Epoxy Floor Removal in Richmond, British Columbia (BC) done clean and complete
Epoxy Floor Removal in Richmond, British Columbia (BC) is the first step when an old coating starts peeling, bubbling, or lifting at the edges. We grind, scrape, and prep the slab so a new floor actually bonds. Whether it is a garage in Seafair or a warehouse near Riverport, our crew strips the old epoxy, repairs the concrete underneath, and hands you a surface that is ready for whatever comes next.
Service overview
What Epoxy Floor Removal in Richmond, British Columbia (BC) actually involves
Epoxy Floor Removal in Richmond, British Columbia (BC) is the mechanical process of grinding, scraping, or blasting a cured epoxy coating off a concrete slab so the surface is bare, flat, and ready for a new finish. It is not a chemical peel-and-scrape job. Cured epoxy resin is harder than the concrete around it, so we use diamond grinding wheels and shot blasters to cut the coating back without gouging the slab. We check moisture with a meter first, because trapped moisture vapor transmission is what killed the last coating in the first place. Most Richmond homeowners call us after a DIY kit fails. A Rust-Oleum or Epoxy-Coat garage floor that looked great in year one starts peeling at the tires by year three, and hot tire pickup lifts whole sheets. Others are prepping for a resurfacing job and need the old layer gone. If you have been searching epoxy floor removal near me Richmond and getting thin answers, we walk you through what your slab actually needs before we quote.
! Common warning signs
Peeling epoxy lifting at the tires and edges
Hot tire pickup spreads fast once it starts. Within a season, whole sheets lift and the floor becomes a trip hazard and a constant cleanup job.
Bubbling and blistering across the slab
Bubbles mean moisture vapor transmission is pushing up through the concrete. Coating over them just traps the problem and the new floor fails in the same spots.
Yellowing epoxy in sun-exposed areas
Standard epoxy yellows under UV. Patios, sun-facing garages, and showrooms end up looking tired even when the coating is still structurally sound.
Scope of work
What is included in epoxy floor removal
Every removal job includes the full strip, basic slab prep, and clean-up. We tell you upfront what is covered and what is quoted separately, so there are no surprises on the invoice.
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Full mechanical coating removal
Diamond grinding and shot blasting to take the old epoxy back to bare concrete. This covers the whole slab, including edges and corners. Thick industrial coatings may add time, but the scope stays the same.
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Moisture and bond testing
We check the slab with a moisture meter and test how well the old coating is bonded before we start. This tells us whether you need a full strip or a targeted one, and whether a moisture-tolerant primer will be needed for the new floor.
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Basic slab repair and prep
Concrete crack repair with crack filler, grinding down high spots, and profiling the slab for the next coating. This is included in the removal scope. Larger structural repairs are quoted separately after we see what is under the coating.
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Dust control and clean-up
HEPA vacuums on the grinders, plastic sheeting on doorways and walls, and a full vacuum and wipe-down at the end. You get a walkthrough and photos of the bare slab before we leave the site.
Why strip the old coating instead of coating over it
Coating over a failing epoxy is the fastest way to waste money. These are the four outcomes that matter when you strip back to bare concrete.
Get a free quoteTools and methods we use for removal
Walk-behind concrete grinder
The main tool for stripping cured epoxy. Diamond grinding wheels cut the coating back to bare concrete without gouging the slab. We run HEPA vacuums on the grinders to control dust.
Shot blaster
Used on thick or stubborn coatings where grinding alone is too slow. Steel shot blasts the surface clean and leaves a uniform profile that new coatings bond to well.
Moisture meter
Reads the moisture level in the slab before and after removal. This tells us whether a moisture-tolerant primer is needed and prevents the new coating from bubbling the way the old one did.
Hand grinder with diamond cup wheel
Gets into edges, corners, and tight spots the walk-behind grinder cannot reach. Essential for a complete strip with no leftover coating at the walls.
Local execution
Richmond sits at sea level with a coastal climate, and that shapes almost every removal job we do. Slabs here deal with high groundwater and constant moisture vapor transmission, which is the number one reason epoxy floors fail in this city. We test every slab with a moisture meter before quoting, and we recommend moisture-tolerant primers on most Richmond jobs. Older homes in Steveston and Burkeville often have thinner, more porous slabs that need extra prep. Newer builds in Terra Nova and Seafair usually have better-cured concrete but still need proper profiling. If you are looking for epoxy floor removal Richmond 24/7 for an urgent commercial job, we can usually get a crew out the same week. Most residential jobs are booked within a few days of your call, and we quote a fixed price after the on-site assessment.
How epoxy floor removal runs in Richmond
- • Steveston
- • Terra Nova
- • Bridgeport
- • East Richmond
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Available 24/7 for urgent epoxy floor removal in Richmond
When a floor fails, we answer the phone
Epoxy floor removal is rarely an emergency, but commercial failures can be. A restaurant kitchen with a lifting floor or a warehouse with a delaminating traffic lane needs a crew fast. We keep two removal crews on rotation across Richmond, each with a walk-behind grinder, a shot blaster, and HEPA vacuums loaded and ready. Typical response for an urgent commercial call is within 24 to 48 hours, and we can often get a crew out the same day for smaller jobs. For residential work, most jobs are booked within a few days of your call. If you need epoxy floor removal Richmond 24/7, call +7742316666 and we will tell you honestly when we can be there.
How our epoxy floor stripping process works
On-site assessment
We walk the slab, check for moisture with a moisture meter, and test how well the existing epoxy is bonded. Loose sections come up easily; well-bonded sections need full grinding. You get a written scope and price the same visit, usually within 30 minutes for a standard two-car garage.
Site protection
We tape off walls, doors, and anything that cannot move, and lay plastic sheeting. Grinding throws fine dust, so we run HEPA vacuums on the grinders and seal the work area. On a typical Richmond garage this setup takes about 45 minutes before any grinding starts.
Mechanical removal
Diamond grinding wheels on a walk-behind concrete grinder take the bulk of the coating off. Tight corners and edges get a hand grinder. Stubborn or thick areas may need a shot blaster. A standard two-car garage takes four to eight hours depending on how thick the old epoxy is.
Epoxy floor removal cost in Richmond
Epoxy floor removal in Richmond typically runs $2 to $4 per square foot in 2026, depending on coating thickness and how well it is bonded. A standard two-car garage usually lands between $800 and $1,600. Commercial and industrial slabs with thick coatings cost more per square foot because they take longer to strip. We quote a fixed price after the on-site assessment, so you know the number before we start. If we find something unexpected under the coating, we stop and quote the extra work before continuing.
Coating thickness and type
Thin DIY roll-on kits strip quickly and cost less. Thick industrial coatings, quartz systems, and multi-layer floors take longer to grind and may need shot blasting. This is the biggest single factor in the price.
Slab size and access
Square footage drives the base price. Tight access, stairs, or awkward layouts slow the crew down and add labour. A standard two-car garage is straightforward; a basement with limited access takes longer.
Condition of the slab underneath
Cracks, spalling, and moisture issues only show up after the coating is off. Basic crack repair is included in the removal scope. Larger structural repairs are quoted separately once we see what is there.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does epoxy floor removal cost in Richmond BC?
Most residential epoxy floor removal in Richmond runs $2 to $4 per square foot in 2026, so a standard two-car garage lands between $800 and $1,600. Commercial and industrial slabs with thick coatings can run higher. The final number depends on coating thickness, how well it is bonded, and whether we find slab repairs underneath. We quote a fixed price after the on-site assessment.
How do you remove old epoxy from concrete in Richmond?
We remove cured epoxy mechanically, not chemically. A walk-behind concrete grinder with diamond grinding wheels cuts the coating back to bare concrete, and a shot blaster handles thick or stubborn areas. Edges and corners get a hand grinder. Chemical strippers are a last resort because they leave residue that stops new coatings from bonding. Mechanical removal gives a clean, profiled slab every time.
How long does epoxy floor removal take in Richmond?
A standard two-car garage takes four to eight hours of grinding, plus about two hours for setup and clean-up. That usually means one full working day. Larger commercial or industrial slabs can take two to four days. If we are also doing concrete crack repair and slab prep, add another two to four hours. We give you a realistic timeline before we start.
Who does epoxy floor removal near me in Richmond British Columbia (BC)?
Richmond Elite Epoxy Flooring has handled epoxy floor removal across Richmond since 2018, from Steveston to East Richmond and everywhere between. We are set up for residential garages, basements, and commercial slabs. Call +7742316666 and we will book an on-site assessment, usually within a few days. For urgent jobs we can often get a crew out the same week.
Related services
Epoxy Flooring Installation
Once the old coating is off, this is the natural next step. We install a fresh epoxy system on the bare, profiled slab, usually within a day or two of removal. Most Richmond customers book removal and installation together to save on setup costs.
Garage Floor Epoxy Coating
Garages are the most common removal job we do in Richmond. After stripping, we apply a garage-grade epoxy with a polyaspartic topcoat that resists hot tire pickup. A two-car garage is typically a two-day job start to finish.
Book Epoxy Floor Removal in Richmond, British Columbia (BC) this week
We quote a fixed price after a quick on-site assessment, usually within 30 minutes. Eight years stripping epoxy across Richmond, Red Seal certified crew, and a clean slab ready for whatever you put on it next. Call us and we will get you on the schedule.