Sick of Your Maintaining Your Asphalt Driveway? Try Concrete in the Spring!

Concrete material for driveway

Many homeowners resort to asphalt for their driveways. Sure, asphalt driveways can be beneficial for many people, but sometimes the maintenance can be overwhelming and annoying year after year. At Templin Concrete Construction, we have been providing homeowners with concrete driveway services in East Central Minnesota for many years, and we believe that it is… Read more »

How to Melt Ice on Your Driveway Without Salt

Icy Driveway

Anyone who lives in a colder climate is well-accustomed to seeing rock salt in the winter time. However, not many people realize the significant damage salt can cause on concrete and asphalt pavements. In fact, using rock salt as a deicing agent can lead to defoliation of plant life and post a threat to pets… Read more »

Removing Stains from a Dirty Garage Floor After a Long Winter

Concrete garage floors are extremely durable and will last you for many years. To maintain the look of your garage floor, you will likely need to clean it at least once every year. Dirt and grime can build up on concrete floors over time, and oil and grease can leak from your car or truck,… Read more »

Taking Care of Your Concrete Driveway this Winter

shoveling concrete driveway in winter

The winter season can cause many headaches, whether it’s snow, rigid cold weather, or just sickness. For concrete driveways, it’s always important to prepare for the winter weather that is about to hit. There are ways to protect your concrete driveway from any damage this season, and we want you to be aware of them…. Read more »

Understanding the Virtues of Concrete Countertops

Concrete Countertops in Kitchen

Concrete in homes and commercial buildings has become a very desirable material for a plethora of reasons. In modern design, concrete plays a major role in a unique and fresh look to your building or home. Here are some reasons why you should choose concrete for your countertops. Versatility Concrete can be cast in virtually… Read more »

Resealing your Stamped Concrete Patio

Stamped Concrete Patio

Modern stamped concrete patios are durable, attractive, low maintenance additions to your home’s exterior. After a number of years, however, you might notice that the surface of your patio begins to flake and peel. Eventually, the colors might even fade to dull, blotchy hues. At this point, you’ll want to start thinking about resealing your… Read more »

Repair or Replace? How to Decide Which Is Best for Your Concrete

Repair or Replace Concrete

If you have concrete inside or outside of your home that is starting to crack and become unsightly, you generally have two options – repair or replace it. There are many people who choose to repair it, simply because it’s the cheaper of the two options, but is that always the right call? Before you… Read more »

Why Choose Concrete for Your Driveway

Concrete Driveway - 2 Car Garage

If you’re thinking about freshly paving or repaving your driveway, one of the first decisions you have to make is what material to use – concrete or asphalt? There are pros and cons to each, but in the cold climate of Minnesota, concrete can’t be beat. Customization and Long-Lasting Concrete paving is typically somewhat more… Read more »

Spring Cleaning Your Concrete Surfaces

Although concrete is pretty maintenance free, you should take some steps this spring to make sure your driveway stays as undiminished and welcoming as possible. After all, your driveway is the welcome mat of your home. Here are a few things to check now that the snow has cleared. Spring Cleaning De-Icer During the winter,… Read more »