Tar Heel Basement Systems

Foundation Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Insulation,

About us

Established in 2003, Tar Heel Basement Systems stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the state of North Carolina, we bring our local expertise closer to you. THBS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At THBS we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

Business highlights

21 years of trusted experience
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Services we offer

Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Crawl Space Jacks, Drainage Matting, Vapor Barriers, Basement Dehumidifiers, Basement & Crawl Space Mold, Foundation Wall Cracks, Sagging or Uneven Floors, Water in Basement or Crawl Space

Services we don't offer

WE DO NOT OFFER: Egress Windows, Concrete Sealing, Radon Mitigation, Basement Refinishing, Concrete Resurfacing, Building New Foundations, Exterior Drainage, Pouring Concrete, Working with Asphalt, Installing Masonry, French Drains, New Construction, Yard Drainage, Generators.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9179 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
88%
4
7%
3
1%
2
2%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.4
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 151-175 of 179 reviews

Jean Euliss
06/2024
5.0
Google Review
Tarheel Basement systems did a wonderful job sealing my basement and installing drainage systems. Ken, Stephen, and Bradford worked tirelessly to make sure the job was done right! They were very polite and knowledgeable.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Melinda H.
02/2016
4.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair, wells
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Water-proofed the crawl space, put a dehumidifier and a sump pump in the crawl space but without an electrician could only run power to one of them. They told me they would have their electrician call but he never did and finally I called him but since the job is so simple to him he does not want to make the long trip to where we are and would charge a higher fee. We are such busy people we have yet to get someone else and I hate having that put on my plate - would have preferred they called their guy as soon as they saw I needed an electrician so it could have been done.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$11,000

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
I want to thank you for letting us know about the confusion with the electrical. Once we received your feedback we sent an electrician out to add the dedicated circuit for your dehumidifier and sump pump. Again, I am so sorry there was miscommunication there, but I am happy that we were able to get it taken care of for you. We are also very happy that you signed up for our 5 year service plan, which will allow us to continue to service and maintain your system, as well as catch any problems before they occur. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any other problems or concerns in the meantime. Again, thank you so much for the feedback and we hope to avoid any similar issues in the future. Best, Team Tar Heel Basements

Linda H.
02/2016
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: From start to finish the Tarheel staff kept me well informed. They responded to questions in a knowledgeable and timely manner. Although I wasn't on site when the work was done, my neighbor checked in for me and said that the |Work was done as contracted and that staff were careful, friendly and hard working.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
We are so pleased to hear that you had a great experience with our company! Communication with our customers is one of the most important aspects of our business so we love hearing the our team hit the mark with that. Thank you for trusting Tar Heel to repair your crawl space and stabilize your foundation walls. We look forward to continuing to service your home for many years!

Diane P.
02/2016
5.0
foundation repair, basement remodeling
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Installed supports along basement wall to prevent bulging. I'm sure it will work, but it's expensive. It's the ONLY solution that I'm aware of that will work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
Thank you for taking the time to give some feedback about your recent foundation repair project. While the cost for repairs may have been a little higher than you were expecting, we are 100% confident that our PowerBrace System is the best product in the industry for bowed and cracked basement walls. Thank you for trusting and choosing Tar Heel Basement Systems to permanently stabilize your home's foundation. We are here if you have any questions or concerns in the future. Welcome to the Tar Heel Family! Best, Team Tar Heel Basement

Jeff T.
01/2016
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
Thank you for taking the time to review our company! We look forward to continuing to service your basement waterproofing system for many years. Best, Team Tar Heel Basement

Amy N.
09/2015
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair, basement remodeling
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They assessed my unfinished basement and tested the walls for moisture. They presented all the different options for getting it dry and thoroughly explained (in layperson terms) exactly how it would work. Very thorough and professional. We ultimately decided not to move forward on the project but if we decide to in the future I would definitely contact Tarheel Basement Systems again.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
Mr. & Mrs. [removed name], Thanks for taking the time to write about your experience with our team. We understand that the project was not something you wanted to move forward with at the time, but we do sincerely believe our system will help the home sell. If the basement moisture issue is something that causes complications in the selling of the property, please do not hesitate to give us a call. We are here to help! We are also very sorry for your loss! Best, Tar Heel Basement Systems Team

Timothy W.
08/2015
4.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$5,000

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
Mr [removed name], Thank you for the feedback. While our PolyLEVEL concrete lifting technique provides an affordable and less destructive alternative than other slab repair options, the amount of foam needed can add up if there are multiple slabs that need to be lifted around the home. It is unfortunate that the cost was higher than you expected, but we do believe we can offer you a permanent solution for your sinking concrete. We do offer financing options or if you'd like to move forward with your project is stages, please do not hesitate to give us a call. We would love to add you to the Tar Heel family. We are always here if you need us! Best, Tar Heel Basement Systems Team

Dori W.
06/2015
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Tar Heel Basement System was a joy to work with. They were so professional and personable. We haven't had any problem with the job, and the humidifier works great. Looks great under our house since we have gotten it encapsulated, and its so cool in the summer. I would pick them for our next house. I highly recommend them.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,600

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
We are so happy to hear that you are still thrilled about your crawl space encapsulation system that we installed close to a year ago. Our systems are permanent solutions to humidity, moisture and mold problems, and truly make homes healthier! We greatly appreciate having such loyal customers, such as you in the Tar Heel family!

Lisa M.
06/2015
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

James K.
06/2015
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Encapsulated crawl space and installed drain with alarm.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,200

Ruby C.
06/2015
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Megan L.
05/2015
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

shari L.
04/2015
4.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair, wells
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They were very professional and installation went well. It was extremely expensive for a modest sized ranch home crawl space (about 1560 square feet), but we felt the investment would be worthwhile in the long run. We were disappointed in a couple very important things post-installation: 1) We were assured that the terrible smell coming from the crawl space into the living areas would go away because the encapsulation and the dehumidifier in the crawl space would dry things out; over a month later, with the dehumidifier going practically non-stop, we still have a bad odor coming from the crawl space. 2) We went away for a couple days and came back to the sound of an alarm coming from the crawl space. We called and someone came out within a couple hours. It turned out that the alarm was coming from the sump pump they installed, which detected water that wasn't being pumped out. The repairman said that the sump pump hadn't been operating because the plug hadn't been plugged into the socket all the way. The alarm did its job, but there was no way to shut off the alarm until the repairman arrived without going into the crawl space and crawling across the entire length of the house to the reach the sump pump. We were then told that for an additional $175 we could have a shut-off switch installed in the living area upstairs that would allow us to shut off the alarm and not have to listen to it while waiting for a repairman. Considering the likelihood of this happening and the enormous cost of the whole job, why wouldn't that have been brought up in the beginning and included as part of the package?

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$11,000

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
I want to to start by apologizing for any inconveniences we have caused after the installation of our crawl space system. I read the review you posted about your experience with our company and immediately passed the information along to our management team. We strive to provide our customers with exceptional service so I was disheartened to hear that you were less than satisfied by our company and our work. I want you to know we are going to do everything in our power to rectify this situation. I believe our Director of Field Operations, Anthony, has already spoken to Tom about the concerns and waiting to hear back once a relative of yours examines the crawl space. After speaking with our Owner, Pete, he would like to credit you back the $175 for the Water Watch Alarm. That is definitely something that should have been mentioned and offered to you pre-installation and we are very sorry that there was a breakdown in that communication. Additionally, we'd like to send Anthony back out to your home to personally inspect the system. Would that be okay? Please let me know if there is a day next week that would work best for him to come out. On behalf of the Tar Heel Team, I would like to, again, apologize for any inconveniences we may have caused. We know that our systems are a great benefit to a home and we want you to feel the same way! We will get this issue taken care of for you and hope that you both understand that "WOW" service is something we stand by. We value you as a customer! I look forward to hearing back from you. Best, Jackie Director of Marketing & Recruiting

Diana E.
04/2015
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Put in 4 piers, lifted foundation as much as they could, filled in the ditch and graded the soil around the foundation. Swept up and picked up debris on walkways and driveway. Very attentive to detail, courteous and professional.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
[Member information removed], Thank you for your feedback about our company. We are happy to hear that you were pleased with the work performed in your home and our team members that you dealt with throughout the process. We greatly appreciate your business and welcome you to the Tar Heel Basement Systems Family! Please do not hesitate to contact us for anything in the future. Best, Team Tar Heel Basement Systems

dana B.
04/2015
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Star W.
03/2015
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair, insulation, wells
  + 2 more
.
Description of Work: Installed sump pump, dehumidifier, clean space light, drainage matting, sealed vents, silver glow insulation and other items in my under the house crawl space. Job went great, team was very professional. Under the house crawl space is prefect.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$13,000

Greg S.
12/2014
5.0
foundation repair, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
.
Description of Work: Full basement drain.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000

Jodie S.
10/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Sealed downstairs to prevent future flooding and cleaned all evidence of mold and mildew. Went well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Frank M.
08/2014
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Good job with the installation. Very experienced and professional.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Nancy S.
08/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
See above.
Description of Work: This is revised review following contact with the vendor. Originally, we called Tar Heel Basement on August 9, 2014 because of a water leak in our basement, and left a message with our phone number. We never heard back from them, so my review reflected this. However, about 2 weeks later, the vendor called to apologize profusely and to tell us that they never received our message. The rep assured us that this episode was a misunderstanding, and if they had gotten our message, someone would have called back promptly and come to our house that day. She said that Tar Heel Basement prides itself on its high standards and excellent work. There was no reason to doubt her sincerity, and because this vendor receives such incredibly high grades from others on Angie's List, I am revising my review. Moreover, if we ever experience another basement leak in the future, we'll definitely use this vendor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
[member name removed], I can not express how sorry we are that we have not been able to speak with you about your basement problems. I can honestly say that we have not received any of your voicemails in regards to your problems. I have asked both of our call center reps and they have no recollection of these voice messages either. Do you know what phone number you called? I am so sorry for any inconvenience this has caused you, but we would love to get out there TODAY to help you! If you send me over your contact information I can get one of our waterproofing specialists out there. I can assure you we are the right company to solve your basement water issues. Please give us another chance to prove that. Best, Jackie Hoffman Director of Marketing Tar Heel Basement Systems

John A.
06/2014
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
We appreciate you taking the time to give some feedback on your experience with our company. We hope that you decide to move forward with our basement waterproofing system in the future. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns. We are always here to help! Best, Team Tar Heel

karen D.
06/2014
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: It is still in the works, but I am very pleased so far with their solution to my problem.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$282

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
Thank you for taking the time to write a review about our company. We find customer feedback is the best way for us to improve as a business. We are also thrilled to hear that you are happy with the work performed thus far. We look forward to working with you again in the future. Best, Team Tar Heel

Richard L.
06/2014
5.0
.
Description of Work: Prompt service, professional presentation.Arrived when scheduled. Only thing they did not do is a follow up call after installation to confirm the system was operating as it was supposed to. This was a radon system and the results were immediate, falling from a reading of 9 to less than 1.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100

Response from Tar Heel Basement Systems
We are very pleased to hear that the radon mitigation system we installed is working and keeping you and your family safe from harmful radon gas. We appreciate your kind remarks and are here whenever you need us. Best, Tar Heel Basement Systems Team

Jerry T.
04/2014
5.0
air duct cleaning, foundation repair, insulation
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Six supports to hold basement wall together...to keep from collapsing. Also put two poles in cement to hold the major beam of the house. To fix the supports for the wall....a trench was dug about fifteen feet from the wall...and metal poles were dug through the ground...so that plates were put at the end of each pole...one on the basement wall...and one on the trench wall....then tightened so that the wall was pulled back in line....

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

Betty C.
03/2013
5.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
See above
Description of Work: This companies specialty is dry basements. We have had problems in heavy rains with the basement flooding for many years. I contacted this company on their website and received a phone call almost immediately. They set up an appointment to come out and give us an estimate. Prior to that appointment they sent us a booklet on what they offer and pictures of all their personnel,told you who would be coming and their experience. They entire experience was professional and polite . They offer a plan of your basement and exactly what you are wanting to accomplish. We decided we only wanted the drains and sump pump systems and the design specialist helped us with what we wanted and could afford. Since we do not have a living space basement we went with just the basics. They scheduled our service and actually called to see if they could come a week earlier which was great. They let us know it would take 3 to 4 days to complete, that there would be lots of dust and noise due to the fact they have to make a trench all away around the basement thru the concrete. Of course there was lots of noise until the trenching was finished. They worked from morning to late in day only taking a break for lunch. They were professional and polite and answered all questions. They cleaned up all debri everyday before leaving. The job was completed in the time stated. This company is excellent and they guarantee satisfaction. We are very pleased with this company and would highly recommend them for getting the water out of your basement! We have had rain since and not one drop of water on the floor!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,216


Service hours

Sunday:
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

No License Required for Trade

Trade License Locale
NC

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Foundation Repair,
Basement Waterproofing,
Insulation,
Wells and Pumps,
Concrete Leveling,
Basement Remodeling,
Home Warranties,
Chimney Repair,
Structural Engineering,
Water & Smoke Damage

FAQ

Tar Heel Basement Systems is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Monday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Tar Heel Basement Systems accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Tar Heel Basement Systems offers free project estimates.
Yes, Tar Heel Basement Systems offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Tar Heel Basement Systems does not offer a senior discount.
No, Tar Heel Basement Systems does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Tar Heel Basement Systems offers warranties.
Tar Heel Basement Systems offers the following services: Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Crawl Space Jacks, Drainage Matting, Vapor Barriers, Basement Dehumidifiers, Basement & Crawl Space Mold, Foundation Wall Cracks, Sagging or Uneven Floors, Water in Basement or Crawl Space
WE DO NOT OFFER: Egress Windows, Concrete Sealing, Radon Mitigation, Basement Refinishing, Concrete Resurfacing, Building New Foundations, Exterior Drainage, Pouring Concrete, Working with Asphalt, Installing Masonry, French Drains, New Construction, Yard Drainage, Generators.

Service hours

Sunday:
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM