Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Concrete Flooring Partner in Chicago
Founded in 1967 by brothers Mick and Jim Finn, Busy Beaver has evolved into Chicagoland's leading flooring contractor through decades of dedicated service. Our journey began with a commitment to delivering high-performance concrete solutions tailored to client needs, a philosophy preserved through three generations of family leadership. Under current President Frank Stoeberl, we combine 58 years of industry expertise with modern innovation to provide concrete coatings, repairs, and restoration services across Illinois.Our team of certified professionals specializes in epoxy systems, urethane-modified concrete, and industrial floor preparation, ensuring minimal operational disruption while maintaining strict safety standards. With millions of square feet serviced annually, we maintain our reputation through premium materials, phased project execution, and a client-centric approach that has earned us long-term partnerships with commercial and industrial clients.
Services
Concrete Repairs
Epoxy Coatings
Line Marking
Concrete Prep
Warehouse Markings
Floor Polishing
Crack Repair
Joint Filling
Surface Resurfacing
Chemical-Resistant Coatings
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- 58 years of specialized concrete flooring expertise since 1967
- Phased project execution minimizing facility operational disruption
- Certified technicians trained in advanced epoxy and urethane systems
- Premium materials meeting USDA and ASTM compliance standards
- Proven track record with millions of square feet serviced annually
What people say
Excellent job
Knowledgeable team
Completed promptly
Professional manner
Outstanding work
Services
Concrete Repairs
Specialized concrete repair solutions address cracks, joint damage, and surface erosion using polyurea fillers and epoxy matrices. Our technicians restore structural integrity while maintaining facility operations. Repairs include crack filling, joint rebuilding, and resurfacing for industrial environments.
Epoxy Coatings
Diverse epoxy systems including chemical-resistant, static-dissipative, and decorative coatings enhance floor durability. Application methods range from thin mil systems to urethane-modified concrete for industrial facilities requiring USDA compliance and thermal stability.
Line Marking
Custom warehouse markings improve safety and organization through pedestrian walkways, 5S color coding, and inventory storage lines. Durable materials ensure long-lasting visibility in high-traffic areas while meeting OSHA compliance standards.
Concrete Prep
Industrial floor preparation services include scarifying, grinding, and mastic removal to create optimal surfaces for new coatings. Specialized equipment ensures minimal dust accumulation while preparing substrates for epoxy or urethane applications.
Warehouse Markings
5S-compliant floor markings enhance workplace efficiency through color-coded zones and inventory tracking systems. Implementation includes rodent control striping and perimeter sealing for food-grade and pharmaceutical facilities requiring strict sanitation protocols.
People
Frank Stoeberl
President and Project Management
President since 2025 with 16 years of experience, progressing from technician to leadership roles. Demonstrates expertise in project management and operational strategy while maintaining family business values.
Judy Stoeberl
Vice President and Project Management
Vice President with 24 years of experience across multiple departments. Provides strategic oversight for project execution and client relations while maintaining operational excellence standards established by company founders.
Dan Martin
Operations Manager
Operations Manager since 2019 with 14 years of field experience. Oversees technical implementation of coating systems and ensures adherence to quality control protocols across all project phases.
Tyler Wrzesinski
Operations Manager
Operations Manager since 2025 with 12 years of industry experience. Specializes in workflow optimization and technical execution of complex flooring systems while maintaining safety compliance standards.
Maggie Finn Smearman
Marketing Manager
Marketing Manager since 2018 with 8 years of brand development experience. Leads strategic communications and digital initiatives that reinforce company reputation as Chicagoland's leading concrete contractor.
Questions
What concrete services do you specialize in?
We specialize in concrete repairs, epoxy coatings, warehouse markings, and industrial floor preparation services for commercial and industrial facilities across Illinois.
How do you minimize facility downtime during projects?
Our phased mobilization approach and experienced project managers coordinate work schedules to maintain operational continuity during concrete installations and repairs.
Are your coatings suitable for food processing facilities?
Yes, we offer USDA-compliant urethane-modified concrete systems with hygienic properties suitable for food processing and pharmaceutical environments.
Do you handle both large and small projects?
We service projects of all sizes from single garage floors to multi-million square foot industrial facilities across Chicagoland.
What safety certifications do your technicians hold?
Our crews maintain current OSHA certifications and receive ongoing training in advanced concrete application techniques and workplace safety protocols.
Can you match existing floor colors?
Yes, our epoxy systems allow color matching to maintain brand consistency or facility aesthetic requirements during coating installations.
