How to price an epoxy flooring project

1. Surface Prep

This is arguably the most crucial step for a long-lasting coating. The condition of the existing concrete will heavily impact the labor and potentially equipment needed.

Select each surface description below which applies to your clients project, LEAVE BLANK IF THE FLOOR IS IN GOOD CONDITION;

Recommended price = $300 / sqm

2. Time & Materials

Different epoxy and concrete coating systems have varying material costs and application requirements. Select the product to use;

Flakes

Flake blends use a polyaspartic material setup which includes a top layer then a resin mix to bond the flakes with the substrate.

Current av price = $100 / sqm

3. Surface Coverage

Generally, the price per square foot decreases as the project size increases due to economies of scale (you're buying more materials at once, and some setup costs are spread over a larger area). However, very large or complex spaces might still require a higher overall price.

4. Total estimate for this project

Offering a strong warranty can be a selling point, but you need to factor in the potential cost of warranty claims when setting your prices.

5. Additional considerations

It is also important to consider things like below which add complexity to the project, think about how many additional days each will take and add this to the total;

• Location: Distance to the site can play a huge part in a project when you factor in your team size and how easy it is to get to.
• Warranty: Offering a strong warranty can be a selling point, but you need to factor in the potential cost of warranty claims when setting your prices.
• Stencils or Logos: Custom designs require extra time and precision
• Transitions and Edges: Detailed work around walls, drains, and equipment adds to the labor time
• Accessibility: Difficult access for equipment and materials can increase the time and effort involved.