Durable surfaces. Custom finishes. Built for Western New York.
Concrete should look great and perform in our freeze-thaw climate. Ivy Lea Construction designs, pours, and finishes concrete that stands up to Buffalo winters and elevates your outdoor living. From stamped concrete patios and pool decks to driveway replacements and porch steps, we plan the base, thickness, reinforcement, and finish so your project looks right and lasts.
Concrete that fits how you live
The best concrete projects feel intentional. Edges line up with landscaping, water drains where it should, and textures match how the space is used. We help you define the footprint, choose the finish, and set the details that matter in daily life. The goal is a surface that is comfortable underfoot in summer, safe in winter, and easy to maintain.
- Concrete patios and outdoor living areas for seating, dining, and outdoor kitchens
- Concrete driveways and aprons with proper slope and long-term durability
- Walkways and garden paths that connect entries and improve access
- Porches, stoops, and steps with safe treads and code-compliant risers
- Pool decks with slip-resistant textures and cool underfoot finishes
- Pads for fire pits, grills, sheds, hot tubs, and generators
Stamped and decorative finishes
Concrete does not need to be plain. We offer patterns and finishes that complement your home and budget. Stamped concrete can echo ashlar slate, herringbone brick, flagstone, or wood plank. Exposed aggregate delivers a classic pebble texture. Broom and swirl finishes add reliable traction for walkways and steps. Borders and insets are easy to define with integral color, release accents, and clean saw cuts. A matte or satin sealer protects color and helps resist stains from grills, planters, and everyday traffic. If you are collecting stamped concrete patio ideas, we can share pattern books, color charts, and recent projects that make decisions simple.
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Built for Freeze-Thaw Climates
Performance starts below the surface. Patios are typically 4 inches and driveways 5 to 6 inches, with steel or fiber reinforcement as the design requires. Control joints are laid out on a true grid to guide hairline cracks. Every slab is pitched away from the house to move water to safe drainage points. These practices protect your investment through lake effect snow, spring thaws, and heavy summer use.
Buffalo’s Trusted Concrete Contractors
With more than 30 years of experience pouring patios and driveways across Buffalo, Amherst, Orchard Park, Hamburg, West Seneca, Tonawanda, Cheektowaga, and the rest of Western New York, we bring careful planning and steady workmanship to every pour. Our team understands local soils, drainage, and freeze-thaw cycles, and we are known for clean job sites, courteous crews, reliable timelines, and concrete that looks sharp and holds up season after season.
Request Your Concrete Estimate
If you are planning a new stamped concrete patio, a concrete driveway, or safe porch steps, we can help you choose the right mix, finish, and layout. Tell us about your project, and we will provide a clear, detailed estimate. Request an estimate using the quick online form or call 716-875-8654 to speak with us directly.
FAQs About Concrete Services
What is the difference between concrete and cement?
Cement is an ingredient. Concrete is the finished mix of portland cement, sand, stone, water, and admixtures. In Western New York, it is common to use air entrainment to help the mix endure freeze-thaw cycles. The recipe and the prep under the slab determine strength, durability, and finish quality.
How long will a stamped concrete patio or concrete driveway last in Buffalo?
With a compacted stone base, an air-entrained mix, proper thickness, and clean control joints, stamped concrete and standard slabs can serve for decades. We typically pour patios at 4 inches and driveways at 5 to 6 inches. Plan on resealing decorative surfaces every two to three years and avoid de-icing salts the first winter to maximize life.
How soon can I use new concrete, and what maintenance should I plan for?
Light foot traffic is usually fine after 24 to 48 hours, with full strength reached at about 28 days. Keep heavy vehicles off a new concrete driveway for at least a week. For ongoing care, wash with a mild cleaner, use plastic shovels on decorative finishes, redirect downspouts away from slab edges, and reseal stamped or exposed aggregate every two to three years.
Do you handle permits or code requirements in Buffalo and Erie County?
Yes. We prepare the site plan, submit permit applications when required, coordinate utility mark outs, and schedule inspections. We build to current local and New York State Residential Code standards, including correct slab thickness, compacted base, frost depth for footing-supported work, safe riser and tread dimensions, handrail placement where required, and proper drainage pitch away from the house. If your project is in Amherst, Cheektowaga, Hamburg, or another town with its own process, we handle that paperwork too and keep you updated from submission to final approval.