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Epoxy Flooring Cost in Austin, TX (2026): Prices by Floor Type and What an Estimate Includes
2026 epoxy flooring costs in Austin and Georgetown by floor type: garages, polyaspartic, metallic and commercial floors, plus the line items in a written estimate and what moves the price.
"How much does epoxy flooring cost?" depends first on what kind of floor you mean. A 2-car garage, a sunny patio, a metallic showroom floor and a warehouse are priced very differently. This guide breaks down 2026 costs in Austin and Georgetown by floor type, using the published prices on our homepage, then walks through the line items you'll see on a written estimate and what moves each one. It's written by Austin Epoxy Flooring Pro, with a 5.0 rating on Google, reachable 24 hours, 7 days a week at (512) 325-5434, with same-day response. For prices by garage size or by square foot alone, see our dedicated pricing guides; this page ties the pieces together.
Prices by Floor Type
| Floor type | Published price |
|---|---|
| 1-car garage | $800–$1,200 |
| 2-car garage | $1,400–$2,200 |
| 3-car garage | $2,000–$3,200 |
| Polyaspartic systems | $3–$7 per sq ft |
| Metallic epoxy | $6–$12 per sq ft |
| Commercial floors | $2–$5 per sq ft |
These ranges cover typical projects. Your exact price comes from a written estimate after we see the floor.
Garage Floors
Garages are priced as a whole project because most fall within predictable sizes. The range covers standard grinding, normal crack repair, a base coat, decorative flake and a clear topcoat. A newer slab in good condition with a standard system sits toward the lower end. An older slab with old paint, oil stains, more cracks or a premium finish sits toward the upper end. Oversized garages, tandem bays and RV bays are usually priced by square foot instead.
Polyaspartic Floors
Polyaspartic systems run $3–$7 per square foot. They cure fast, often allowing parking the next day, and stay clear in sunlight, which makes them popular for garages with open doors, patios, porches and pool decks. The range depends on the number of coats, flake coverage, texture and the condition of the slab. Outdoor slabs often need more crack and joint work, which can push a project toward the upper end.
Metallic Epoxy Floors
Metallic epoxy runs $6–$12 per square foot. It creates a swirled, pearly, three-dimensional look and is hand-worked by the crew, which is why it costs more. It's used in showrooms, studios, home bars, game rooms, offices and display garages. Metallic floors need very careful preparation because imperfections show through gloss, and they usually get a clear protective topcoat.
Commercial Floors
Commercial floors run $2–$5 per square foot. Large areas spread setup costs, which is why the per-foot price is lower than for small residential jobs. The range depends on preparation, system thickness, chemical resistance, texture and scheduling. Extras like cove base, line striping and after-hours work are usually listed separately.
What a Written Estimate Includes
A clear estimate lists each part of the work so you can see where the money goes. Typical line items:
Surface preparation. Diamond grinding of the floor and edges to open the concrete and remove sealers, stains and contamination. This is the most important step for a lasting bond.
Coating removal. If the floor has old paint, sealer or a failed coating, removing it is often listed separately because it varies so much in time and effort.
Crack and joint repair. Filling cracks, chips and spalls, and treating control joints. Normal garage cracks are usually included; extensive repair may be itemized.
Moisture testing and mitigation. Testing where conditions call for it, and a moisture-mitigating primer if readings are high.
Coating system. The base coat, flake or pigment, and topcoat, with the product type and number of coats.
Texture. Aggregate or textured topcoats for wet areas, ramps and patios.
Stem walls and steps. Priced by linear foot or as an add-on.
Cove base. For commercial kitchens and wash-down areas, priced by linear foot.
Line striping. For warehouses and shops.
Scheduling. Night or weekend work for commercial spaces where required.
Cleanup. Dust control, debris removal and leaving the space clean.
If an estimate lumps everything into one number, ask for it to be broken out.
What Moves the Price Up
The most common reasons a project lands toward the top of a range are an old coating or paint that has to come off, deep oil contamination, many cracks or spalls, moisture that requires a special primer, a premium finish like full flake with a thick topcoat or metallic effects, extra areas like stem walls or a storage room, difficult access, and very tight schedules that need extra crew or after-hours work.
What Keeps the Price Down
Newer slabs in good condition, an empty and accessible space, a standard flake system and a flexible schedule all help. Larger areas also lower the per-foot cost. Some homeowners save by choosing partial flake instead of full flake, skipping stem walls, or coating the garage and leaving the patio for later.
Why Very Low Prices Can Cost More
A price far below the ranges above often means something is missing: grinding replaced by acid etching, a thin one-coat product, no crack repair, or no topcoat. Those floors can look fine at first and fail within a year or two, especially under hot tires in Texas summers. Removing a failed coating adds cost to the next project. Comparing itemized estimates is the easiest way to see whether two prices cover the same work.
An Illustrative Estimate
The following is an illustrative example, not a real job or a quote. Picture a 2-car garage in Austin of about 440 square feet with a builder sealer, several hairline cracks and an oil stain. An estimate might list diamond grinding and edge work, oil stain treatment, crack repair, a pigmented base coat, full flake broadcast, a polyaspartic topcoat and cleanup. The total would likely fall in the 2-car range of $1,400–$2,200. If the homeowner also wanted the stem walls coated, that would appear as a separate line.
Cost by Project Type: Common Austin Scenarios
A standard 2-car garage in a newer subdivision. This is the most common project. The slab usually has a builder sealer and a few shrinkage cracks, and the homeowner wants a full-flake finish. Expect the project to land in the lower to middle part of the 2-car range of $1,400–$2,200.
A 1-car garage in an older central Austin home. Older slabs often carry old paint, deep oil stains and settlement cracks. Because setup costs are fixed and the floor is small, the per-square-foot cost is higher, and removal pushes the total toward the upper end of $800–$1,200.
A 3-car garage in Georgetown with a golf cart bay. Larger, newer floors spread setup costs well. A standard flake system on a sound slab typically falls in the middle of the $2,000–$3,200 range, with extras like coated stem walls or a deeper bay adding to it.
An uncovered back patio. Outdoor slabs need a UV-stable polyaspartic system with texture, at $3–$7 per square foot. Crack and joint work is more common outdoors, and old sealers often need removal.
A home bar or studio with metallic epoxy. At $6–$12 per square foot, metallic floors are a premium choice. Preparation is thorough because the gloss shows every flaw, and the final effect is hand-worked.
A small shop or showroom. Commercial floors at $2–$5 per square foot depend heavily on the use. A showroom needs a good look; a shop needs chemical and abrasion resistance. Scheduling around business hours can add cost.
The Hidden Value of Preparation
It's easy to compare prices by looking only at the coating, but most of the long-term value sits in the work you never see. Diamond grinding opens the concrete so the base coat can soak in and lock on. Thorough edge work keeps coatings from lifting along walls. Crack repair keeps lines from showing through. Moisture testing prevents blistering. When a floor fails, the cause is almost always one of these steps, not the coating product itself. A slightly higher estimate that includes careful preparation is often the less expensive floor over its life.
Budgeting Tips
Start by measuring your space and finding it in the ranges above. Then note anything that might add work: old paint, heavy stains, cracks, damp spots or a floor that's been coated before. Add a small cushion, perhaps ten percent, for repairs that turn up during grinding. Decide which extras matter to you, such as stem walls or full flake, and which can wait. If budget is tight, keep the preparation and simplify the finish rather than the other way around.
How Payment Usually Works
Payment terms vary by contractor and project size. Ask when you receive your estimate whether a deposit is required, when the balance is due, and which payment methods are accepted. Get the terms in writing with the estimate, so there are no surprises on install day.
Seasonal Timing and Price
Prices don't usually swing much by season in Austin, but schedules do. Spring and fall are popular, so booking ahead helps. Summer work is common too, with early starts to manage heat. Winter cold snaps can push dates back a day or two. If you have a deadline, like a move-in or a home sale, mention it early so the estimate and schedule reflect it.
Comparing Two Estimates
Lay them side by side and check whether both include grinding, the same repairs, moisture testing where needed, the same number of coats, the same flake coverage and the same topcoat. Check whether both include stem walls and cleanup. If one is much lower, look for what's missing. If one is much higher, ask what extra work or material it includes and whether your floor needs it. The goal is to compare the same scope, not just two totals.
Cost Over the Life of the Floor
A coated floor's cost isn't only what you pay on install day. A well-prepared system with a durable topcoat needs little more than sweeping and mopping for years, and a topcoat refresh in high-traffic areas can restore it without starting over. A floor that peels needs grinding off and a full redo. Thinking about the life of the floor, rather than the first price, often changes which estimate looks like the better deal.
Cost Questions by Situation
Buying a home. If you're under contract on a home with a stained or peeling garage floor, factor the cost of removal and recoating into your plans. A written estimate gives you a real number rather than a guess, which can be useful when you're planning move-in projects.
Selling a home. A coated garage helps listing photos and showings. A neutral full-flake system in a standard 2-car garage is a modest project compared to many pre-listing repairs, and it can usually be done in a day.
Landlords. For rental homes, the value of a coated floor is mostly in faster turnover cleaning and fewer permanent stains. A durable mid-tone flake hides wear between tenants.
HOAs and communities. Clubhouse restrooms, pool areas and maintenance rooms are usually priced by square foot, and itemized estimates by space help boards phase the work.
Businesses. For commercial floors, downtime is often the biggest hidden cost. A fast-cure system or after-hours scheduling may cost more on paper but less in lost business.
What Isn't Usually Included
Some items are often outside a floor coating estimate unless you ask: moving heavy belongings or equipment out of the space, structural concrete repair or slab replacement, drainage fixes like trench drains or regrading, plumbing or electrical work, and painting walls. If you need any of these, mention them so the estimate either includes them or notes who will handle them.
Small Repairs and Touch-Ups
If a coated floor chips from a dropped tool or a jack stand, a local repair is usually a small job compared to the original project. The damaged area is ground, filled with matching base and flake and topcoated. Keeping a little leftover flake from your install helps match the color. Topcoat refreshes in high-traffic lanes cost far less than a full new system and can restore the look of a floor after years of use.
Questions to Ask About Price
When you get an estimate, a few questions clarify the number. Ask what preparation method is used and whether edges are included. Ask how many cracks or how much repair the price assumes, and what happens if grinding reveals more. Ask whether moisture testing is part of the visit and what a mitigating primer would add if it's needed. Ask about the number of coats, the flake coverage and the type of topcoat. Ask whether stem walls, steps and cleanup are included. And ask how long the price is good for, since material costs can change. Clear answers to these questions make it easy to compare estimates and avoid surprises once work begins on your floor. Write the answers down next to each estimate, so the comparison is easy to make later when you sit down to decide, and keep them with the final paperwork after the job is done. They are useful if questions come up later about what was included in the price, or when you plan a future topcoat refresh or a small touch-up.
Getting Your Estimate
- Call (512) 325-5434 or email austinepoxypro@gmail.com.
- Share photos and the rough size and use of the space.
- Schedule a site visit to see and test the floor.
- Get a written, itemized estimate.
Our office is at 2025 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705. We serve Austin and Georgetown and are open 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Questions Homeowners Ask
The questions we hear most about cost are what's included, why one estimate is higher than another, and how to budget for repairs. The sections above cover each, and we're glad to talk through your floor by phone.
Request a Free Estimate
Call or text (512) 325-5434 (open 24 hours, 7 days a week) or use the free estimate form. Send the approximate square footage, how the space is used, photos of the current concrete, and your timing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does epoxy flooring cost in Austin in 2026?
Our published prices are 1-car garages $800–$1,200, 2-car $1,400–$2,200, 3-car $2,000–$3,200, polyaspartic $3–$7, metallic $6–$12 and commercial $2–$5 per square foot.
Why is metallic epoxy more expensive?
It's hand-worked to create the effect and needs very careful preparation, since imperfections show through the gloss.
Why are commercial floors cheaper per square foot?
Large areas spread setup and equipment costs over more square feet.
What should an estimate include?
Preparation, any coating removal, repairs, moisture testing, the coating system, extras like stem walls, and cleanup.
Is removing an old coating extra?
Often, yes, because it varies so much. It should be listed separately on the estimate.
Which areas do you serve?
Austin and Georgetown, from our office at 2025 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705.