That crack in your driveway didn't show up overnight. Neither did the spalling on your garage floor or the trip hazard where your sidewalk sections separated. Minnesota's freeze-thaw cycles, road salt, and clay soils push concrete hard — and patch jobs from the hardware store won't cut it. ATR Concrete Technologies has spent more than 25 years repairing concrete across Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the metro using our chemistry-first Clean Slate Process.
The problem
Freeze-thaw movement, settlement, or an unsuitable patch has allowed cracking to continue.
How ATR solves it
ATR identifies the repair condition and uses a repair approach suited to the crack and surrounding slab.
The problem
Road salt, moisture, impact, or wear is breaking down the concrete surface in a garage, driveway, basement, or patio.
How ATR solves it
ATR removes unsound material, repairs the damaged concrete, and restores a usable surface.
The problem
Joint edges are crumbling or separating, creating rough transitions and allowing damage to spread.
How ATR solves it
ATR rebuilds the failed areas and restores the joint or transition for the way the surface is used.
The problem
Broken, uneven, or deteriorated concrete is creating a safety concern and interfering with daily use.
How ATR solves it
ATR evaluates repair, leveling, or restoration options before unnecessary replacement is recommended.
30
Years Repairing Concrete
7
Repair Types
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Chemistry-First Prep No Grinders, No Silica Dust
From hairline cracks to full surface failures, our team handles every common concrete problem found in Twin Cities homes.
Hairline, structural, and settlement cracks sealed and stabilized.
Flaking and pitting surfaces restored to a smooth, durable finish.
Deteriorated control and expansion joints re-cut and filled.
Salt damage, pitting, and hot-tire pickup repaired and sealed.
Moisture-related cracking and surface deterioration corrected.
Heaving, cracking, and spalling from freeze-thaw cycles addressed.
Weather-worn surfaces repaired and sealed for lasting outdoor enjoyment.
Trip hazards and uneven sections fixed to restore safe passage.
Cracking, scaling, and slip hazards resolved on pool surrounds.
Our concrete repair services cover every residential surface. Whether it's a cracked driveway, a pitted garage floor, or a spalling pool deck, we have the tools and experience to restore it.
Six steps, dust-controlled. Here's how we restore your concrete from assessment to sealed finish.
We inspect every crack, joint, and surface to map the full scope of damage and recommend the right repair strategy.
Surfaces are chemically cleaned and profiled — eliminating airborne silica dust caused by traditional grinding. Safe for occupied homes and facilities.
Cracks are routed and filled with flexible, high-strength materials engineered to move with Minnesota's temperature swings.
Spalled areas are rebuilt and the full surface is leveled, creating a uniform substrate ready for finishing.
A penetrating sealer locks in the repair and protects against future moisture, salt, and freeze-thaw damage.
A proper repair can last decades with the right care. Follow these guidelines to protect your investment and maximize the life of your concrete.
A quality penetrating sealer is the single best defense against Minnesota winters. We recommend resealing every two to three years.
Remove dirt, leaves, and standing water regularly. A pressure washer on a low setting keeps surfaces clean without damaging the seal.
Use sand or kitty litter instead of rock salt. If you must use deicer, choose calcium-magnesium acetate — it's far gentler on concrete.
Check expansion and control joints each spring. Cracked or missing joint filler lets water in, which accelerates freeze-thaw damage.
More than 25 years restoring Twin Cities concrete.
Our Clean Slate chemistry eliminates airborne silica dust caused by traditional grinding.
We save you money by repairing what others would rip out.
Locally owned in Fridley — serving the entire Twin Cities metro.
If the slab is structurally sound — no major settling, heaving, or widespread deterioration — repair is almost always the better choice. It costs 50–70% less than replacement and can be completed in a day. We will tell you honestly if your slab is beyond repair.
The primary culprit is our freeze-thaw cycle. Water seeps into pores and micro-cracks, freezes, expands, and widens the damage over hundreds of cycles per winter. Road salt accelerates this by increasing the number of freeze-thaw events. Clay soils that expand and contract also contribute to settlement cracking.
Most residential repairs — a driveway, garage floor, or patio — are completed in a single day. Larger projects or multi-area repairs may take two days. You can typically walk on the surface within 24 hours and drive on it within 48–72 hours.
We custom-tint repair materials to blend with your existing slab. While an exact color match on aged concrete is difficult to guarantee, our restorations create a uniform, attractive appearance that improves significantly over the original damage.
Our Clean Slate Process uses chemical preparation instead of mechanical grinding. Traditional grinding creates clouds of crystalline silica dust — a known carcinogen. Our chemistry-first method eliminates airborne silica dust from surface prep, making it safe for occupied homes and facilities. The only time any dust may be present is during bag mixing — and in most cases, that's done outside the building.
We stand behind every repair with a written warranty. Specific terms depend on the scope of work and materials used. During your free assessment, we will outline the warranty in detail so there are no surprises.
Get a free, no-obligation assessment from the Twin Cities' concrete restoration experts. We'll tell you exactly what your slab needs — and what it doesn't.
