor coating needs—whether it be a large space like an epoxy garage, basement, or commercial area, or smaller projects like porches, landings, steps, and patios. We will ensure that the job is done right the first time, ensuring aesthetic, protected, and functional flooring for many years to come! Sometimes, it pays to let professionals do the work for you.
