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Garage floor coating FAQ

The questions Vero Beach homeowners actually ask — answered from observed evidence, with sources named.

How much does it cost to epoxy a 2-car garage in Vero Beach?

Observed reviewer-reported prices: $1,500 / $2,500 / $2,800 (Angi reviews of Indian River Epoxy LLC, Jul 2025). Aggregator ranges: Porch $1,841–$3,131, Thumbtack $1,870–$2,700, datahand $582–$2,243 (avg $1,401). Full breakdown in the cost guide.

Epoxy vs polyaspartic in Florida — which is better?

Sun-exposed entrance: polyaspartic (UV-stable, won't yellow; cures in hours). Shaded enclosed garage: epoxy (cheaper, long local track record). Many shops install an epoxy base with a polyaspartic topcoat — ask which you're being quoted. Full comparison →

How long does epoxy take to cure in Florida humidity?

Days, and humidity extends the window. Get the installer's humid-season cure schedule in writing — specifically when you can park on it — not the generic schedule. Polyaspartic is often drivable the same day.

What prep does the floor need?

Degrease, diamond-grind (not just acid etch), repair cracks, test the slab for moisture. Skipped prep is the #1 cause of peeling. If a quote doesn't mention grinding method and moisture testing, that's your answer about the quote. Why floors fail →

What do warranties actually cover?

Read the exclusions — yellowing, hot-tire pickup, and moisture failures are the standard carve-outs. Ask: are those three covered, who honors the warranty (installer or manufacturer), and what's the claim process?

How do I hire a contractor without getting burned?

1. Get itemized quotes that name the chemistry (epoxy / polyaspartic / hybrid), not just a brand name.
2. Ask how they test slab moisture and what grinding method they use.
3. Get the humid-season cure schedule and parking date in writing.
4. Get warranty exclusions in writing — especially yellowing, hot-tire pickup, moisture.
5. Check recent reviews; give extra weight to reviewers who say what they paid (the only real price signal).
6. Never pay the full balance before the cure schedule is complete.

Can I DIY it?

Yes, and the savings are real ($1,048 documented DIY vs ~$6,000 pro quotes). But Florida humidity is unforgiving of skipped prep, and you own all the risk. The honest DIY-vs-pro math →

Why does my existing epoxy floor peel?

Almost always prep or moisture, rarely the product. Diagnose by symptom →