Residential · Albuquerque, NM
If your old coating is peeling, bubbled, or stained through, epoxy removal is the only way to get a new floor to bond correctly. Elite Epoxy Albuquerque has served customers since 2016, removing failed coatings and recoating concrete floors with durable, abrasion-resistant epoxy systems in Albuquerque.
Proper recoating starts with the substrate, not the topcoat. We test the slab for moisture vapor emission and check for oil contamination, curing compounds, and weak surface paste, then choose the right removal method for the existing system. Depending on thickness and adhesion, we use diamond grinding with HEPA dust extraction, shot blasting for profile consistency, or controlled chemical stripping where mechanical methods are not practical. After removal, we repair cracks and spalls with epoxy mortar or polyurea, re-establish the correct concrete surface profile (typically CSP 2-4 for most epoxy builds), and vacuum clean so primers can wet out and lock in.
Albuquerque’s dry air helps cure times, but sun-heated slabs, blowing grit, and occasional monsoon moisture swings can still cause adhesion failures when prep is rushed. We schedule around slab temperature and dew point, and we use moisture-mitigating epoxy primers when testing shows elevated moisture risk. Finish options are built around how you use the space: solid-color epoxy with a urethane topcoat for tire resistance, full or partial flake broadcast for slip resistance and easy cleaning, quartz systems for wet areas, and polyaspartic topcoats for fast return-to-service. Control joints are honored or re-cut as needed so the new system moves with the concrete instead of cracking through.
Customers choose us because we do the hard part, epoxy removal, the way coating manufacturers specify, not the way that is fastest for the installer. Our crews run commercial-grade grinders and shot blasters with dust control, and we document prep steps so you know what is under your new coating. You get clear options on build thickness, texture, and topcoat chemistry (epoxy, polyurea, polyaspartic, aliphatic polyurethane) based on traffic, chemicals, and UV exposure. We are licensed and insured, and we provide a written scope so garages, warehouses, shops, and showrooms get consistent results.
Before we call the job complete, we walk the floor with you and confirm coverage, texture, edge details, and transitions at doors, drains, and stem walls. You receive cure and return-to-service guidance, cleaning recommendations (pH-neutral cleaners, soft bristle pads), and maintenance intervals for your specific topcoat. We also point out any concrete movement that could print through later, and we explain repair options so there are no surprises. The end result is a fully removed and properly rebuilt coating system designed to bond, wear evenly, and stay easy to maintain.
Yes. We operate as a professional epoxy contractor and carry insurance, and we provide written estimates and a defined scope before work begins.
We typically diamond-grind for a consistent mechanical profile and stronger adhesion. Acid etching alone is not a substitute for proper surface profiling on most slabs.
Sometimes. We test adhesion and check for peeling, contamination, and incompatible coatings, then grind and recoat if the base is sound. If the old coating is failing, removal and a new system is the reliable option.
A UV-stable topcoat, commonly polyaspartic or aliphatic polyurethane, helps reduce ambering and chalking compared to epoxy exposed to direct sun.
Yes. We install vinyl flake broadcast systems in a range of blends and coverage levels, then lock it in with a clear topcoat in gloss or satin.
Epoxy removal is the difference between a coating that lasts and a coating that peels again in a year. When an old epoxy floor is delaminating, yellowed, or contaminated with oil and tire plasticizers, new material cannot bond through the problem layer. Elite Epoxy Albuquerque removes failed coatings down to sound concrete, restores the proper surface profile, and installs new epoxy, flake, quartz, and urethane or polyaspartic topcoats for garages, warehouses, retail floors, and industrial work areas.
Most epoxy failures trace back to poor prep, moisture, or contamination. We start by identifying what is on the slab, including paint, acrylic sealers, urethane, old flake systems, or hot-tire pickup damage, then select removal equipment that matches the job. Mechanical removal is usually preferred because it creates the correct mechanical tooth for bonding; shot blasting is ideal for larger areas and consistent CSP, while planetary grinders handle edges, ramps, and tight layouts. After removal, we detail expansion joints, re-cut control joints where appropriate, and vacuum clean to eliminate fine dust that can act like a bond breaker.
Recoating is engineered around use. For residential garages, a common build is epoxy primer and base coat with a full flake broadcast and an aliphatic polyurethane or polyaspartic clear for abrasion and chemical resistance. For businesses, we can build thicker epoxy systems for forklifts and pallet jacks, add anti-slip media for kitchens or wet entry areas, and select chemical-resistant topcoats for shops that see solvents, brake fluid, or battery acid. We also pay attention to UV exposure at doors and storefront glazing, where a UV-stable topcoat reduces ambering and chalking.
If you are comparing bids for epoxy removal in Albuquerque, ask exactly how the existing coating will be removed, what CSP target is planned, and which primer and topcoat system is being installed. A proper written estimate should list prep method, repairs, number of coats, and cure and return-to-service times. When you are ready, we will inspect the floor, explain the best removal and recoating path, and provide a clear written scope so you can make a confident decision.
Call now or send a request and we will reach out within one business day to schedule your free, no-obligation estimate in Albuquerque. 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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