Concrete-polishing quotes can describe different preparation, refinement and finishing scopes. Compare the written process, not photographs alone.
1. Ask for the process in writing
A mechanically polished concrete scope should identify slab assessment, grinding, the selected aggregate exposure, densifier, repairs, refinement and final sheen. If a stage is not included, the quote should make that clear.
2. Record exposure and sheen separately
Cream, minimal, medium and full exposure describe how much aggregate is visible. Sheen describes how far the surface is refined. Record both in the quote and confirm them against a sample where appropriate.
3. Check equipment and silica controls
Ask which grinder and extraction system will be used and how silica dust will be controlled. Safe Work Australia identifies concrete grinding as work that can generate respirable crystalline silica.
Total Grind's recorded equipment includes a Husqvarna PG 690 RC planetary grinder and Husqvarna S 36/S 26 HEPA extraction. The accepted compliance record includes H-class vacuums and fit-tested respirators.
4. Confirm the densifier and finish system
The accepted Total Grind process uses a lithium-silicate densifier during refinement. Ask each contractor what system is included, when it is applied and what maintenance guidance comes with it.
5. Review comparable work
Ask for project photographs, references or a site example that the client has authorised the contractor to share. Check whether the examples match your type of slab, exposure and use.
Total Grind's dated Google Business Profile sync records a 5.0 rating from 11 reviews. This figure should be rendered from the current site configuration rather than typed into future article updates.
6. Require a site assessment
Slab strength, moisture, coatings, patches, cracks and access affect the result and price. Total Grind assesses the slab before confirming whether mechanical polishing, honing or grind and seal is the appropriate system.
7. Check insurance and project documents
Ask for current public liability cover and the safety documents required for the site. Total Grind's accepted record states current public liability and Queensland WorkCover, with certificates available on request and system-specific SWMS.
Compare quotes on the same scope
Line up these items before comparing price:
- preparation and coating removal;
- crack, joint and patch treatment;
- aggregate exposure;
- grinding and refinement stages;
- densifier and any protective treatment;
- edge work and access;
- specified slip testing;
- cure and handover timing; and
- cleaning and maintenance guidance.
Questions to ask
- What condition checks happen before work starts?
- What exposure and sheen are included?
- What grinding, densifying and refinement stages are included?
- How are cracks, joints and patches handled?
- How is silica dust controlled?
- What comparable work can be shared with permission?
- What maintenance and warranty terms are written into the quote?
Total Grind N Polish has operated since 2005 and works across the service areas recorded on this site.
Discuss your project
Read the relevant service page, then contact Total Grind N Polish with the location, approximate area and a few photos of the surface.
