Residential, commercial and industrial properties in Auckland can all benefit from the robust, minimalistic nature of well-prepared concrete floors. This versatile flooring solution can be treated to suit any kind of business or home.
However, what do you do if your concrete floor or slab is faulty? Cracks and uneven surfaces aren’t just unsightly; they can also be dangerous.
Why Do You Need To Fix Your Concrete Floors?
First, you might wonder why your concrete floors are defective. What happened to your floors, and what can you do to prevent these flaws from happening again?
Your concrete floor or slab may be problematic for a few reasons:
- Wear And Tear. Over time, regular use can wear down floors, causing uneven spots and damage. Having your floors prepared and polished by professionals can keep them strong and wear-resistant.
- Cracks. Cracks can occur if the soil underneath the concrete wasn’t prepared correctly before the concrete was poured. They can also appear if the concrete isn’t mixed right, making it weaker and more prone to fracturing. Heavy loads that are too heavy for the concrete can crack the surface.
- Excessive Moisture. Over time, moisture can wear down concrete and negatively affect the surface of your floors.
- Improper Installation. Installation mistakes can cause so many problems down the track. Poor work may cause your floors to be uneven or weak.
If your floors are faulty, why should you fix them?
- Safety. Uneven or damaged floors can be dangerous to walk on. You’re more likely to trip when walking on problematic floors, potentially leading to injuries. Have your floors fixed to create a safer environment.
- Aesthetics. Defective floors can hurt your property’s interior design. Rather than dealing with unpleasant floors, have them fixed to add the sophisticated minimalism of well-prepped concrete floors to your space.
- Maintenance. Smooth, protected concrete floors are easier to maintain than cracked, damaged or uneven ones. Consider polished floors with a durable, protective coating to further streamline your maintenance.
- Preparation For New Floor Materials. Are you planning on installing tile or another kind of flooring over your concrete floors? Don’t install them over defective floors because bad concrete floors can make it more difficult to install your new flooring, and they can compromise the look of your finished floors. Instead, have professionals prep your floor for you to ready them for the next step in your project.
Common Concrete Flooring Problems And How An Expert Can Fix Them
The best way to fix broken, improperly installed or otherwise problematic concrete surfaces is to hire a professional to resolve the issue for you. An expert can fix the problem faster and more efficiently than the average person, so you can save time and money by relying on them.
What are some common concrete flooring problems, and how do experts fix them?
Uneven Concrete Floors. Uneven floors can also make rooms feel awkward, and dips in the floor surface can make it difficult to place furniture in your space.
One of the biggest concerns with uneven floors is safety. Dips and high spots are tripping hazards, potentially catching on footwear and causing people to fall. Plus, trying to install new flooring materials over uneven concrete can result in gaps, which can also be dangerous and reduce the lifespan of your new flooring.
To fix this, professionals can level the concrete to restore its surface. They will first examine the floors to determine precisely what’s wrong. Are there any pits or high spots? They can either grind down the floor to make it smooth and level, or they can fill in the pits in the concrete.
Worn-Out Surfaces. Over time, concrete can become worn down, stained or pitted. Worn-down concrete floors and slabs may look unappealing, hindering your interior design.
To fix this, professionals will prepare and then polish the surface to create a durable, low-maintenance and visually appealing floor that’s great for homes and businesses. The floor will be prepared using modern concrete grinding equipment and then polished for a sleek, sophisticated appearance. A protective sealant will be applied to add extra durability to your floors. This sealant can be topical (it forms a protective layer over the concrete) or penetrative (it soaks into the concrete, increasing durability while maintaining appearance).
Removing Old Or Damaged Flooring. Old, cracked and damaged flooring can undoubtedly make your concrete floors look problematic. Old tiles and other kinds of flooring can leave behind unpleasant residue or uneven patches. Consider professional tile removal services to pull up all of these old flooring pieces.
After your floors are cleared, you can then have new flooring installed, or you could have the concrete itself polished.
Restoring Your Concrete Floors With Pro-Uplifters In Auckland
What kind of concrete problems are you facing? Call us at Pro-Uplifters, and we’ll see what we can do for you. Our services include concrete polishing, concrete levelling, tile removal and more.
Please feel free to reach out to us on 0272 552 988 or use our website to get started.
Pro-Uplifters: Let’s uplift your concrete floors.
