Gleave Construction: Professional Stamped Concrete, Resurfacing, and Specialty Concrete for Northeast Indiana

Serving Fort Wayne, Huntertown, Auburn, Leo-Cedarville, and surrounding Allen County communities since 1970.

Gleave Construction offers high-performance decorative concrete solutions engineered for Fort Wayne’s freeze-thaw climate. We provide stamped concrete, concrete resurfacing, ADA-compliant handrails, and concrete steps—all built to last. With 50+ years of local expertise, licensed and insured operations, and owner-on-site oversight, we deliver superior results backed by a lifetime material warranty. Transform your property with durable, code-compliant concrete from the trusted Fort Wayne contractor.

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  • Family-Owned Since 1970

  • Licensed & Insured—Indiana CCB

  • 10+ Years Experience: Every Foreman on Every Job

Fort Wayne’s Freeze-Thaw Cycles Will Tell You Which Concrete Service You Need

Allen County averages 18 to 22 freeze-thaw cycles per year. Each one puts stress on concrete surfaces. What that stress does depends on what you already have.

If your concrete slab is still strong but the top part is looking rough (faded, chipped, or cracked), resurfacing is a cheaper fix than replacing it. If you want to add texture, pattern, or color to a new pour or an existing surface, stamped concrete is the way to go. If you have a set of entry steps or a ramp that crumbles every spring, that is a new installation job. And if you are adding steps or a ramp to a commercial property in Fort Wayne, Allen County code requires a compliant handrail system.

None of these services is interchangeable. Picking the right concrete service boils down to your slab’s condition, your goals, and your property type. Gleave Construction helps you sort that out before any work is scoped.

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Four Decorative and Specialty Concrete Services. One Crew. One Standard

Every home has different needs. Below are the fence styles we install for homeowners in the Fort Wayne area. Each option includes professional guidance, quality materials, and installation from experienced crews.

Stamped Concrete

Stamped concrete gives patios, pool decks, driveways, and walkways the look of natural stone, slate, or brick. We pour, texture, and color on-site, and every installation is engineered for Allen County’s temperature swings.

  •   Patio and pool deck stamping
  •   Driveway texture and color
  •   Walkways and entry approaches
  •   Custom patterns and color blends

Concrete Resurfacing

If your existing slab is structurally sound, resurfacing is faster and more cost-effective than a full tear-out. We apply a durable overlay that bonds to the existing surface and restores it to like-new condition.

  •   Garage floors and driveways
  •   Patios and pool decks
  •   Surface scaling and spalling repair
  •   Color and texture options

ADA Handrails and Safety Rails

Handrails on commercial and public properties in Fort Wayne are not optional. We install concrete-anchored rail systems that meet ADA requirements and withstand daily use in Northeast Indiana’s weather.

  •   ADA-compliant commercial ramp and stair rails
  •   Residential safety rails for steps and porches
  •   Steel, powder-coated, and galvanized options
  •   Anchored in concrete per Fort Wayne building code

 

Concrete Steps and Stair Installation

Properly formed entry steps hold up through freeze-thaw cycles when they are poured correctly. We form, pour, and finish concrete steps for homes, porches, commercial entries, and loading areas.

  •   Residential front and back entry steps
  •   Commercial entry stairs and loading dock steps
  •   Porch and landing replacement
  •   Custom tread width and riser height

Serving Fort Wayne and Northeast Indiana for Over 50 Years

We complete decorative and specialty concrete projects across Fort Wayne and the surrounding communities. Our crews work in:

Allen County

DeKalb & Whitley

Wells & Adams

Fort Wayne, Huntertown, Leo-Cedarville, New Haven, Woodburn, Monroeville

Auburn, Garrett, Columbia City, Churubusco, Kendallville

Bluffton, Decatur, Berne, Monroe

Not sure if we cover your area? Call (260) 744-2757. We will tell you directly.

Decorative Concrete We Have Built Across Northeast Indiana

Each project below was completed by our crew in Allen County and the surrounding communities. Project photos are labeled by neighborhood or city.

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Professional Concrete Works in Fort Wayne

A Fort Wayne Concrete Crew With 50 Years of Local History

Gleave Construction, a family-owned business, was established in Fort Wayne in 1970 by Terry and Karen Gleave. Today, it is managed by their children, Wendy, Adam, and Seth. Over the decades, we have completed concrete and structural work on well-known projects in Fort Wayne and Allen County, including:

  •   Electric Works
  •   Humane Fort Wayne
  •   Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo
  •   Fort Wayne Community Schools
  •   Steel Dynamics
  •   Dreyer’s Ice Cream
  •   Fort Wayne Trails

These are not stock photos on our website. They are places that people in this community recognize. When you hire Gleave, you are hiring a team that has worked on some of the city’s most visible sites.

Fort Wayne Concrete Codes: What Applies to Decorative and Specialty Work

Most decorative concrete work in Fort Wayne does not require a permit. But there are exceptions, and getting it wrong costs time and money.

When a Building Permit Is Required

  •   Structural concrete: footings, foundations, and slabs that bear load
  •   ADA-compliant ramps and handrail systems on commercial or public properties
  •   Concrete steps attached to a structure (some municipalities require this)
  •   Any work that changes stormwater drainage on the property

When a Permit Is Typically Not Required

  •   Stamped concrete overlays on existing surfaces
  •   Decorative resurfacing that does not alter the structural slab
  •   Freestanding steps not attached to a building foundation

Allen County follows Indiana’s residential building code with local amendments. If your project is in an HOA (common in new developments in 46814, 46845, and 46818), your HOA may have additional requirements on surface finishes and colors. We check this during our estimate.

Fort Wayne also enforces setback and easement rules near alleys, sidewalks, and property lines. Steps and slabs that extend into easements are flagged during city inspections. We know where the lines are.

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Concrete Work in Auburn Indiana

Our 3-Step Decorative Concrete Installation Process

We keep things simple, transparent, and efficient—so you always know what’s happening and what to expect.

Step 1

On-Site Estimate and Surface Evaluation

We visit the property, assess the existing slab or site conditions, and confirm the scope. For resurfacing, we check the structural integrity of the existing slab. For stamped pours, we evaluate drainage and soil conditions. We give you a written quote before anything is scheduled.

Step 2

Material Selection and Permit Verification

You choose your texture, pattern, and color from samples. For projects that require a permit in Fort Wayne or Allen County, we handle the application. We use materials from trusted suppliers. Not box stores. The difference shows in how the surface holds up after the second or third freeze-thaw season.

Step 3

Installation, Cleanup, and Walkthrough

Our crew forms, pours, and finishes on schedule. We do a walkthrough with you before we leave. You get care instructions for the curing period. Your 1-year workmanship warranty begins at project completion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Stamped concrete is a fresh pour that gets texture and color pressed into it while wet. Resurfacing is an overlay applied to an existing slab. If your slab is in good shape, resurfacing is faster and cheaper. If you are starting fresh or want deeper patterns, stamped concrete is the right call.

With proper installation and sealing, stamped concrete lasts 25 years or more. Resurfacing typically adds 8 to 15 years to an existing slab. Allen County’s freeze-thaw cycles are the main factor. Base preparation, drainage, and the sealer you use matter more than the brand of concrete.

Usually no. Decorative overlays and patios that do not change the structure or drainage of your property do not require a permit in most Fort Wayne zoning districts. If your project is close to a property line or in an easement, we check the setback rules during the estimate.

ADA requirements apply to commercial and public properties. For residential properties in Fort Wayne, the local building code governs handrail specs. If you are adding steps that rise more than 30 inches, a rail is required by the Indiana residential code. We cover this in every estimate.

The test is structural integrity. If the slab is cracked all the way through, heaving, or sinking unevenly, resurfacing will not fix it. Surface scaling, light cracking, and fading are all resurfacing candidates. We evaluate the slab at the estimate and give you a straight answer.

A stamped patio typically takes 1 to 2 days to pour and finish, plus a curing period of 24 to 72 hours before foot traffic. Resurfacing is similar. Entry steps take 1 day for most residential jobs. Handrail installation varies by scope. We give you a firm timeline in the written quote.

Get a Free Estimate on Your Concrete Project

Tell us what you have and what you want. We will come out, evaluate the site, and give you a written quote. No ballparks.

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