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Peru Concrete handles driveways, patios, foundations, and everything in between. Local crew, honest quotes, and work that holds up through every Indiana winter.
Peru Concrete handles driveways, patios, foundations, and everything in between. Local crew, honest quotes, and work that holds up through every Indiana winter.
Peru Concrete is a full-service concrete contractor based in Peru, IN, offering 16 services to homeowners and businesses across north-central Indiana. Whether your driveway has cracked through one too many winters, your backyard needs a real outdoor surface, or you are starting a new build from the foundation up, we have the crew and the experience to get it done right. We serve 12 communities throughout the region.
Cracked or uneven driveway? A new concrete driveway handles heavy traffic and Indiana winters for decades.
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No outdoor living space? A poured concrete patio gives you a clean, level surface ready for summer use.
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Want stone or brick looks without shifting pavers? Stamped concrete delivers the style in one solid surface.
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Heaved, cracked walkway? A new concrete sidewalk improves safety and curb appeal from day one.
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Dusty, pitted garage floor? A proper concrete pour gives you a clean, durable surface that lasts.
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Plain gray not cutting it? Decorative concrete adds color and texture to driveways, patios, and floors.
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Soil eroding on a slope? A concrete retaining wall holds your yard in place and looks great doing it.
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Basement or shop floor failing? A new concrete floor installation gives you a flat, strong surface built to last.
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Old pool deck cracking or slippery? A new concrete pool deck is safe, slip-resistant, and easy to maintain.
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Crumbling front steps? New concrete steps improve safety, curb appeal, and the first impression your home makes.
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Building a new structure? A properly poured slab foundation starts your project on solid, stable ground.
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Foundation failing or settling? Expert installation puts your home back on a stable, engineered footing.
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Pothole-filled parking lot? A new concrete surface handles heavy traffic and holds up through Indiana winters.
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Building a wall, deck, or addition? Properly formed and poured footings carry the load safely for decades.
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Foundation settled or sinking? Foundation raising levels the structure and addresses the underlying soil issue.
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Need utility access or a clean expansion joint? Precise concrete cutting minimizes disruption and cleanup.
Learn MoreTell us about your project - the size, what is there now, and what you are hoping to accomplish. We respond within 1 business day to schedule a free on-site visit at a time that works for you. No automated phone trees, no waiting around.
We come to your property, measure the job, check the soil and drainage conditions, and walk through your options. You get a written estimate that covers everything - base prep, materials, demolition if needed, and the finish. No surprises, no hidden costs added later.
Our crew handles permits, scheduling, and the work itself. When the job is done, we walk the finished surface with you before we leave. You know exactly what was built, how to care for it, and when to seal it. We do not disappear after the pour.
We carry general liability and workers' compensation coverage on every project. Indiana contractor licensing is verifiable through the state at in.gov/pla. Ask for proof before we start - we provide it without hesitation.
We live and work in the same community. We know the Wabash River valley soils, the freeze-thaw cycles, and what it takes to build concrete that survives north-central Indiana winters. This is not a regional franchise - it is a local crew.
We come to your property, measure the job, and give you a written estimate that covers everything before you commit to anything. No phone-only quotes, no vague pricing ranges - you get a real number for your specific project.
If there is a workmanship issue with a job we completed, we come back and make it right. We put the full scope, materials, and expectations in writing before any pour starts so there are no misunderstandings after.
Ready to get started? Call (765) 919-8766 or send us a message.
"We had a two-car driveway poured in September and they were done in one day. The base prep was thorough - they actually explained why they were grading it a certain way for drainage. First winter with no cracks. Very happy with how it turned out."
Mike T., Peru - Concrete driveway building
"We wanted a stamped patio that looked like flagstone. They brought samples, walked us through the color options, and matched exactly what we were picturing. It held up through its first Indiana winter without any flaking or color fade. We use it way more than we expected."
Sandra R., Kokomo - Stamped concrete services
"Our front sidewalk had been cracked and uneven for years - it was a real trip hazard. They removed the old sections, prepped the base properly, and poured a clean new walk. The whole job took a day and they cleaned up everything before they left. Looks like a different house from the street."
Tom W., Logansport - Concrete sidewalk building
We respond within 1 business day - no automated systems, just a real call from our office to schedule your free on-site estimate. There is no obligation to move forward. After you submit, someone from our team will reach out to schedule a convenient time to visit your property, measure the project, and give you a written quote that covers everything.
(765) 919-8766Peru Concrete serves 12 cities and communities across north-central Indiana, including Kokomo, Logansport, Wabash, and Marion. We cover the full region from our base in Peru, IN, and can typically schedule same-week visits for most areas within our service boundary.
Concrete resists rutting in summer heat and does not need resurfacing the way asphalt does after repeated freeze-thaw cycles. In north-central Indiana, properly installed concrete typically outlasts asphalt by a decade or more with less ongoing maintenance.
A well-compacted gravel base is the part of a concrete job you never see - but it is what keeps the slab from cracking and sinking. A contractor who cannot explain their base prep approach is the biggest red flag in any concrete bid.
The Wabash River valley has clay-heavy soils that expand when wet and shrink when dry, constantly stressing concrete from below. Accounting for soil conditions during base prep is what separates a 30-year slab from one that starts shifting in year three.
Control joints are shallow cuts made into fresh concrete at planned intervals. They give the slab a place to flex slightly without random cracking across the surface. A contractor who skips them or spaces them too far apart is leaving your slab to crack on its own terms.
Late May through October is the practical window for concrete work in Indiana. Concrete poured in near-freezing temperatures will not cure correctly, and extreme heat can cause surface cracking too. Booking in early spring for a late spring pour gives you the best conditions and the most contractor availability.
The American Society of Concrete Contractors recommends checking for proof of insurance, verifiable licensing, and written estimates that specify base preparation - not just the pour. Ask for local references you can actually visit.
Peru Concrete is a licensed and insured concrete contractor company based in Peru, IN, serving 12 communities across north-central Indiana since 2020. We hold contractor licensing through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency, verifiable at the state level. Since opening, we have completed concrete work across all 16 service categories, from residential driveways and patios to commercial parking lots and foundation systems. Learn more about our team and how we work.
Wait until the concrete has fully cured - about 30 days after the pour. Sealing too early traps moisture and can cause surface problems. In Indiana, where road salt and freeze-thaw cycles are constant, sealing every few years is not optional - it is what keeps the surface intact.
Surface-level cracks in otherwise solid concrete can sometimes be filled and sealed as a temporary measure. But if the base has failed - shown by sinking, heaving, or wide structural cracks - patching is a short-term fix that will not hold through another Indiana winter. Replacement with proper base prep is usually the better investment.
In Indiana, permit requirements are set at the local level. Work involving a driveway connection to a public street often requires a permit from the city or county. The Indiana Professional Licensing Agency can help you understand contractor requirements. Your contractor should handle the permit process and confirm status before any work begins.
Have questions about your specific project? Call us at (765) 919-8766 and we will walk you through what your job actually needs before you commit to anything.
Peru is the county seat of Miami County in north-central Indiana, situated along the Wabash River roughly 73 miles north of Indianapolis. With a population of around 11,000, it is the largest community in the county and the hub for services across the region. Most of the housing stock was built between the early 1900s and the 1970s - which means a lot of driveways, sidewalks, and patios that are well overdue for replacement.
The city is defined by its position in the Wabash River valley, which brings clay-heavy soils and low-lying areas that drain slowly after heavy spring rains. Properties near the river and its tributaries - including the Mississinewa, which joins the Wabash nearby - deal with soft ground, frost heave, and the kind of soil movement that cracks concrete slabs if the base is not built correctly. Peru is also known nationally as the Circus Capital of the World, home to the International Circus Hall of Fame and the birthplace of Cole Porter. The city takes its character seriously, and homeowners here tend to take care of their properties.
The climate in north-central Indiana brings hard winters with ground freezing solid for weeks, followed by spring thaw cycles that are the leading cause of driveway and sidewalk damage in this part of the state. Every spring, homeowners across Peru find new cracks and heaved sections from the repeated freeze-thaw cycle. We are based here, we know these conditions, and every job we pour is built to handle them.
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Call Peru Concrete today for a free on-site estimate - we cover all of north-central Indiana and respond within 1 business day.