Carolina Basement Systems Before & After Photos

This Winston-Salem, NC home was experiencing classic crawl space problems sinking floors, water damage, and odors throughout the home all signs of an unhealthy, moisture-filled environment beneath the living space. The solution? A dry, encapsulated crawl space built to protect the home from the ground up.

Our team installed a full encapsulation system to block out ground moisture, paired with a powerful SaniDry dehumidifier to control humidity levels. To restore floor stability, we added SmartJack supports, providing long-lasting reinforcement where the floors were beginning to sink.

The result is a cleaner, healthier, and more energy-efficient home with a crawl space that finally works for the house, not against it.

In Winston-Salem, NC, this homeowner was dealing with clear signs of foundation stress: sinking floors, a damp crawlspace, musty odors, and visible water damage inside the home. All symptoms pointed to poor exterior drainage, which had led to excess moisture seeping into the foundation and crawlspace area a common issue in homes with older gutter systems and inadequate grading.

To solve the root cause, our team installed a custom surface drainage system to divert water away from the home’s perimeter. The project included trenching, setting new PVC piping, and placing a strategic catch basin connected to the downspout effectively redirecting stormwater away from the foundation.

Once the system was in place, we backfilled and added gravel to protect the basin and improve drainage efficiency. This solution not only keeps water out of the crawlspace but also prevents future structural issues, improves indoor air quality, and protects the overall health of the home.

In Winston-Salem, NC, this homeowner was dealing with a basement wall that showed clear signs of structural stress. Interior stairstep cracks and exterior horizontal cracking revealed a slightly bowed wall early indicators of foundation failure that can worsen over time.

To address these symptoms, our team installed a proven solution: steel I-beam wall reinforcement. These beams provide immediate stabilization and prevent further inward movement, restoring peace of mind and structural integrity to the space. The clean, reinforced finish is a long-term solution to the pressure being exerted from the soil outside the home.

This transformation not only secured the wall but also helped preserve the value and safety of the home. Another strong save by Carolina Basement Systems. 

In Winston-Salem, NC, this homeowner was dealing with a severely cracked and bowing basement wall. The stair-step crack pattern and shifting near the window were telltale signs of foundation pressure and inward wall movement common symptoms of hydrostatic pressure from saturated soil pushing against the exterior.

To stop the wall from worsening and permanently stabilize the structure, our team installed a wall anchor system. These galvanized steel anchors are designed to counteract external pressure and gradually straighten the wall over time.

As seen in the "after" photo, the steel plates are now securely anchored along the problem wall, reinforced at the base with fresh concrete for a long-lasting hold. What was once a vulnerable and concerning crack is now a fortified basement wall ready to stand the test of time.

Another Winston-Salem home made safer with expert structural repair!

This Winston-Salem, NC home was showing signs of foundation settlement, including sinking along the chimney and shifting soil around the base of the structure. These symptoms are common when unstable soils can no longer support the weight of a home, leading to cracks, uneven settling, and long-term structural risks.

To restore stability, our crew installed Push Piers beneath the foundation. Push Piers are driven deep into load-bearing soil or bedrock, bypassing weak surface soils and permanently stabilizing the structure. Once installed, the foundation is lifted and supported, preventing further settlement and protecting the integrity of the home.

With the installation of Push Piers, this Winston-Salem property is now secure, structurally sound, and protected against future foundation settlement. Homeowners in Winston-Salem can count on our foundation repair solutions to safeguard their most important investment.