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Tar Heel Basement Systems

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Tar Heel Basement Systems

4.73(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
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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!

"Felt rushed to approve the work and pay the balance. Discovered multiple issues later. Just inside the door there's a rock they missed, so now it's under the plastic, which will sooner or later puncture through. I asked for a better door than the one the first installed, but the second was also poorly made and didn't come close to sealing. Called/talked to someone about the issues, but afterward they stopped returning my calls. They also left lots of debris on the ground. The inspection didn't pass for multiple reasons. Waiting for them to come back and address the issues the inspector found. Update: THBS did follow up and fix the issues. They constructed a new crawlspace door that seals, which was the biggest issue. They took out the problematic rock. The inspection passed."

Doug I on May 2025

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!

"Felt rushed to approve the work and pay the balance. Discovered multiple issues later. Just inside the door there's a rock they missed, so now it's under the plastic, which will sooner or later puncture through. I asked for a better door than the one the first installed, but the second was also poorly made and didn't come close to sealing. Called/talked to someone about the issues, but afterward they stopped returning my calls. They also left lots of debris on the ground. The inspection didn't pass for multiple reasons. Waiting for them to come back and address the issues the inspector found. Update: THBS did follow up and fix the issues. They constructed a new crawlspace door that seals, which was the biggest issue. They took out the problematic rock. The inspection passed."

Doug I on May 2025


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DIY Retaining Wall LLC

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DIY Retaining Wall LLC

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3 years of experience

Here at DIY Retaining Wall®, we bring your retaining wall project to fruition. Whether you need guidance on how to build a retaining wall yourself, want to know how much it will cost, or need to hire an engineer we have you covered. We offer engineered drawings in Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.

Here at DIY Retaining Wall®, we bring your retaining wall project to fruition. Whether you need guidance on how to build a retaining wall yourself, want to know how much it will cost, or need to hire an engineer we have you covered. We offer engineered drawings in Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.


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Matrix Technology Services

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Matrix Technology Services

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12 years of experience

Matrix Technology Services is an Oklahoma grown company founded and operated by a born and raised Oklahoma Veteran. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction will not be matched. With over 20 years of experience in electronics and low voltage wiring, we bring a unique combination of abilities and qualifications. We are a Bicsi Certified company. Knowledge and education are an integral part of our operation and philosophy. We seek to provide only the most qualified ICT cabling professionals in the industry. Contact us today to see how we can improve your ICT experience.

Matrix Technology Services is an Oklahoma grown company founded and operated by a born and raised Oklahoma Veteran. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction will not be matched. With over 20 years of experience in electronics and low voltage wiring, we bring a unique combination of abilities and qualifications. We are a Bicsi Certified company. Knowledge and education are an integral part of our operation and philosophy. We seek to provide only the most qualified ICT cabling professionals in the industry. Contact us today to see how we can improve your ICT experience.




Kitty Hawk Engineering

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Kitty Hawk Engineering

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17 years of experience

Kitty Hawk Engineering provides Structural and Civil professional engineering and LEED AP BD&C services to clients regardless of location. While their physical headquarters is in Kitty Hawk, NC, birthplace of flight, modern technology has made the world a much smaller place and has provided engineers the opportunity to serve clients regardless of their physical location. Kitty Hawk Engineering has experienced engineer(s) who have performed work on three continents and seven countries including the United States, Panama, Japan, Jordan, and Trinidad & Tobago. Building codes in most countries throughout the world tend to be less conservative than building codes in the US. As a result, designs conforming to US building codes are typically as robust or more than designs conforming to building codes in countries other than the US.

Kitty Hawk Engineering provides Structural and Civil professional engineering and LEED AP BD&C services to clients regardless of location. While their physical headquarters is in Kitty Hawk, NC, birthplace of flight, modern technology has made the world a much smaller place and has provided engineers the opportunity to serve clients regardless of their physical location. Kitty Hawk Engineering has experienced engineer(s) who have performed work on three continents and seven countries including the United States, Panama, Japan, Jordan, and Trinidad & Tobago. Building codes in most countries throughout the world tend to be less conservative than building codes in the US. As a result, designs conforming to US building codes are typically as robust or more than designs conforming to building codes in countries other than the US.



Total Construction by Dale Lands LLC..

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Total Construction by Dale Lands LLC..

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37 years of experience

We are a full service General Contractor but we also offer many small services to help you with any needs. We do all kinds of new construction from residential to commercial and also offer many maintenance choices from your yard to your roof.

"Communication was great. The house is tall and on a hill. We talked to 3 different companies about doing the work. One company chose not to do it because the house is tall and sits on a hill. Of the other two companies, Total Construction had the best estimate and the people were so nice. I'm so glad they came out to do the work. Each day they cleaned up behind themselves and made it easy for my family to live in the home even though the work was being done. Everything looks so nice now. I know some of my neighbors will be using this company now because they loved watching the work & the outcome!! Great Company!!! Highly recommended!!"

Melynda S on March 2022

We are a full service General Contractor but we also offer many small services to help you with any needs. We do all kinds of new construction from residential to commercial and also offer many maintenance choices from your yard to your roof.

"Communication was great. The house is tall and on a hill. We talked to 3 different companies about doing the work. One company chose not to do it because the house is tall and sits on a hill. Of the other two companies, Total Construction had the best estimate and the people were so nice. I'm so glad they came out to do the work. Each day they cleaned up behind themselves and made it easy for my family to live in the home even though the work was being done. Everything looks so nice now. I know some of my neighbors will be using this company now because they loved watching the work & the outcome!! Great Company!!! Highly recommended!!"

Melynda S on March 2022


Fabrication and sales of, above ground, solid steel, tornado, hurricane and storm safe rooms.


SMOLEY ENGINEERS & CONSULTANTS

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SMOLEY ENGINEERS & CONSULTANTS

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26 years of experience

Multi-faceted planning, engineering and consulting firm, specializing in structural engineering for wood design, masonry, steel & concrete, green design, and wind engineering, serving architects, engineers, contractors, builders, developers, and owners from many business sectors. Practice areas include residential, office, retail, commercial, and industrial markets. Currently licensed as a Professional Engineer in PA, MD, WV, VA, DC, NC, & SC. Member ASCE, SEI, AWC.

Multi-faceted planning, engineering and consulting firm, specializing in structural engineering for wood design, masonry, steel & concrete, green design, and wind engineering, serving architects, engineers, contractors, builders, developers, and owners from many business sectors. Practice areas include residential, office, retail, commercial, and industrial markets. Currently licensed as a Professional Engineer in PA, MD, WV, VA, DC, NC, & SC. Member ASCE, SEI, AWC.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won’t if the issue is structural since the home acts as collateral for the mortgage. Banks that offer renovation loans might still finance a home with structural problems. More minor issues like settling cracks and intermittent problems with humidity are unlikely to stop a bank from financing.

It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria.

Dormers must be able to bear the load of their own construction and the added window. The style of the dormer, however, will determine where the weight loads onto your home's structure. A gable dormer bears the weight on the side walls whereas a shed dormer bears it on the front walls.

Generally, you can tell if a home is bolted to the foundation by checking the foundation for plates. If you see that your foundational plates connect to wood or bolts protruding from them, this means that you have a bolted foundation. However, it's always wise to bring a home inspector in to confirm if your foundation is secure.

Costs depend on material choices, labor, and the extent of structural modifications.

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