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About Us

Delve into our storied past, learn about the wide range of services we provide today, and see how you can join our passionate team.

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History

In 2003, Pete and Nancy Burgess founded Tar Heel Basement Systems after an attempt at retirement. In 2017, Tar Heel merged with Groundworks, the nation’s leading and fastest-growing foundation and water management solutions company. Tar Heel is a multi-time winner of the BBB Torch Award for Ethics and the Angi Super Service Award. They are also an accredited business with the BBB. Their reputation and history in the community has led to thousands of satisfied customers and repaired homes.

Banner: "Tar Heel Basement Systems is now Groundworks. New name, same great service.

Awards and Affiliations

Homeowners value our local expertise, unrivaled service, industry-leading repair solutions, and long-lasting warranties. Many of our satisfied customers have left us positive reviews online.

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Services We Provide

Groundworks Winston-Salem is the local expert in North Carolina for essential home repair services, specializing in foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete lifting solutions. We are committed to personalized service and delivering high-quality home repair solutions. Groundworks uses industry-leading products and a team of fully trained and certified technicians to restore the health and stability of your foundation or crawl space, all backed by nationally recognized warranties.

Proudly Serving the Winston-Salem area

Groundworks is your trusted local partner for home restoration and repairs. Our team has lived and worked in North Carolina for many years, so we understand the challenges homeowners like you face.

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Just finished the insulation on my crawl space, look really good thanks Mike Jones, Stephon H. and Cody. Great Job !

Just finished the insulation on my crawl space, look really good thanks Mike Jones, Stephon H. and Cody. Great Job !

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I contacted Tar Heel about a moldy nasty crawl space, Jay Yount came out to inspect and came up with a great plan to fix it. Was very…

I contacted Tar Heel about a moldy nasty crawl space, Jay Yount came out to inspect and came up with a great plan to fix it. Was very knowledgeable and through with the inspection. They were quick to schedule the work. Luke Evans, Julian Bruno, Jonathan Ruiz did exactly what they said they would do, a great job. Everyone was on time and worked very hard. I have no complaints about the whole process, very happy with the price and the results. Would definitely recommend them to anyone.

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Austin & John did an excellent job.

Austin & John did an excellent job.

William Saunders III

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First I met with Jeff about Crawlspace encapsulation. He discovered 2 rotten floor Joice. Replacement of those as well as encapsulation…

First I met with Jeff about Crawlspace encapsulation. He discovered 2 rotten floor Joice. Replacement of those as well as encapsulation was very reasonable. They sent out Andy and Elijah who were very efficient and considerate. The other half of the space was an open basement area. The main front wall was so wet mortar was easing out. Jeff recommended a french drain with a pump. Edward and Jeremy were not only respectful but explained every step . Thank you Tarheel Basement Crew !!

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We would highly recommend Groundworks. Our crawl space was showing signs of deterioration. The insulation was beginning to droop and hold…

We would highly recommend Groundworks. Our crawl space was showing signs of deterioration. The insulation was beginning to droop and hold moisture. We were concerned this would damage our floor joists at some point. We are so thankful for Certified Field Inspector Jay Yount. He spent more than an hour inspecting our crawl space and making recommendations as well as presenting proposals to work with our budget. Jonathan Ruiz, Julian Bruno Bernal and Roy Ruiz were highly qualified and professional on site. They kept us informed throughout the process and delivered high quality results. We are very pleased with the results.

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