Clive is a tightly developed suburb where curb appeal is part of the neighborhood culture. Driveways, front entries, and patios are some of the first things visitors and neighbors notice. Structural cracking in outdoor concrete — even what looks like surface-level damage — is one of the most common issues we get called about here. In Clive's dense layout, a deteriorating driveway or patio stands out fast.

Stamped concrete addresses the root cause. Installed with proper control joints and sealed from day one, it resists the freeze-thaw damage that breaks down plain concrete over time. Our stamped concrete Des Moines crew works in Clive on a regular basis — we know the neighborhood layout and how Iowa winters affect concrete in this part of the metro.

Professional Stamped Concrete in Clive

Stamped concrete starts as regular poured concrete. Before it sets, we press a pattern into the surface — brick, slate, cobblestone, wood plank, or flagstone — and apply an integral or surface color. The result looks like expensive natural stone or brick, but it's a solid concrete slab underneath.

Our process for every Clive project follows these steps:

• Site prep — we dig out and grade the area, compact the soil, and lay a proper gravel base
• Form setting — wood or metal forms shape the perimeter and establish finished height
• Reinforcement — wire mesh or rebar goes in based on load requirements
• Pour and finish — we pour the concrete, screed it flat, and float the surface
• Stamp and color — texture mats are pressed in before the concrete stiffens
• Control joints — we cut joints to manage future movement
• Sealer application — a quality sealer locks in color and blocks moisture

We do stamped concrete patios, driveways, pool decks, walkways, front entries, and steps. Before we start, we help you pick the pattern and color so the finished project looks exactly how you expected.

Photo 2 — Stamped concrete installation process Clive IA

When Customers Need Stamped Concrete

The bulk of calls we get from Clive are about driveways and patios from the late 1990s and early 2000s. That era of concrete is now old enough that surface spalling and structural cracking are showing up across the slab. Once the top layer breaks down, moisture gets in faster and the damage accelerates each winter.

They're starting a new project. A new patio, driveway, or pool deck is one of the most popular home improvement projects in Clive. Stamped concrete gives you a finished, attractive surface from day one without the maintenance hassle of pavers or natural stone.

They want to upgrade a worn slab. Old broom-finish concrete gets stained, dull, and faded. A stamped overlay can refresh the surface without a full tear-out — saving time and cost when the base slab is still structurally solid.

Repair, Replacement, or Maintenance Options

Every concrete situation is different. We look at the actual condition of your slab before recommending a path forward.

We don't upsell. We tell you what we see and give you honest options.

Why Customers Choose Colin Concrete Des Moines

Photo 3 — Colin Concrete Des Moines crew at work in Clive

Twenty years in the Des Moines area means we have a real track record. Homeowners in Clive have been calling us for over two decades. That kind of tenure only happens when the work holds up.

Here's what we hear from customers consistently: we show up when we say we will. We explain the process before we start. We clean up when we're done. And the work holds up.

We understand Iowa weather. We know what it takes to build concrete that survives this climate without failing early. When you call 515-320-8883 , you talk to someone who knows Clive.

Service Areas

Colin Concrete Des Moines installs stamped concrete throughout the greater Des Moines area. For a full list of everything we offer, visit our concrete services page .

Neighbors in West Des Moines , Urbandale , and Windsor Heights are especially close to Clive — we serve those areas regularly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Local Expertise in Clive

Clive sits entirely within Polk County on relatively flat terrain. The soil under many of Clive's residential lots contains a significant clay component — a common characteristic of this part of Iowa. Clay expands when it gets wet and contracts during dry periods. That movement puts upward pressure on concrete slabs from below, especially during wet springs.

Concrete in Clive faces the full force of Central Iowa's climate. Temperatures drop below zero in winter and push past 90 in summer, a swing that stresses every outdoor material. Water that gets into an unsealed slab freezes overnight and expands the crack, then thaws, then freezes again. The cumulative damage over 10 to 15 winters is substantial if the concrete wasn't built and sealed correctly.

Lot sizes in Clive are generally more compact than in the surrounding suburbs, which means drainage needs to be planned carefully. Water that doesn't move away from a slab tends to pool and work its way underneath. We pay close attention to slope and grading on every Clive project to make sure the base stays dry and stable long-term.

Photo 4 — Completed stamped concrete patio Clive Iowa