Professional Concrete Levelling Services in Perth
After working for over 13 years with concrete floors throughout Perth, we discovered that a truly level floor is something you don’t appreciate until you don’t have one.
It’s one of those things you might overlook when everything’s operating well, but the moment your floor starts creating problems? That’s where the headaches start.
At iCOATWA we have refined our concrete levelling approach through hundreds of Perth properties. Some were straightforward. Others? Not so much. But each project taught us something worth knowing.
Why Level Floors Matter More Than You’d Think
The thing about uneven floors, though, is that they’re sneaky troublemakers. Your initial thought might be that a small rise or dip is just fine, but over time these differences eventually cause problems you never even considered. Unstable equipment! Drainage that goes the other way.
A trip hazard that could’ve already been cleared up before a person took a tumble. Slip, trip and falls make up a large proportion of workplace injuries each year, with uneven surfaces frequently being to blame according to Safe Work Australia.
We’ve also seen warehouse managers pull their hair out over machines that vibrate differently depending on which section of the floor it is sitting on. Restaurant owners managing pools of water in places so bad it looks terrible.
Home garages where car doors won’t close properly because the slab settled unevenly years ago. The thing is, a level floor isn’t just about appearances (even though that’s a factor, too). It’s about bringing your space to work in the way that it ought to be working.
How We Assess Your Floor Situation
Before we do anything else, we check each floor properly. Lawrence personally oversees this part, because it sets the foundation for everything that follows. Last month, we looked at a warehouse in Malaga. At first glance, everything seemed fine.
But when we had the measuring gear out and began to take proper readings? We found variations that would have caused real problems down the track. The client had no idea — and why would they?
These things aren’t always obvious to the naked eye. Our evaluation is comprised of:
- Full examination of the surface from several perspectives
- Professional-grade equipment for accurate level measurements
- Checks of subfloor condition (because what’s underneath matters just as much)
- Moisture content testing to identify possible problems
We don’t rush this part. Can’t afford to. Get the assessment wrong, and everything that follows is built on shaky ground – quite literally.
The Ways We Level Concrete Floors
Different floors need different approaches. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution here, which is why we’ve developed multiple methods over the years.
High Point Grinding
Sometimes levelling is about knocking down high spots instead of filling the low ones. Great for floors that are mostly level with a few raised areas. Our grinding machines are professional equipment with HEPA filtration systems.
Without proper dust controls, NIOSH research shows that workers can be exposed to 55 times the safe limit, which is exactly why we do not skip the filtration. Faster and more cost-effective than other methods too.
Self-Levelling Compound Application
In order to take deeper corrections, we opt for self-levelling compounds. The available materials are leagues ahead of what we had even five years ago. Our commercial client Walter required speedy execution at a retail location.
As he put it: “Couldn’t be happier with the result. The guys were able to achieve this for us even on a tight time frame.”
Pour it out, and gravity does most of the work – though you still need proper technique to get professional results. It’s not just dumping it and hoping for the best.
Surface Repairs That Last
That said, we tend to deal with the remaining surface issues that often need addressing:
- Crack filling they only get worse if left alone
- Hole patching from small divots to larger damage
- Joint repairs often the weakest points in concrete floors
- Quick-dry solutions when you can’t wait days for curing
These repairs might seem minor on their own, but they make a real difference to how long your floor lasts. Sort them out during the levelling process, and you’re saving yourself hassle down the track.
Where These Services Make Sense
We’ve levelled floors throughout Perth at a variety of places. Home garages are popular because people spend thousands on cars and park them on sloping floors. Commercial buildings require surfaces for heavy foot traffic.
Industrial facilities deal with serious weight and constant movement. Medical centres need smooth surfaces for equipment mobility.
Restaurant kitchens need proper drainage slopes. Experience matters because different settings have different needs.
Our Step-by-Step Approach
Every levelling job follows a proven process. Keeps things organised and makes sure nothing gets missed along the way.
- Initial Assessment: Measure floor variations with precision equipment, test surface hardness, and check moisture levels.
- Surface Preparation: Remove old coatings, clean thoroughly, and repair any damaged areas before moving forward.
- Levelling Application: Apply the right compounds for your situation and monitor curing carefully, with quality checks throughout.
- Final Inspection: Verify levelness, check transitions between areas, and confirm the finish meets our standards.
Catch problems early, and they’re easy to fix. Find them later, and nobody wants that.
What Makes Our Approach Different
Look, plenty of companies can level a floor. But there’s levelling a floor, and then there’s levelling a floor properly. The difference might not be obvious immediately, but it shws up over time.
We remember working on this tricky retail space in Fremantle last year. Multiple floor levels that needed perfect transitions because customers would be walking between them constantly. Get those transitions wrong and you’re creating trip hazards and potential liability issues. No pressure, right?
That type of project shows why having 13 years under your belt matters:
We use professional-grade materials, not the cheaper alternatives that seem fine at first but don’t hold up. Our team understands different concrete types and how they behave.
We adapt our approach to each specific job rather than trying to force every floor into the same solution. And we focus on results that’ll still look good years from now, not just next week.
What Clients Say After the Work’s Done
Colin got his garage floor levelled and told me afterwards: “The finish is superb … Lawrence was prompt, reliable and polite.”
Reliability might seem dull next to flashy marketing promises, but if you are actually running a business or managing a property, reliable is all that you need. Show up when you say you will. Do what you promised to do. Finish on schedule. These things matter.
Michael mentioned something else that’s important to us: “There was minimal mess which was cleaned all the way through the process, and the communication through the whole job was great.”
Keeping a job site clean isn’t about being neat (though that’s part of it). It’s about respect. For your space, your time, your business operations.
We work in places that are often still functioning while we’re there. Can’t have concrete dust coating everything or tools scattered around creating obstacles.
The Technical Side of Things
Without diving too deep into the weeds, there are some technical considerations that influence how we approach each levelling job. Different concrete mixes exhibit different levels of response to levelling compounds.
Curing rates are greatly influenced by the temperature. Humidity plays a role too. Porosity of the existing floor determines which primers and preparation methods work best. Traffic patterns affect where we require extra reinforcement or particular attention to detail.
Then there’s the question of substrate preparation. This is the unglamorous foundation work that nobody sees once the job’s finished, but it’s absolutely critical.
Most flooring failures start with poor substrate prep. Not during application. Not because of traffic. It fails because the preparation work wasn’t thorough enough. We take this very seriously because we have seen what happens when others don’t.
Making Your Decision
If you’re currently evaluating your floor and it may require levelling, there are also several things to consider. How much change are we talking about? Perhaps a small dip doesn’t require any treatment. Then again, it might.
Depends on what you’re using the space for. Is the unevenness a problem functionally or mainly aesthetic? Both are valid concerns, but the solutions may not match. What’s your timeline?
Some methods work faster than others. What’s your budget looking like? Typically, we can discover options that are suitable for various financial scenarios. What’s happening in this space daily? A lightly-used home garage needs something different than a busy commercial kitchen.
Getting Started Is Straightforward
Get in touch for a free assessment. We’ll measure your floor properly and give you honest advice about what’s actually needed for your specific situation. Not what we wish you needed. Not the most expensive option. What will actually solve your problem.
Sometimes that means a simple grinding job. Sometimes it means full levelling. Once your floor is level, many clients choose to protect it with a coating for added durability. And sometimes — rarely, but it happens — we’ll tell you your floor doesn’t really need work at all. That last one might seem strange. Why would we turn down work?
Because we’d rather build a relationship based on trust than make a quick dollar on an unnecessary job. Perth’s not that big. Word gets around about who does right by their clients. We’ve built our reputation over 13 years by focusing on quality work and straight talk.
That’s worked well for us so far, and we’re planning to keep doing things that way for the next 13 years and beyond. Your floor deserves to be properly level. It’s one of those fundamental things that affects everything else in your space. Get in touch, and let’s sort it out.
iCOAT WA are experts when it comes to concrete levelling.
Contact us for a FREE quote/estimate
Phone: 0411 606 888 Email: info@icoatwa.com.au
TESTIMONIALS
Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value I can definitely recommend Paul and the iCoat floor coating system. It has transformed my garage into an area I’m very proud to show off. My wife and I are looking forward to using it in the future as an entertaining area and an extra space for the family to hang out. The finish is superb. The process of making it all happen was dead simple and I found Paul to be prompt, reliable, and polite.
Positive: Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value Just recently had Paul and his team put down the ‘Yabbi Creek’ over a large tiled area inside the house. Couldn’t be happier with the result. Where were also on a tight time frame which the guys were able to achieve for us. Throughout the whole experience Paul was a real professional providing frank honest advice and fast and efficient communication from quoting to updating on jobs progress. Highly recommend to all. Absolute pleasure to deal with.
Very Efficient. Paul Came out to quote within days of getting my inquiry. The price was very competitive, but what impressed me the most was the professionalism of the installation team. They did an amazing job, quickly and to a high standard. They left no rubbish and were courteous at all times. THANK YOU!!
Very knowledgeable and thorough staff who all take great pride in their work. Fantastic result, very happy with the garage floor!