A National Register district with 2,120 historic buildings

Epoxy Flooring in Riverside, FL

Coatings for detached garages, carriage houses and shops in one of Florida's most varied neighborhoods.

Free estimate at your home, and the slab gets a moisture test
Written quote that lists every prep step and coat
Dew point and slab temperature checked before each coat

Bungalows, Alleys and Detached Garages

Epoxy Flooring in Riverside has to respect the neighborhood's age. Wikipedia notes that the Riverside Historic District, home to 2,120 historic buildings, earned a National Register listing in 1985. Most homes went up between the Great Fire of 1901 and the end of the 1920s Florida land boom, and Jacksonville likely has the most bungalows in the state largely because of Riverside.

Detached garages and carriage houses

Many Riverside homes have a small detached garage or carriage house off the alley. Those slabs are often thin, cracked or uneven, and some were added decades after the house. We inspect closely and explain what repair is needed before coating.

Flooding near the river

During Hurricane Irma in 2017, flooding hit Riverside and San Marco, with water reaching about 5 feet in some homes. About 350 people were rescued in those neighborhoods. A flooded slab can hold moisture and contaminants for a long time. We test before coating and use moisture-tolerant primers when readings call for them.

Get a free estimate or call (904) 664-5649.

Historic district rules

Jacksonville's Historic Preservation Commission was established in 1990. Interior garage floors are rarely an issue, but visible exterior changes in historic districts may need review. If you plan to coat a driveway or front walk, check with the city first.

Small spaces, careful work

Older garages are often narrow, with tight access from the alley. We plan equipment and ventilation to fit. A light-colored floor can make a small, dim garage feel brighter.

Five Points businesses

Five Points has been a commercial area since after World War I. Shops and restaurants in older buildings can benefit from durable, easy-clean floors. We work around business hours.

Old bungalows and garage heat

Riverside is full of bungalows, and a few one-story wood-frame houses in Silvertown may date to the original 1887 development. Small detached garages behind homes like these can heat up fast in summer. Very hot slabs shorten working time for epoxy, so on warm days we start early, keep batches small and watch the slab temperature closely. A UV-stable topcoat helps if the door stays open while you work.

What to Know in Riverside

A large historic district. Since 1985 the Riverside Historic District, with 2,120 historic buildings, has been on the National Register.
Growth after 1901. Riverside's greatest growth came between the Great Fire of 1901 and the collapse of the 1920s land boom.
Irma flooding. During Hurricane Irma in 2017, flooding in Riverside and San Marco reached about 5 feet in some homes.
Preservation oversight. Jacksonville's Historic Preservation Commission was established in 1990.

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Riverside Questions

Can you coat a carriage house or alley garage in Riverside?

Usually. We check slab thickness, cracks and moisture first and explain any repair needed.

Our garage flooded during Irma. Can it still be coated?

In many cases, yes. We clean and test the slab, then choose a primer that suits it.

Do I need approval to coat a garage floor in a historic district?

Interior floors usually do not need review, but exterior changes may. Check with the city if you plan driveway or walkway coatings.

Can you work in a narrow garage with alley access?

Yes. We plan equipment and ventilation to fit tight spaces.

Free Estimates in Riverside, FL

Riverside bungalows and Five Points shops: ask for a free floor estimate.

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