Choosing to coat your garage, patio, or commercial floor is a big investment—and hiring the right contractor makes all the difference. In the Dallas–Fort Worth area, where weather extremes and foot traffic can be harsh on concrete, you want a company that combines experience, quality materials, and honest service.

Before you sign a contract, here are 7 essential questions to ask a floor coating company to make sure you’re getting lasting results, not short-term fixes.

1. What Type of Floor Coating Do You Use—Epoxy or Polyaspartic?

Not all coatings are created equal. Epoxy is a strong, cost-effective option ideal for indoor use, while polyaspartic cures faster and performs better outdoors due to UV resistance. The best contractors will explain the pros and cons of each material and help you choose based on your surface, weather exposure, and budget.

✅ At DFW Flake & Epoxy Floor Coatings, we use both epoxy and polyaspartic depending on the specific project need—and explain why it matters.

2. Do You Prep the Concrete Before Applying the Coating?

Surface preparation is crucial for long-term bonding. Without proper grinding or shot blasting, coatings can peel, bubble, or delaminate.

🛑 If the contractor skips this or uses acid etching only, that’s a red flag. Always ask how they prep the surface—and ensure they use mechanical methods.

3. What Is the Estimated Cure Time and Downtime?

Epoxy may require 2–3 days to cure, while polyaspartic coatings can be ready in as little as one day. Depending on how soon you need to use the space, this can affect your decision.

✔️ DFW Flake & Epoxy offers one-day installations with minimal disruption for most residential and light commercial jobs.

4. Can I Customize the Color and Finish?

Coatings aren't just functional—they're visual upgrades too. Ask about flake blends, gloss levels, slip resistance, and color options. A reputable company should have a portfolio or gallery of past work.

🎨 We offer a wide range of customizable flake finishes, solid colors, and design consultations to match your style and needs.

5. Do You Offer a Warranty?

A warranty reflects the company’s confidence in their materials and workmanship. Look for a minimum 5-year warranty on residential jobs, and preferably longer.

🛡️ DFW Flake & Epoxy offers a lifetime warranty on residential floor coatings—no small print, just long-lasting protection.

6. Are You Licensed, Insured, and Locally Based?

Always verify that the company is properly licensed and insured in Texas. Hiring a local contractor also means faster service, better accountability, and support when needed.

📍 As a locally owned DFW company, we’re fully insured and proud to serve our community with integrity and fast response times.

7. Can You Provide References or Online Reviews?

Any reputable company should be happy to point you to Google reviews, testimonials, or past client feedback. If they hesitate, consider it a red flag.

🌟 With dozens of five-star reviews and real project photos, DFW Flake & Epoxy has built a reputation for quality and reliability across North Texas.

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