Concrete Polishing Contractors in Illinois— Rated & Reviewed

Cost of Concrete Polishing in Illinois

Concrete polishing costs $3–$15 per square foot. Basic honed finishes run $3–$7/sqft; high-gloss residential polishing $7–$12/sqft; and large commercial projects with economies of scale as low as $4–$6/sqft for 5,000+ sqft floors. Sealing and densifying adds $2–$4/sqft every 2–5 years.

• Finish level — honed (flat) vs. semi-polished (800 grit) vs. high-gloss (3,000 grit)
• Aggregate exposure — cream finish vs. salt-and-pepper vs. full aggregate exposure
• Concrete condition — existing cracks, coatings, or contamination add prep cost
• Square footage — large commercial projects reduce cost per sqft significantly
• Guard/sealer application — penetrating lithium silicate densifier is usually included
• Ongoing maintenance — periodic resealing or burnishing every 2–5 years