Investing in any home remodeling project is intimidating. Finding the right company with the right products, services, and prices can be hard and puts a lot of pressure on you as a homeowner.

You want to have your concrete surface coated but have no idea what you should know when choosing a product or company for the job. Maybe you just had your garage coated a few years ago, and it’s already starting to chip. You want to make sure you research and learn about the products you are considering and what goes into a concrete coating. It can get tedious and annoying to continue Googling your questions, having 30 or more tabs open, and reading article after article just to answer one question.

A concrete coating is similar to a chemistry experiment. Different elements and compounds are combined to create what’s meant to be a protective shield for concrete.

Before paying a professional to repair and coat your concrete, you want to know what you’re getting into. Even if you have no interest in the details of certain processes and what goes into the project, it’s important to know what exactly is going to be done in your home for you to feel more comfortable in the project and the company you pay to do it.

How much does a window replacement cost? What is tempered glass? Which window is right for me? What does single-hung mean?

Does your home need new windows and doors? Are you trying to decide whether you should tackle both projects together or one at a time? When it comes to door and window replacements, you’re probably better off getting things done in one fell swoop. Here’s why.