Concrete Prep and Removal in Kansas City, MO
Grinding, cleaning and stripping failed coatings. The step every finish above depends on, offered on its own.
Best for failed or coated slabs
Why concrete prep and removal matters
Concrete preparation is the most important step before applying any coating or overlay. Without proper prep, even the best products can fail.
Ranges published by us for typical Kansas City jobs. What your floor actually costs depends on the state of the slab, which is what the free on-site estimate is for.
Why this system
What Concrete Prep and Removal gives you
Strong adhesion
Prepped surfaces ensure epoxy, overlays, and sealers bond correctly.
Longer lifespan
Prevents peeling, bubbling, and premature failure.
Smooth, level surfaces
Repairs imperfections, cracks, and uneven areas.
Complete coating removal
Removes old epoxy, glue, carpet adhesives, or paint.
Moisture testing & treatment
Reduces the risk of moisture-related failures.
Fast project completion
Most projects completed in 1–2 days, depending on the size and state of the concrete.
Recent projects
Concrete Prep and Removal we’ve put down around Kansas City.
Every one of these is concrete prep and removal, laid by the same crew to the same prep standard.
How a job runs
Our 5-step concrete prep and removal process
Surface assessment
Evaluate concrete condition, coatings, and moisture levels.
Grinding & shot blasting
Remove coatings and open pores for maximum adhesion.
Crack & joint repair
Fill and smooth damaged areas.
Adhesive & coating removal
Strip away carpet glue, tile mastic, or paint.
Final clean & inspection
Ensure a dust-free, ready-to-coat surface.
Why High Stakes Epoxy LLC
Most failed epoxy floors were lost before the coating ever came out of the pail.
Coatings don’t fail because of the product. They fail because of what happened — or didn’t happen — to the concrete underneath. That’s the part we refuse to rush.
We grind. We don’t acid etch.
Every floor gets mechanically diamond-ground to an open concrete profile before anything is applied. It’s slower, dustier and the single biggest reason a floor lasts fifteen years instead of peeling in two.
Commercial-grade product on residential jobs.
The same coatings we put down in warehouses go into your garage. No thinned box-store kits, no shortcuts on mil thickness to make a number work.
The owner is on your job.
High Stakes is owner-operated by Tyler Wilms out of Cleveland, MO. The person who quotes your floor is the person standing on it with a grinder.
You get the cure schedule in writing.
When you can walk on it, when you can park on it, how to clean it, and what’s covered. Written down before we leave, not guessed at over the phone a week later.
Where it works
Rooms and buildings we put Concrete Prep and Removal in
Garage floors
Remove old epoxy or paint for a fresh coating.
Basements
Prep for overlays, stains, or moisture protection.
Commercial buildings
Strip flooring in retail stores, restaurants, or offices.
Warehouses & industrial spaces
Prepare concrete for heavy-duty coatings.
Frequently asked
Questions we get about concrete prep and removal.
How much does concrete prep and removal cost in Kansas City?
Costs vary based on surface size, condition, and coating removal needs. On average, $2 to $5 per square foot is typical. Contact High Stakes Epoxy LLC for a custom estimate.
What methods are used to remove old epoxy or coatings?
We use diamond grinding, shot blasting, and industrial scrapers to completely remove old epoxy, paint, adhesives, and sealers.
Why is concrete surface preparation important?
Proper prep ensures maximum adhesion for new coatings, preventing peeling, chipping, or bubbling. It directly affects the durability and lifespan of your floor.
Can you remove carpet glue or tile adhesives from concrete?
Yes. Our professional removal process eliminates carpet glue, tile mastic, and adhesives, leaving a clean surface ready for coatings or overlays.
How do you prepare concrete for epoxy flooring?
We grind the surface to open pores, repair cracks, remove coatings, and clean thoroughly to create the perfect base for epoxy application.
How long does concrete prep and removal take?
Most projects take 1–2 days, depending on square footage and the amount of coating or adhesive removal required.
Can you prep concrete for outdoor surfaces?
Absolutely. We prepare patios, driveways, sidewalks, and pool decks for stain, seal, or overlay applications.
Where we install it
Concrete Prep and Removal across the Kansas City metro
Same crew and the same prep in every one of these. Pick your city for what we have done nearby and how to get us out to look at the slab.
Missouri
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Kansas
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Other systems
Not the finish you had in mind?
Every system we install, in one place. Most jobs end up somewhere other than where they started once we have seen the concrete.
Flake Flooring
Best for garages, basements, shops
A seamless, non-slip floor in the flake blend you pick. The workhorse finish for garages, basements and showrooms.
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Metallic Epoxy Flooring
Best for basements, showrooms, retail
Poured metallic pigment that moves like stone or water. No two floors come out the same, which is the point.
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Solid Color Epoxy
Best for workshops, plants, garages
One clean colour, wall to wall. The straightforward choice for shops, warehouses and utility spaces.
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Concrete Overlay
Best for worn patios, floors, walkways
A new surface over worn concrete, textured and coloured to order — without the cost of tearing the slab out.
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Concrete Polishing
Best for warehouses, retail, offices
Mechanically polished to the sheen you want. No coating to wear through, because the floor is the finish.
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Dye Polishing
Best for showrooms, breweries, lobbies
Translucent colour driven into polished concrete, so the aggregate and the character of the slab still read through.
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Grind and Seal Concrete
Best for high-traffic industrial floors
Grind to expose the aggregate, then seal. The cost-effective route to a durable, easy-to-clean industrial floor.
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Stain and Seal Concrete
Best for patios, basements, entries
Acid or water-based stain with a protective seal, for patios, entries and floors that should not look coated.
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Cleaning and Sealing Exterior Concrete
Best for driveways, patios, pool decks
Driveways, walks and patios cleaned back and sealed against Missouri freeze-thaw, salt and stains.
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Ready when you are
Want Concrete Prep and Removal on your floor?
Free on-site estimate, real samples in your space, and a written number within a day. Call, text, or send the form and we’ll get you on the schedule.
105 N Main, Cleveland, MO 64734
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