Business Details
17 Years
experience
Expert Concrete Contractors in Buffalo, NY
Real Help Concrete is a third-generation concrete construction company established in 2009, originally founded as a landscape business before transitioning to specialize in decorative concrete services. With over 13 years of hands-on experience, our team has completed more than 1,500 residential and commercial projects across Western New York. We pride ourselves on combining technical expertise with artistic design, offering stamped concrete, exposed aggregate finishes, and custom color solutions that enhance property aesthetics.Recognized by the American Concrete Institute with the Best in Decorative Concrete Award, we maintain rigorous quality standards through on-site owner supervision and use of premium materials. Our streamlined processfrom free estimates to project completionensures transparency and client satisfaction at every stage.
Services
Decorative Concrete
Concrete Driveways
Concrete Patios
Pool Decks
Exposed Aggregate
Stamped Concrete
Concrete Repair
Concrete Sealing
Concrete Recoloring
Concrete Walkways
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- 13+ years of specialized decorative concrete experience
- Award-winning craftsmanship recognized by industry experts
- Owners personally supervise every project onsite
- Comprehensive service from design to final installation
- Proven track record of 1,500+ successful projects
Associations and certifications
- American Concrete Institute
What people say
Award-winning craftsmanship
Professional team
Durable results
Excellent communication
Creative solutions
Services
Decorative Concrete
Transform ordinary concrete into artistic surfaces with our decorative solutions. We specialize in stamped patterns, acid staining, and color integration techniques that mimic natural stone or brick while maintaining concrete's durability. Our experts help clients select finishes that complement architectural styles and withstand Buffalo's climate conditions, ensuring lasting beauty and functionality for driveways, patios, and walkways.
Concrete Driveways
Create lasting first impressions with professionally installed concrete driveways. We use reinforced concrete mixtures engineered for freeze-thaw resistance, combined with decorative borders and textured finishes that enhance traction. Our process includes proper grading, wire mesh reinforcement, and protective sealants to prevent cracking and staining while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Stamped Concrete
Achieve high-end aesthetics at lower costs with our stamped concrete services. We imprint fresh concrete with realistic stone, brick, or wood patterns before applying integral colors and release agents. This technique creates durable, low-maintenance surfaces for patios, pool decks, and walkways that mimic natural materials without their maintenance requirements.
Exposed Aggregate
Reveal natural beauty through exposed aggregate concrete finishes. We carefully wash away surface cement paste to showcase decorative stones, pebbles, or shells embedded in the mix. This slip-resistant finish works well for pool surrounds and outdoor living areas, combining visual interest with practical durability for Buffalo's seasonal weather.
Concrete Repair
Restore damaged concrete surfaces to like-new condition with our repair services. We address cracks, spalling, and discoloration using color-matching techniques and structural reinforcement. Our process includes sealant removal, surface preparation, and protective coatings that extend service life while maintaining aesthetic consistency with surrounding areas.
People
Joshua Broad
Co-Owner
Third-generation concrete professional with 13+ years of industry experience, specializing in decorative applications and project management. Focuses on quality control and client education.
Jonathan Herod
Co-Owner
Concrete industry expert with extensive knowledge in decorative techniques and business operations. Oversees technical execution and team training programs.
Questions
What decorative concrete services do you offer?
We specialize in stamped concrete, exposed aggregate finishes, color integration, and concrete resurfacing for driveways, patios, pool decks, and walkways.
How long does a concrete project take?
Most residential projects complete within 3-5 days after preparation, with larger commercial jobs scheduled based on scope and weather conditions.
Do you provide free estimates?
Yes, we offer complimentary on-site consultations and detailed written estimates with transparent pricing and project timelines.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Western New York, including Buffalo, Amherst, Clarence, Hamburg, and surrounding communities.
How do you ensure quality work?
Our owners supervise every project, using premium materials, wire mesh reinforcement, and protective sealants for lasting results.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, we're fully licensed, insured, and recognized by the American Concrete Institute for our industry excellence.
Reviews (6)
Katelyn Alyce
Jul 31, 2021
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We had a large stamped concrete patio with sidewalks around our home and to our front step added by real help. We had several companies out for estimates and chose real help due to their responsiveness, pricing, and professionalism. They did work on my father and brothers homes as well and we were impressed with their work on each job. Would recommend!!
Michael Putnam
Jul 31, 2021
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Josh and his crew are hardworking, respectful, and easy to work with. They answered my many questions thoroughly and professionally. It's evident that they're experts in their field. Overall, they did a great job antiquing and resealing my patio. It looks better than new! Thank you! We look forward to working with Josh and his team in the future.
Joe Neiman
Jul 13, 2021
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Real Help is a first class operation. Their follow up and customer service was excellent and their quality of work and commitment to an excellent final product was top notch. They performed a massive project for us including new sidewalk, a 4 bay 1200sq ft garage floor, two stamped concrete patios, and a pool installation. They coordinated with the pool contractors and our general contractor who was building the garage and covered patio area. There were a lot of moving pieces to coordinating this project, as well as different concrete solutions. We had stained and sealed stamped concrete on the
Tricia Elvers
Apr 25, 2021
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We highly recommend Josh and Real Help!! They were wonderful to work with and really helped us with custom design ideas for our two-tier patio and pool deck. Josh was creative fitting a fire pit in for us and they accommodated several other ideas we had too. It all just came together far better than we ever expected. They even meshed like clockwork with the pool company and landscape company - no down time! They gave us a schedule and things happened as promised despite some weather challenges (that's rare these days). Very professional from start to finish, friendly crew, and patient with us while
Marybeth Bauer
Dec 14, 2020
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My husband and I made a great choice in selecting Real Help Decorative Concrete for our Firepit area. From our first contact, they were so professional, made great suggestions to help us select a design to tie in our existing patio with our pool area. Everyone associated with Real Help from digging, to installing the concrete, to final cleanup did a great job, they did everything they promised, were on time and when they were done we didn't have to do anything but enjoy our new seating area! I would highly recommend Real Help Concrete anyone!
Susan Gilbert
Sep 23, 2017
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Josh and the Real Help team did a great job installing our new patio which replaced a 30 year old wooden deck. We love it and we should have had this done years ago. The young lady that answers their phone was always very professional, helpful and upbeat! I know we had requested the installation by a specific date since we were having a summer party. I have to commend Josh and his team, they came through for us! I'm not sure any other company would have done that!!! Our project was very small compared to some of the projects that ther company has completed and I've seen posted on Facebook. However
