Guidance by Scenic City Garage Coatings. Reviewed October 6, 2026. Planning information; onsite suitability is confirmed by the contractor.
Make a slab-line map
Mark saw-cut lines, perimeter separations and cracks on a sketch. Include drains and repaired sections. Photographs should show the line’s path as well as a close view; the assessor can then explain the proposed treatment.
Ask about movement and appearance
If a joint has a movement function, ask how the coating detail preserves it. Record which lines will remain visible and which repair expectations have limits. A promise of a completely uninterrupted appearance should be reconciled with the slab condition before work begins.
Confirm the material and sequence
The quote should name the repair or joint treatment and explain how it fits the selected coating. Ask what conditions would call for separate evaluation rather than ordinary preparation.
Use the crack assessment guide for unintended lines and the transition guide for slab boundaries. Include the map with your project request.
At final inspection, compare the visible treatment with the agreed plan. Do not assume a retained joint is a missed repair if it was specified to remain.
