Residential · Scottsdale, AZ
When an old coating is peeling, bubbled, or stained, recoating without proper epoxy removal is a guaranteed failure. Elite Epoxy Scottsdale removes failing epoxy to clean concrete, then rebuilds the system with the right primer, body coat, and urethane topcoat for long service life in Scottsdale.
Proper results start with evaluation and mechanical removal, not acid etching or “scratch and coat.” We identify the existing system (epoxy, polyaspartic, acrylic sealer, paint) and test for contamination like tire plasticizer, oil, silicone, or curing compounds. Removal is done with planetary grinders using diamond tooling (PCD for thick coatings, metal-bond diamonds for profiling) and connected HEPA dust extraction to keep the job clean. We target the correct Concrete Surface Profile (typically CSP 2-3 for most epoxy floors, higher when needed), then repair spalls and cracks with epoxy mortar or polyurea crack filler before installing a moisture-mitigating epoxy primer when slab conditions require it.
Local slab and use conditions drive the finish system, not a one-size mix. In hot, dry cycles, garages and commercial bays see thermal movement, UV at the door line, and abrasive dust, so we build with 100% solids epoxy for body and broadcast coats, then lock it in with a UV-stable polyaspartic or aliphatic polyurethane topcoat. Options include full flake broadcast, quartz broadcast for slip resistance, and solid-color epoxy with a satin or gloss urethane finish. We adjust texture for the space (lighter for showrooms and offices, more aggressive for pool decks and shop floors) and add cove base, stem-wall coating, and chemical-resistant topcoats where washdown, batteries, or oils are present.
Scottsdale customers choose us because we treat removal as a structural part of the system, not an upsell. You get a written scope that spells out grinding method, CSP target, patch materials, coat thickness, and cure windows so there are no shortcuts. Our crews use commercial grinders, calibrated mixing, and clean batching practices to avoid soft spots and roller marks, and we protect edges, door tracks, and adjacent finishes during demolition. Licensed and insured work, clear scheduling, and honest recommendations (including when a full removal is smarter than a partial grind) keep the project predictable.
At completion, we walk the floor with you under good lighting and verify uniform coverage, texture, and terminations at drains, control joints, and door thresholds. You receive care and cure guidance, including when to return to foot traffic and vehicle traffic, how to clean without damaging the urethane topcoat, and what chemicals to avoid. If control joints need to remain functional, we discuss joint fill options and re-cut timing so the slab can move without telegraphing cracks through the coating. The final deliverable is a bonded, properly profiled epoxy system designed to stay down, stay clean, and look consistent for years.
Most garage floors are completed with prep plus coating in one to two working days, then cure time before full use. Light foot traffic may be possible sooner, while vehicles typically return after the coating reaches a safe cure window based on the chosen system and temperatures.
Sometimes, but we do not guess. We test adhesion, identify the existing coating, and grind to a sound, well-bonded layer or to bare concrete. If the old coating is failing, coating over it will usually fail with it.
Smooth high-gloss floors can be slick with water or dust. We can add traction using aluminum oxide, polymer grit, or a textured broadcast and adjust the topcoat sheen to improve slip resistance while keeping the floor easy to clean.
Options include solid-color epoxy, full or partial vinyl flake blends, quartz blends, and metallic epoxy effects for interiors. Topcoats can be gloss, satin, or matte depending on the system, lighting, and desired look.
Yes, when scheduling allows. We can plan phases for back-of-house, service bays, or tenant improvements to reduce downtime, and we will outline cure times and return-to-service requirements in the written estimate.
Epoxy removal is the make-or-break step when a garage, warehouse, or commercial floor starts peeling, chipping, or delaminating. If the existing coating is contaminated or poorly bonded, adding another layer only traps the problem underneath and the new coat releases even faster. Elite Epoxy Scottsdale removes failed epoxy and recoats with an engineered system built around mechanical surface prep, moisture awareness, and a wear layer matched to how the slab is used.
Most “failed epoxy” problems trace back to surface prep. Coatings can release due to oil intrusion, tire plasticizers, dense power-troweled concrete, old sealers, or moisture vapor pressure pushing from below. Our epoxy removal process uses the right tooling for the job, PCD scrapers for thick build-ups, metal-bond diamonds for controlled profiling, and edge grinders to reach perimeters. After removal, we vacuum and inspect the slab, repair defects, and prep control joints so the new coating bonds to sound concrete, not to weak remnants.
Recoating is then designed around performance requirements. For garages, we commonly install a 100% solids epoxy base with a full flake or quartz broadcast, finished with a UV-stable polyaspartic or aliphatic polyurethane topcoat for stain resistance and easy cleaning. For shops and light industrial floors, we can increase build, add traction, and use chemical-resistant topcoats to handle oils, brake fluid, and routine washdowns. Gloss, satin, and slip-resistant textures are selected based on safety and appearance goals.
If you need epoxy removal in Scottsdale, start with a written evaluation and a plan that prioritizes adhesion, not cosmetics. We provide a clear scope, recommended system, and realistic schedule so you know exactly what is being removed, how the slab will be profiled, and what you can expect for cure times and long-term care.
Call now or send a request and we will reach out within one business day to schedule your free, no-obligation estimate in Scottsdale. We assess the project, review the details, and give you a written quote before any work starts, so you know exactly what to expect.
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