Concrete Contractor in Clive, IA

Clive is directly south of Urbandale - a Polk County suburb with a mix of established neighborhoods and newer development along the NW 86th Street corridor and the Jordan Creek area. Derek serves Clive within the west-metro service area. Call to confirm current scheduling; no travel premium applies.

Clive's Concrete Profile

Clive's older established neighborhoods - the streets in the Walnut Creek watershed and the residential areas north of University Avenue - have driveways from the 1980s and early 1990s that are now 30-plus years old and hitting end-of-life in Iowa's climate. The same freeze-thaw deterioration pattern Derek sees in Urbandale's older streets is present throughout Clive's established areas.

The newer development along Jordan Creek Town Center and NW 86th Street has younger concrete and can support stamped patios, new flatwork, and walkway additions alongside driveway work.

Larger lots near the Jordan Creek area can support stamped-concrete upgrades and larger patio scopes.

What Derek Does in Clive

Driveway replacement. Iowa spec pour - air-entrained mix, 5-inch minimum, 6-inch compacted limestone base, control joints at right spacing. Same standards as Urbandale.

Stamped concrete patios. Derek handles the pour, stamp, and color application personally in Clive's newer development areas.

Walkways and approach work. Service includes heaved front walkways, garage approach sections, and connecting paths.

Repair assessment. Honest call on whether isolated repair extends the life or whether the base has failed and replacement is the better value.

Pricing for Clive

Same as Urbandale - no travel premium:

• Driveway replacement: $3,500–$8,500
• Stamped patio: $4,500–$9,500
• Standard patio: $2,000–$5,500
• Walkways: $800–$2,500

Free estimates - (515) 758-7863.

Clive FAQs

Is Clive in your service area?

Yes. Clive is adjacent to Urbandale. Call to confirm current scheduling; the published pricing ranges are the same.

My Clive subdivision driveway was poured in the mid-90s. What should I expect at an assessment?

A 30-year-old Iowa driveway should be assessed for slab and base condition. The question is base condition - whether the original base is still solid enough to justify repair extension or whether replacement gives better value. Derek gives an honest call on-site.

How much does stamped concrete cost in Clive, IA?

Same pricing as Urbandale - no travel premium for the Clive route. Stamped concrete patio: $4,500-$9,500. Standard broom-finish patio: $2,000-$5,500. Driveway replacement: $3,500-$8,500. Walkways: $800-$2,500. Free estimates - call (515) 758-7863.

What stamped concrete patterns work best for Clive homes?

Ashlar slate and random stone patterns are well-suited to Clive's established and newer development areas. For homes near the Walnut Creek watershed where natural stone and mature landscaping are common, a natural stone pattern complements the setting well. Derek brings sample boards and pattern references to the estimate so you can see what the pattern looks like before committing.

How long does stamped concrete last in Iowa's climate?

Properly poured with an Iowa freeze-thaw spec mix, air-entrained concrete, control joints, and a quality sealer, stamped concrete in Clive typically lasts 25-35 years before structural replacement is warranted. Resealing every 3-5 years maintains the color and surface protection. Derek walks through the maintenance schedule at the completion of every stamped job.

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