How To Prepare For A Polished Concrete Contractor's Visit
Posted on: 25 June 2021
Polished concrete serves several practical purposes, and it also can make a floor look impressive. If you've asked a polished concrete services provider to visit your location, it's a good idea to be prepared. Use this checklist to make sure your place is ready.
Don't Attack Stains
Staining on concrete floors is common. It's usually one of the reasons people call a contractor.
Don't get crazy about cleaning or treating stains. This can leave behind chemicals and cleaning fluids that could stain deeper into the concrete. It's best to leave the stain alone and contact a polished concrete services company as soon as possible. The polishing process is usually sufficient to remove the stains and restore the floor's luster. If the stain goes deeper, though, the contractor may have to be more aggressive, and that typically shortens the life of the floor.
Make Room
Unless you happen to be lucky enough to have the work done just after the completion of construction, there's a good chance you're going to have some stuff in the way. Clear everything out of the space. It's also wise to clear some room for the contractor to get equipment, people, and materials in and out. They'll likely visit your place to assess its needs before starting the project so ask them which access points are ideal for them.
It's also prudent to make a little space outside. If you have on-street parking, politely reserve a spot for the contractor's vehicle. Even if you have a place for them to park, it's a good idea to make sure they have room to maneuver the vehicle and to move equipment around.
Vacuum
Use a shop vac or similar system to clear out any debris. For example, some older floors may have suffered chipping. There may still be debris around, and cleaning this stuff out will save the contractors some time.
Once more, don't get wild about it. Just give the floor a go one time and get what you can see.
Protect Surrounding Spaces
Polishing is a fairly clean process, particularly if the contractors are using high-quality equipment and products. It still has the potential to be a little dusty, and you should close off any adjacent rooms. Move any furnishings, appliances, equipment, or valuables out of the space, too. There may be a bit of vibration from the polishers so it's also a good idea to remove fragile items from adjacent rooms and spaces.
For more information, contact a local company that provides polished concrete services.
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