Land drained by the Biscayne Canal in 1924

Epoxy Flooring in North Miami, FL

Coatings for post-war homes and rental garages on ground that was once flooded farmland.

Free estimates done in person, with the floor measured on site
Every slab moisture-tested before the first coat
Written quotes that spell out prep, coats and total

Drained Land and Post-War Homes

Plenty of epoxy flooring in North Miami goes down on land with a soggy past. Wikipedia notes the Biscayne Canal was dug in 1924 to drain flooded farmland, which was then sold off in lots. The city now lies around 7 feet above sea level along Biscayne Bay. That history is a good reason we moisture-test each slab before picking a primer.

Built fast after the war

By 1951 North Miami was reported to be one of the fastest-growing towns in the country, and its population went from 1,973 in 1940 to 28,708 in 1960. Census figures summarized by Point2Homes show 25.3% of homes built in the 1950s, 19.0% in the 1960s and 23.6% in the 1970s. Concrete poured quickly during a boom can vary in quality from house to house, so we judge each floor on its own.

What we look for on a 1950s to 1970s slab

Hollow-sounding spots that may need cutting out and patching.
Old curing compound or sealer that blocks bonding.
Cracks along the garage door where the slab meets the apron.
Rust stains that hint at shallow steel.

Each of these changes the prep plan, and we note them on your written quote.

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Rentals make up most homes

About 56.5% of occupied homes in North Miami are rented, per the ACS, and only 37.2% of units are detached houses. Landlords and small building owners often want laundry rooms, storage rooms and shared garages that are easy to clean between tenants. A sealed floor stops spills from soaking in, and a mid-tone flake hides daily wear.

Near the bay and the park

The city hosts Florida International University's Biscayne Bay Campus and borders Oleta River State Park, the largest urban park in the state at 1,043 acres. Homes closer to the bay deal with damper air and some salt. For garages that stay open in the afternoon, a polyaspartic topcoat holds up better in sun than plain epoxy, which can yellow.

North Miami Background for Your Floor

Drained farmland. The Biscayne Canal was dug in 1924 to drain flooded farmland, which was then sold for development.
Post-war boom. Population grew from 1,973 in 1940 to 28,708 in 1960; by 1951 it was among the fastest-growing US towns.
Mid-century homes. The 1950s produced 25.3% of local homes, and the median build year is 1967 (ACS via Point2Homes).
Mostly rentals. 56.5% of occupied homes are renter-occupied and 37.2% of units are detached houses (ACS).

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North Miami Questions

My North Miami house sits on old farmland. Will the slab be wet?

It might be, which is why we test before quoting. A damp slab can still take a coating if it goes over a moisture-tolerant primer. Only standing water or active leaks need fixing first.

Can you coat a shared laundry or storage room in a small apartment building?

Yes. We can work in one day for small rooms and use a fast-cure topcoat so tenants get access back quickly.

What does a hollow spot in my garage floor mean?

It usually means the top layer has separated from the slab below. We cut out and patch those areas before coating, since a coating cannot hold loose concrete together.

Will an epoxy floor yellow if my garage faces the bay?

Plain epoxy can yellow in strong sun. We top it with a UV-stable polyaspartic coat so the color holds.

Free Estimates in North Miami, FL

North Miami homeowners and landlords: call (786) 321-8267 to schedule a free estimate.

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