Temple sits on dark Blackland clay that swells and shrinks hard with every season, and that means your driveway, patio, and walkways take a beating. Killeen Concrete has spent years working in Temple (76502) and the surrounding Killeen area, fixing the concrete problems that come with this terrain and building new slabs that actually last.
When a slab heaves, cracks, or settles unevenly, homeowners in Temple call us because we understand the clay, the drainage, and the grade challenges that are unique to this part of Bell County. We show up on time, do the work right, and leave your property clean.
Concrete in Temple (76502)
Temple's dark Blackland clay is beautiful soil for native oaks and mesquite, but it's hard on concrete. When long droughts follow soaking rain or a cold snap, that clay swells and shrinks, heaving older driveways and sidewalks and cracking slabs that weren't built with the right sub-base prep and control joints. The limestone bedrock underneath adds another layer of complexity. We've leveled sunken driveways on Ninth Street, replaced crumbling patios in older neighborhoods near Downtown Temple, and lifted walkways that had settled three or four inches over a decade. The homes here range from 1950s frame ranches with narrow carports to modern brick and stone builder homes with wide driveways and covered patios, and every property has its own access and drainage story. We know how to read the site, prepare the base correctly, and pour concrete that won't fail when the Texas heat and freeze cycle does its work.
Our team has built and repaired concrete for Temple homeowners and property managers for years. We carry general liability and workers' compensation insurance on every job, and we pull permits and coordinate with the city so you don't have to.
Our services in Temple
- Concrete Driveways in Temple · New concrete driveway installation and full driveway replacement built to last…
- Concrete Patios in Temple · Custom concrete patios that expand your outdoor living space and add lasting…
- Stamped & Decorative Concrete in Temple · Stamped, stained, and exposed aggregate finishes that replicate stone, brick…
- Concrete Repair & Resurfacing in Temple · Repair of cracked, spalling, or worn concrete and full resurfacing to restore…
- Concrete Leveling & Slab Lifting in Temple · Lifting and leveling of sunken or uneven concrete driveways, patios…
- Concrete Slabs & Foundations in Temple · Poured concrete slabs and footings for garages, sheds, room additions…
- Sidewalks, Walkways & Steps in Temple · New and replacement sidewalks, walkways, and steps…
- Concrete Pool Decks in Temple · Slip-resistant pool decks in broom, textured…
- Concrete Sealing in Temple · Professional sealing that protects concrete from stains, moisture…
- Concrete Removal & Replacement in Temple · Full tear-out and haul-away of old, cracked…
- Garage Floors in Temple · Poured and finished concrete garage floor slabs for new builds, replacements…
- Polished Concrete in Temple · Mechanically ground and polished concrete floors with a smooth…
How a Job Works in Temple
Step one is a free on-site assessment. We come out to your property in Temple, look at the existing concrete or the bare ground, check the grade and drainage, talk through what you want, and give you a realistic estimate. No pressure, no sales pitch. If you're dealing with a sunken slab or a cracked driveway, we'll explain what caused it and what we'd do to fix it right.
Step two is the work itself. We handle site prep, layout, rebar and control joints, forming, and pouring. If your lot is tight or access is narrow (common in older Temple neighborhoods), we bring the right equipment and take our time. If you need a permit, we'll coordinate with the city so the inspection happens on schedule. We work clean and keep your property organized throughout the job.
Step three is cleanup and your final walkthrough. We haul away debris, sweep the site, and make sure you're satisfied with the work before we leave. Your concrete is ready to use as soon as it's cured, and we'll give you care instructions so it stays strong.
Pricing in Temple depends on size, access, site conditions, and urgency. A basic concrete driveway or patio runs from $6 per square foot; stamped or decorative finishes start at $10 per square foot. Concrete repair and resurfacing (patching cracks, fixing spalling) start at $3 per square foot, and concrete leveling or slab lifting (the most common emergency call in Temple) starts at $4 per square foot. Removal and replacement of a badly failed slab runs from $7 per square foot. Sealing, which we recommend for all new concrete to protect it from the Texas sun and freeze-thaw cycle, starts at $0.75 per square foot. The biggest cost factors are the size of the area, whether we need to remove old concrete first, how much the site slopes or drains, and how soon you need the work done. Call us at (254) 382-3006 for a free estimate tailored to your property.