How Much Does an Epoxy Garage Floor Cost in 2025?

Epoxy Garage Floor Cost Factors

Several factors impact the cost of epoxy garage flooring, including the garage size, site preparation, materials, labor, and add-ons.

Garage Size

The size of your garage significantly impacts your overall epoxy flooring costs. The larger the square footage, the more materials and labor you’ll require. Epoxy flooring for a one-car garage can cost as little as $750, while a three-car garage may cost up to $9,000.

Concrete Repairs

If your concrete floor is cracked, chipped, or crumbling, consider paying for flooring repair before laying down epoxy. Depending on the extent of the damage, patching up older floors with cracks or chips costs around $25 to $250 for labor and materials. If the damage is severe, you may need to budget for the cost of replacing flooring, which ranges from $1,500 to $4,800. Depending on your concrete flooring needs, materials likely vary from $3 to $150.

If cracks in your concrete indicate structural problems, foundation repair costs around $2,150 to $7,700 or more. Here’s how foundation repair costs break down: 

• Evaluation by a structural engineer: $300 to $800

• Soil report by a geotechnical engineer: $700 to $2,000

• Cinder block, concrete, or steel pier repair: $750 to $3,000 each

• Underpinning: $3,500 to $6,000 per corner

If the driveway and garage are completely new, you’ll need to factor in these construction costs before budgeting for epoxy:

• Concrete driveway cost: $1,800 to $6,000

• Building a garage cost: $16,230 to $39,080

Materials

Water-based epoxy resin costs between $2 and $5 per square foot, while solvent-based and solid epoxy are more expensive per square foot. Water-based epoxy is usually less expensive than solid or solvent epoxy. 

While water-based epoxy costs around $30 to $50 per gallon, solvent-based epoxy costs around $45 per gallon. Solid epoxy is the most expensive type, costing approximately $45 to $150 per gallon.

Local epoxy garage floor professionals use power washers, spiked rollers, shop vacs, various power tools, spiked shoes, and protective gear when laying down an epoxy coating. In most cases, a pro already owns the necessary tools and installation materials, so you won’t get charged extra. However, some tools take longer to use than others and may increase your project’s labor costs. Talk to your pro to ensure they have all the necessary work materials. 

Garage Floor Resurfacing and Refinishing

Resurfacing concrete costs around $3 to $5 per square foot, including labor and materials. You may need to resurface your garage floor before installing epoxy.

Considering that concrete resurfacing services for an average 500-square-foot garage cost about $1,500 to $2,500, some contractors charge a minimum of $500 to $1,000. Get an itemized written quote before hiring a pro.

Labor

Labor costs between 33% and​​ 60% of the total cost of epoxy floors, or about $1 to $7 per square foot. Epoxy floor contractors charge around $50 to $150 per hour, and most companies send two people to complete the job to speed up the process. You’ll pay a bit extra if your flooring is more challenging to access.

Coating Prices for High-Traffic Areas

Commercial-grade coatings cost more than residential-grade coatings because these materials withstand more foot traffic and heavier vehicles. If you use your driveway or garage to house a tractor, RV, trailer, or dual-axle truck, consider investing in a higher-quality sealant to save money in the long run. These high-grade epoxy coatings add 20% to 30% to your total cost.

Site Preparation

A fair amount of prep work is necessary before layering epoxy on concrete flooring. Make sure the space is empty, including all shelves and counters. If you don’t have space in your house or shed to store your items, you may need to hire a moving company and rent a short-term storage unit during installation. 

Most epoxy coating products require acid washing, etching, power washing, or another preparation method before installation. This helps create a stable bond between the epoxy coating and the concrete floor. You’ll pay around $50 to $100 for these prep services, but many pros include these tasks in the job's overall cost.

Painting and Sealing Concrete

After installing an epoxy coating, painting and sealing the concrete are great ways to add durability and an aesthetic flourish. Sealing your surface with high-performance urethane costs around $2 to $5 per square foot, and painting the concrete costs about $1.50 to $3 per square foot.

These cost ranges are for materials only. Labor is an additional fee, at $40 to $150 per hour. Extra sealing is always recommended, but you can paint at your own discretion.

Epoxy Resin Upgrades and Add-Ons

Epoxy serves more than a functional purpose. It can also introduce a new aesthetic to your garage, basement, kitchen, or patio. Epoxy upgrades with more decorative looks cost more.

For example:

• Rock and pebble epoxy costs about $100 per gallon, not including the price of the pebbles, stones, decorative rock, or the labor to install it. Epoxy stone adds the look of real stone with the convenience and durability of epoxy.

• Metallic-colored epoxy ranges from $5–$12 per square foot installed.

• Adding decorative flakes to clear or colored epoxy is another aesthetic option, with a single-pound bag covering up to 250 square feet and costing $10.

• Epoxy paint costs vary by color, with neutral colors costing less than their brighter counterparts. However, neutral colors work better with garage or driveway floors, while brighter colors are best for kitchens and patios.

Epoxy Resin Prices by Type

The type of epoxy resin you use can impact the overall cost. Water-based epoxy is the most affordable but less durable. Solid epoxy is on the other end of the spectrum but is highly resistant.

Water-Based

Water-based epoxy is the cheapest option, at approximately $30 to $50 per gallon. It is easy to apply but thinner and less durable than the other options on this list.

Water-based epoxy withstands minor scratches but cannot withstand more impactful usage, such as heavy blows and chemical exposure. Pros recommend replacing water-based epoxy every three to five years.

Solvent-Based

This mid-grade epoxy costs between $40 and $55 per gallon. Solvent-based epoxy is slightly stronger than water epoxy and easy to install. However, installation releases volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that are dangerous to breathe, so appropriate safety gear is required.

Solid

Solid epoxy is the strongest and most expensive type, at about $45 to $150 per gallon. This pure solid epoxy resists everything, from heavy scratches to chemical spills. However, installing is difficult, so always hire a professional local flooring installer. Solid epoxy is usually the best, most durable option, but it doesn’t work well in high-moisture environments.

Industrial Epoxy Floor Costs

Commercial and industrial applications require a 100% solid coating, which means the price will be higher, about $12 or more per square foot. Depending on the floor's square footage, you may save money buying bulk. Some contractors also offer discounts on larger projects.

Other Garage Floor Concrete Sealers

Epoxy isn’t the only concrete sealant available. Other garage floor concrete sealants range in price, depending on whether you choose a basic, clear, or more decorative sealant with performance-enhancing additives. Here are the major types of concrete floor sealants to look into beyond epoxy: 

• Acrylic and polyacrylic: Solvent-based acrylic and polyacrylic sealers cost roughly $1 per square foot, including materials and labor. They’re available in a matte or gloss finish and spray easily without bubbles or roller marks. 

• Polymer or polyurethane: These coatings cost about $2 to $3 per square foot, including materials and labor. Poly coatings set quickly, speeding up the installation time and resisting extreme temperatures on both sides of the spectrum. 

• Polyurea floor coating: This scratch-resistant coating costs around $10 per square foot. It’s ideal for exterior applications because it resists sun rays.

Does an Epoxy Garage Floor Increase Home Value?

Installing epoxy garage floors can significantly increase the value of your home. Depending on your location and current market conditions, you may see an increase of up to $8 per square foot of flooring. Epoxy flooring offers a clean, polished look that attracts potential buyers and enhances durability. Your floor will resist stains, cracks, and wear, meaning buyers won’t have to worry about costly repairs.

Budgeting for Epoxy Garage Flooring

The cost of epoxy garage flooring can add up depending on the size of your garage and the resin you choose. Use the following tips to keep your project as budget-friendly as possible:

• Compare quotes from multiple contractors to find the most cost-effective option.

• Schedule installation during the off-season to find reduced labor rates.

• Opt for a water-based epoxy resin to reduce the cost of materials. 

• Bundle multiple projects to make the most of labor fees.

How HomeAdvisor Gets Its Cost Data

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