The Do’s And Don’ts Of Repairing Cracked Concrete Floors
Even a well-built concrete floor will develop small chips and cracks over time. While these won’t immediately affect its overall structural integrity, it’s usually recommended that they should be addressed as soon as possible before they become expensive to repair.
However, there are also a few things that you shouldn’t do to ensure a proper repair. Guardian Garage Floors, your best choice for one day garage floors, explains more below.
What You Should Do
With a wire brush, clean the crack then sweep away and vacuum any loose debris. Do a thorough cleaning if grease, oil or dirt remains in or near the crack. Afterwards, undercut the edges of the crack with a cold chisel and large hammer to help hold the patch in place. Don’t forget to wear eye protection at this point!
Use a small paintbrush to coat the crack surface with concrete bonding adhesive. Allow the adhesive to dry completely, then mix a suitable amount of sand mix with some water as instructed on the bag. Sand mix is a variety of dried concrete products that you can buy in home stores.
Afterwards, use a trowel to fill the crack thoroughly with the mixture then smooth and level the surface. Allow the patch to cure undisturbed as instructed on the bag. If you find it a bit troublesome to do yourself or you don’t have the time, you can always hire a trusted professional on garage floors to do it for you.
What You Shouldn’t Do
Simply covering your cracked concrete floor with an epoxy coating won’t solve the issue, as the coat will most likely seep through the crack before drying. You’d rather have it repaired by a reputable contractor to solve the problem. And with our services, you can be confident that we only use the highest quality materials and the best-trained technicians to create a floor that’s guaranteed to perform for many years.
So, if you’re searching “garage floors residential” online, Guardian Garage Floors is your number one choice in the area. Call us at (615) 645-3696 or fill out our convenient contact form to get started. We serve Marietta and the surrounding areas.
