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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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Jeremy and Isaac did an awesome job!! He throughly explained the process. Thank you.

Jeremy and Isaac did an awesome job!! He throughly explained the process. Thank you.

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I liked that Zackery explained what and how they were doing the vents. The job looks great. Nice job!

I liked that Zackery explained what and how they were doing the vents. The job looks great. Nice job!

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Very professional and courteous experience with Tar Heel Basement System. Ken, Stephen & Michael T did a great job! Thank you guy’s so much!

Very professional and courteous experience with Tar Heel Basement System. Ken, Stephen & Michael T did a great job! Thank you guy’s so much!

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I talked with 3 companies regarding a moisture/mold problem in my basement and was most impressed with Tar Heel Basements. The initial…

I talked with 3 companies regarding a moisture/mold problem in my basement and was most impressed with Tar Heel Basements. The initial inspector was thorough and knowledgeable, spending more time checking my foundation both inside and out than Tar Heel's competitors. He answered a lot of questions and assisted with the interest free financing. It was an expensive repair that I was very stressed about, but Tar Heel made it as easy as possible. Once the scheduled week arrived, the technicians provided advanced notice of arrival each day, and showed up on time or early. They kept me informed throughout the process and answered numerous questions. They hung plastic to protect my belongings from the dust and advised regarding their findings (such as termites) as they removed walls and insulation. They coordinated with the electricians for installing power to the sump pump and made sure they cleaned up. Tar Heel kept everything clean and even mopped my floor once the work was completed. I'm very appreciative of Nathan Griffin, Zac Mathis, and James Passmore for their hard work, and the care and consideration they provided while working in my home.

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Tar Heel Basement did a great job in encapsulating the crawlspace of our Education Building at our church. Luke G. enlightened us with a…

Tar Heel Basement did a great job in encapsulating the crawlspace of our Education Building at our church. Luke G. enlightened us with a good explanation of mitigation for our moisture and drainage issues. Charles and DJ who performed the work were knowledgeable, courteous and optimistic about the good job they would do. They were there when they said they would be and finished the job when they said they would. Very happy with the fine, quality work! Installation of Sump Pump and Dehumidifier all went well.

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