Southeast Baton Rouge, now part of St. George
Epoxy Flooring in Old Jefferson, LA
Careful crack repair and joint planning for slabs in an area shaped by a moving fault.
- Free on-site estimates, with the slab moisture-tested before we recommend a system
- Written, itemized quotes that list every prep step and coat
- Surface prep explained up front: grinding, crack repair and dew point checks
Coating Over Cracks the Right Way
Epoxy flooring in Old Jefferson calls for close attention to cracks. The Baton Rouge fault runs along Tiger Bend Road from Airline Highway to the Amite River, and Wikipedia notes it moves about 3 to 5 millimeters per year. Fault damage closed Woodlawn High School's Tiger Bend campus, and the school board built a new complex in Old Jefferson. Slab movement is part of the local landscape.
Not every crack is the fault
Most garage cracks come from shrinkage or settling, not fault movement. We look at the pattern, width and edges to judge what is happening. Cracks that are not moving get filled and then coated over. Active cracks need a different approach.
Flexible fillers for moving cracks
For cracks that may keep moving, we use flexible joint fillers rather than rigid epoxy. That lets the crack flex without tearing the coating around it. The line may still show, but the floor stays sealed.
Honoring control joints
Control joints are cut into concrete to guide cracking. We can fill them flush or leave them open and coat over the edges. Filling looks cleaner; leaving them open can make sense on slabs that move more.
Family garages
In 2000, 45.5% of Old Jefferson households included children under 18, and the area grew 24.0% from 2000 to 2010. Family garages full of bikes and gear benefit from a flake floor that hides wear and adds grip. At about 30 feet of elevation, we test moisture before coating.
New school, more traffic
The new Woodlawn High complex in Old Jefferson brings school traffic and activity. For homes nearby, that often means more cars, more gear and more use of the garage. A thick flake system with a durable topcoat handles that kind of daily wear, and the pattern hides tire marks and scuffs between cleanings.
Old Jefferson Ground and Housing Notes
- Baton Rouge fault. The fault runs along Tiger Bend Road from Airline Highway to the Amite River and moves about 0.12 to 0.20 inches per year.
- School relocation. Woodlawn High School's Tiger Bend campus was abandoned due to fault damage, and a new complex was built in Old Jefferson.
- Family households. Children under 18 lived in 45.5% of Old Jefferson households in 2000.
- Growth. Population rose from 5,631 in 2000 to 6,980 in 2010, a 24.0% increase.
Old Jefferson Questions
Is my garage crack caused by the Baton Rouge fault?
Most garage cracks come from shrinkage or settling. We look at the pattern and width to judge, and we explain what we find.
Can you coat over a crack that keeps moving?
We use a flexible filler in moving cracks so the coating does not tear. The line may still show, but the floor stays sealed.
Should control joints be filled or left open?
Filling looks cleaner. Leaving them open can make sense on slabs that move more. We help you decide.
What floor works for a busy family garage?
A flake floor with a durable topcoat hides wear and adds grip for kids and bikes.
How do I know if my crack is still moving?
We look at the edges, width and any offset between the two sides. Fresh, sharp edges or uneven sides can be signs of movement.
Free Estimates in Old Jefferson, LA
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