Where the Licking River meets the Ohio

Epoxy Flooring in Covington, KY

Old basements, historic district homes and busy commercial floors across the river from downtown Cincinnati.

No-cost estimate at your place, including a moisture reading on the concrete before any system is suggested
A quote on paper itemizing surface prep, each coat and the final total
Surface prep explained up front: grinding, crack repair and old coating removal

Across the River, Older Still

Epoxy flooring in Covington puts us in some of the oldest buildings in Northern Kentucky. Wikipedia places the city at the confluence of the Licking and Ohio rivers, and notes 12 historic districts, mostly in the northern part of the city. Point2Homes ACS data shows 44% of Covington's housing predates 1940, with a median build year of 1947. In older parts of the city, a basement is often the floor owners want coated first.

Historic basements

Old basements in river cities share a few traits:

Floors poured over soil with no vapor barrier.
Several layers of paint or old coatings.
Uneven surfaces and patched areas.
Efflorescence from moisture moving through the concrete.

We grind to sound concrete, test moisture and choose a primer suited to the readings. A coated basement is brighter and easier to clean, but only if the slab is ready.

River city moisture

Living near two rivers means groundwater is never far away. Low areas close to the Ohio and Licking can have damp slabs even in dry weather. We do not guess. Every estimate includes moisture tests, and if the concrete holds too much water to coat, we tell you plainly.

Get a free estimate or call (513) 822-5162.

Rentals and multi-unit buildings

Renters occupy about 48.2% of Covington's homes, and detached single-family houses are only 53.8% of the housing stock. Owners of multi-unit buildings often coat shared basements, laundry rooms and storage areas. A sealed floor cuts cleaning time and stands up to tenant use.

Commercial and office floors

Wikipedia lists Fidelity Investments, Club Chef and Crown Services among Covington's major employers. Offices, food production and service businesses all need different floor systems. A food producer needs washdown resistance and slip control. An office needs a clean look in break rooms and mechanical spaces. We assess each space and recommend a system.

Kentucky winters

Northern Kentucky gets the same freeze-thaw and road salt as Cincinnati. Garages and entry areas benefit from a chemical-resistant topcoat.

Covington Facts

At a river confluence. Covington sits on the south bank of the Ohio River where the Licking River joins it, across from Cincinnati.
Pre-war housing. About 44% of housing units date from 1939 or earlier; the median build year is 1947 (ACS via Point2Homes).
Twelve historic districts. The city has 12 historic districts, mostly in its northern part, including the Riverside Drive district.
Large rental share. About 48.2% of occupied homes are rented and 53.8% of units are single-family detached.

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Covington Questions

Can an old Covington basement floor be coated?

Many can. We grind off old paint, repair the surface and test moisture. If the slab is too damp, we will recommend another approach.

Do you work in Northern Kentucky as well as Ohio?

Yes. We serve Covington and nearby Northern Kentucky communities.

Can you coat a shared basement in an apartment building?

Yes. We schedule around tenants and can coat laundry and storage areas in sections.

What floor suits a food production space?

Usually a washdown-resistant system such as urethane cement with a slip-resistant texture. We match it to your process.

Free Estimates in Covington, KY

Covington basements and storefronts: we test moisture first, then quote free.

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