Epoxy Flooring in San Francisco: Services, Costs & Gallery

San Francisco presents unique challenges and opportunities for epoxy flooring. From the compact garages of the Sunset District to the expansive industrial lofts of SoMa, the city's diverse housing stock means no two projects are alike. Brooks & Company Epoxy has been serving San Francisco homeowners with professional epoxy installations, and we understand the specific considerations that come with working in the city.

Our San Francisco Services

Garage Epoxy Flooring

San Francisco garages come in all shapes and sizes, but they share common problems: cracked, stained concrete, oil drips, dust, and that cold, unwelcoming feel. Professional epoxy transforms these spaces into clean, bright, functional extensions of your home.

Pricing:

• One-car garage: $2,800 (50% deposit — $1,400)
• Two-car garage: $4,000 (50% deposit — $2,000)

Every garage epoxy installation includes diamond grinding surface preparation, crack and joint repair, moisture testing, commercial-grade epoxy application, and a durable topcoat. Our garage floors carry a 15+ year lifespan with proper care.

San Francisco garages face unique conditions. Many Victorian and Edwardian homes have ground-level garages tucked beneath the main living floors, with decades of oil stains and hairline cracks from seismic settling. Our diamond grinding process removes surface contaminants and creates the profile needed for a permanent epoxy bond, even on aged concrete.

Popular neighborhoods for garage epoxy: Sunset, Richmond, Excelsior, Bayview, Outer Mission, Ingleside, and Daly City border areas where homes commonly have attached garages.

Metallic Epoxy Flooring

San Francisco's design-forward culture makes metallic epoxy a perfect fit. These floors create three-dimensional, flowing effects with metallic pigments that shift and shimmer depending on the light and viewing angle.

Pricing: $10 per square foot with a 50% deposit

Metallic floors are popular for:

• Home offices and studios in converted spaces
• Entertainment rooms and home bars
• Gallery-quality residential spaces
• High-end garage showroom floors
• Basement and in-law unit conversions

San Francisco's housing crunch has driven many homeowners to convert basements and ground-floor spaces into in-law units, home offices, and studios. Metallic epoxy flooring is a popular choice for these conversions because it creates a stunning, one-of-a-kind floor that elevates the space from functional to extraordinary.

Popular neighborhoods: Pacific Heights, Marina, Noe Valley, Cole Valley, and SoMa loft conversions where homeowners prioritize design impact.

Countertop Epoxy

San Francisco kitchens are often compact, which actually works in your favor — smaller countertop area means lower project cost while still delivering a dramatic transformation.

Pricing: $1,000 to $2,500 with a $500 flat deposit

Countertop epoxy is applied over existing surfaces — laminate, tile, wood, or concrete — eliminating the need for demolition. In San Francisco's tight row houses where kitchen renovations can mean weeks of disruption, this is a significant advantage. The work is completed in 1-2 days with 72-hour cure time. The finished surface is heat resistant to 500°F, food-safe, and delivers 10+ years of durability.

Read our guide on epoxy countertop colors and finishes to explore the design possibilities, or learn whether your existing countertops can be coated.

San Francisco Climate Considerations

San Francisco's microclimates create conditions that every epoxy installer must understand.

Fog and Humidity

The city's famous fog brings higher humidity levels than much of the Bay Area, particularly in the western neighborhoods (Sunset, Richmond, Ocean Beach). Elevated humidity can affect epoxy curing if not managed properly.

How we handle it:

• We monitor humidity levels at the work site before and during application
• We use epoxy formulations rated for higher-humidity environments when needed
• We ensure adequate air circulation during curing with fans and controlled ventilation
• We schedule applications to avoid the most humid hours when possible

Temperature

San Francisco's temperatures are remarkably consistent year-round — typically 50-65°F. This is within the acceptable range for epoxy application, though on the cooler end. Cold concrete slabs, especially in garages on the ground floor of multi-level homes, need attention.

How we handle it:

• We measure concrete surface temperature (not just air) on every project
• We apply during the warmest part of the day in cooler months
• We select epoxy systems with appropriate cure temperature ranges
• We allow adequate cure time — San Francisco's cooler temperatures mean slightly longer cure periods than warmer East Bay locations

For a deep dive into weather factors, read our guide on how weather affects epoxy installation.

Seismic Considerations

Epoxy coatings are applied directly to the concrete slab, so they flex and move with the structure during seismic activity. Unlike rigid tile that can crack during even minor earthquakes, epoxy's slight flexibility makes it more resilient to the Bay Area's seismic reality. For slabs with existing seismic cracks, we fill and stabilize them before coating.

Neighborhood Coverage

We serve all San Francisco neighborhoods, including:

Western SF: Sunset, Outer Sunset, Richmond, Outer Richmond, Sea Cliff, Lake Merced, Parkside — these neighborhoods sit closest to the ocean, so moisture management is especially important. Our team pays extra attention to prep work in these areas.

Central: Cole Valley, Haight-Ashbury, Castro, Noe Valley, Glen Park, Diamond Heights — homeowners here invest heavily in their properties, and epoxy garage floors are a natural fit that matches the quality of well-maintained homes.

Southern: Excelsior, Outer Mission, Ingleside, Bayview, Visitacion Valley, Portola — a mix of Victorians, converted warehouses, and newer construction where garages often double as workshops and hobby spaces.

Northern: Pacific Heights, Marina, Russian Hill, North Beach, Presidio Heights — space is at a premium, and epoxy-coated garage floors make it easier to organize tight spaces. The light-reflective finish reduces the need for additional lighting.

Eastern: SoMa, Mission, Potrero Hill, Dogpatch, Mission Bay — modern construction and loft conversions pair beautifully with metallic epoxy floors for an industrial-chic aesthetic.

We also serve Daly City, South San Francisco, and Brisbane — communities just outside city limits with similar housing stock and needs.

San Francisco-Specific Challenges We Handle

Compact Garages

Many San Francisco garages are narrow single-car spaces, sometimes with awkward angles or support columns. We have extensive experience working in tight quarters and delivering clean results in non-standard spaces. A smaller footprint means a lower total cost and a faster installation — most one-car garage projects are completed in a single day.

Multi-Level Homes

San Francisco's hillside homes often have garages at street level with living space above. This means the garage floor is the foundation of the structure, and moisture management is especially critical. We test thoroughly and address any moisture issues before coating.

Historic Homes

Older homes in neighborhoods like the Sunset, Richmond, and Excelsior may have concrete floors that have been painted, sealed, or patched multiple times over decades. Our diamond grinding process removes all previous coatings and treatments, creating a clean surface for proper epoxy adhesion.

Parking and Logistics

Working in San Francisco often means managing limited parking for our equipment and vehicles. We coordinate with homeowners in advance to ensure smooth logistics, including street parking permits when needed.

Permit and HOA Considerations

Epoxy floor coating is a surface treatment, not a structural modification. In most cases, no permit is required for a standard garage or basement floor coating. If you live in a tenancy-in-common (TIC) or condo with shared garage spaces, check with your HOA or co-owners before scheduling. We provide documentation and material specs for any review process.

Why San Francisco Homeowners Choose Epoxy

In a city where real estate values are among the highest in the nation, home improvements need to deliver real value:

• Increases usable space. A finished garage floor makes the garage feel like a livable room, not just storage.
• Adds property value. In San Francisco's competitive market, a professionally finished garage stands out to buyers.
• Low maintenance. San Francisco homeowners are busy — epoxy requires almost zero upkeep. Read our maintenance guide for details.
• Durable investment. With 15+ year lifespan for garage floors and 10+ years for countertops, the per-year cost is remarkably low.

Getting Started in San Francisco

Scheduling is simple:

1. Request a free estimate — we'll ask about your space, goals, and preferred timeline
2. Consultation — we assess your concrete, discuss options, and provide a firm quote
3. Deposit — secure your installation date with a 50% deposit (or $500 flat for countertops)
4. Installation — we handle everything, leaving you with a transformed space
5. Enjoy — light use after 24 hours, full use after 72 hours

Brooks & Company Epoxy is based in Oakland and serves San Francisco regularly. We're familiar with the city's neighborhoods, housing types, and unique conditions. Our team knows how to work efficiently in SF's compact spaces and deliver excellent results.

Explore our full pros and cons guide to learn more about epoxy flooring, or compare your options in our epoxy vs tile vs polished concrete breakdown.

Get a free estimate for your San Francisco epoxy project. Call us at (510) 435-2634 or fill out the form online.