Material 06
Radiant Heated Floors
From $15/sf→
Overview
The floor you already own, made into a feature
The slab under your basement or garage is already there — finishing it is often the most cost-effective floor in the house, and the most durable. Polished concrete shrugs off traffic, moisture, and dropped tools in a way no other surface matches.
We polish and seal concrete for a soft, modern sheen in living spaces, and install epoxy systems in garages and utility areas where chemical and abrasion resistance matter. Both start with honest prep: grinding the surface flat, repairing cracks, and addressing moisture so the finish actually bonds and lasts.
The result is a floor that’s essentially maintenance-free — no grout to scrub, no planks to replace, just an occasional clean.
Pricing
Concrete finishing, by the square foot
Concrete floor / finishPolish, seal, or decorative concrete finishing
$5.50per sq ft · min $1,000Epoxy coatingGarage and utility epoxy floor systems
$5.50per sq ft · min $1,000Concrete sealerProtective sealer add-on
from $1.50per sq ftThe rate covers finishing a sound slab. Heavy grinding, crack and spall repair, and moisture mitigation on problem slabs are quoted as clear line items once we’ve seen the floor.
Scope
What's included
- Free slab assessmentWe check the concrete’s condition, cracks, and moisture.
- Surface prepGrinding and cleaning so the finish bonds properly.
- Crack & spall repairFilling and repairing damage before finishing.
- Polish, seal, or epoxyThe finish system matched to how the room is used.
- Moisture handlingMitigation where the slab needs it, quoted up front.
- Cure & walkthroughProper cure time and care guidance before handoff.
Questions
Good to know
Is my slab a good candidate?
Most are. Sound concrete polishes and seals beautifully; problem slabs with heavy cracking or moisture need repair or mitigation first, which we assess honestly at the measure so there are no surprises.
Polished concrete or epoxy?
Polished concrete suits living spaces and basements — a softer, architectural look. Epoxy is the pick for garages and workshops where you want maximum chemical and abrasion resistance. We’ll recommend based on the room.
Is it cold or hard?
Concrete is firm and can be cool — which is exactly why it pairs so well with radiant heat and area rugs. In a basement it’s often warmer and drier than the alternatives.
How long does it take?
Most finishes are a multi-day process including grinding, coating, and cure time. We give you a real schedule with the written quote. There’s a $1,000 project minimum.