WITH A GARAGE MAKEOVER FROM ENCORE GARAGE OHIO, YOU CAN ADD VALUE TO YOUR HOME AND RECLAIM USABLE SPACE

When is the last time a neighbor walked up to your front porch and rang your doorbell to say hello? 



Nowadays, a neighbor will pop into your garage when they see you. The garage is also how most folks enter your home. Not surprisingly, homeowners are giving their garages a second look when it comes to presenting a stunning first impression that mirrors the rest of their home’s décor, as well as maximizing living space. 


Mimi caught up with Mike Padden, owner of Encore Garage Ohio, for insight. He’s made a name for himself over the past 20 years by offering floor-to-ceiling garage transformations. The two-part process begins with Flexcore polyaspartic floor coating for an upscale touch. Then Mike and his crew come up with the perfect fit of organizational system and custom cabinetry. 


“We find out about each homeowner’s lifestyle,” he says. “For instance, do they want more space to watch games on television, have overflow party space or—like me—need more play space for their grandchildren? After finishing my own garage, we installed a basketball net and taped off a court, so my grandsons can shoot hoops whenever they visit.”


He reports transforming your garage is also an economical alternative to a home addition. Most three-car garages can add about 1,000 square feet of space, or as Mike likes to think of it, untapped potential. It makes practical sense.


“April and May are our busiest months of the year,” he says. “Coming out of winter, people are looking to enjoy all the grad parties, family reunions and gatherings they hold outdoors. My wife and I just threw a catered party in our garage to celebrate the eclipse and it was amazing. You know the old saying that people always end up in the kitchen at a party? Well, for us, they end up hanging out in the garage.”


Why not reclaim your space and turn your garage into your new front porch? Encore has to power to make it happen.


Get started with a free consultation from Encore Garage Ohio by calling 330-922-4411 or visiting EncoreGarageOhio.com.


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By Mike Padden • October 13, 2025
They say nothing is more certain than death and taxes, but in Northeast Ohio, I’d argue that Old Man Winter’s frigid gales are just as inevitable. Soon, snow, sleet, slush and road salt will arrive, bringing their destructive forces to your garage’s concrete floor. Concrete’s porous nature means it absorbs moisture, dirt and salt, creating a corrosive brine. This, combined with the freeze-thaw cycle, leads to serious surface deterioration like crumbling, chipping and staining. A polyaspartic floor coating system, however, can protect your concrete floor from these ravages. Encore Garage Ohio can resurrect your damaged floor and add a striking, durable finish designed for years of long-lasting protection. Our service technicians will restore your garage floor by installing a multi-layer coating system that includes a wide selection of beautiful color deco flakes. Once applied, maintaining its gorgeous look is simple—just hose, mop or squeegee dirt away. This new, slip-resistant surface naturally repels oil, grease, paint, salt and moisture. This is a one-time process. No additional resealing is required, saving you time and money. We use only the highest quality, commercial-grade materials, far superior to what you’d find at a big box store. Our polyaspartic floor coating typically cures in 24-48 hours, returning your garage to service almost immediately. Ultimately, your garage is one of the most frequently used entry points into your home. Why not give it some much-needed care and maximize your living space at the same time? Give us a call before the snow starts falling to winterize your garage for years to come. In addition to flooring, consider a complete garage makeover with our Encore Signature Series custom cabinetry and smart storage organization. Get started with a free consultation from Encore Garage Ohio by calling 330-922-4411 or visiting EncoreGarageOhio.com . 
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Hooray—summer has finally arrived, and it’s time to tackle those home maintenance projects that haunted us all winter. One of the biggest eyesores? That stained, deteriorating garage floor. It’s tempting to ride the adrenaline rush straight to the hardware store to grab a bucket of epoxy and take the DIY route. But hold the paint rollers, “You’re bound to walk away dissatisfied when it starts to fade, peel and wear excessively in six to 18 months,” says owner of Encore Garage Ohio , Mike Padden. About 30% of our floor installations are replacements for homeowners who tried to do it themselves. We call this the “MEE” factor. It’s when homeowners feel the urge to tackle the job on their own. What many don’t realize is what a quality installation truly entails. “MEE” stands for materials, equipment and expertise. When you consider what a garage floor must withstand from supporting a 6,000-plus-pound SUV to enduring UV rays, moisture and fluctuating temperatures—it’s easy to see how a floor can fail when it’s not installed by a professional. Do DIYers understand the detailed prep work and material application techniques required for a superior installation? No. Do they buy high-end commerical-grade materials that have superior abrasive and fading resistance? No. The DIY homeowner is initially happy with their new epoxy floor installation, but within a few months, they call us to remove the coating. Their time and expense end up being all for naught. If the “MEE” factor is calling you, do yourself a favor and don’t listen. This is a gamble you don’t want to take. With 20 years of experience in garage flooring, combined with commercial-grade equipment and professional-grade materials, the floors we install are built to last. There’s a good reason we back our work with impressive warranties. Give us a call for an estimate.
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