Kernersville is a town of two housing stories. The older brick homes near the historic downtown and along North Main Street sit on clay that moves with every wet and dry season, while the big new subdivisions off Union Cross Road and Highway 66 have basements stepping down sloped lots. Both groups call us for the same reason: water finds a way in.
Homeowners in 27284 call Winston-Salem Waterproofing because we understand how Kernersville's red Piedmont clay swells after a thunderstorm and shrinks in a dry spell, cracking foundation walls and overwhelming old footing drains. Whether your house is a 1950s brick ranch near Fourth of July Park or a newer build in a subdivision off Beeson Road, we know the ground you are on and what it takes to keep your basement dry.
Waterproofing Us in Kernersville (27284)
Kernersville sits on the same red clay and decomposed granite that runs through the Winston-Salem metro, but the mix of housing here creates its own set of problems. The older brick homes near the downtown core often have stone or block foundations with clay footing drains that have long since collapsed or clogged. When those drains fail, hydrostatic pressure builds up and water pushes through mortar joints and hairline cracks. In the newer subdivisions on the south and east sides of town, poured concrete walkout basements step down the rolling grade, and downhill runoff from neighboring lots can pool against foundation walls. We see a lot of efflorescence on block walls in the older neighborhoods, a clear sign that moisture is moving through the masonry. Our approach is straightforward: we find out whether the problem is a simple crack that needs epoxy or polyurethane injection, or whether the real issue is hydrostatic pressure that calls for an interior drain tile system and a sump pump. Sometimes exterior waterproofing with dimple board and a new footing drain is the right answer, especially on sloped lots where excavation is practical. We are a dedicated basement waterproofing specialist, not a general foundation repair firm or a plumber, so we focus strictly on below-grade water control.
Our team has worked throughout Kernersville and the surrounding Winston-Salem area, from the mill-era frame houses on low brick piers in Waughtown to the brick-and-siding homes in Clemmons and Lewisville. We know the local building department and what permits are required for structural foundation repair, egress window cutting, and sump discharge connections. If you are unsure about local rules, the City of Kernersville website at https://www.toknc.com is a good place to start, but always verify with the building department directly.
Our services in Kernersville
- Basement Waterproofing in Kernersville · Complete basement waterproofing for Winston-Salem homes…
- Interior Drain Tile System in Kernersville · Interior perimeter drain tile installed beneath the slab edge…
- Exterior Basement Waterproofing in Kernersville · Exterior excavation down to the footing with membrane or dimple-board…
- Foundation Waterproofing in Kernersville · Waterproofing for block, poured and old stone foundations…
- Foundation Crack Repair in Kernersville · Epoxy and polyurethane injection for non-structural foundation cracks…
- Sump Pump Installation & Replacement in Kernersville · New sump pits, pump replacement and discharge line correction…
- Bowing Wall Repair in Kernersville · Carbon fiber straps, steel I-beams or wall anchors to stop and stabilize a…
- French Drain Installation in Kernersville · Exterior drains installed along the foundation wall that intercept groundwater…
- Drain Tile Repair & Replacement in Kernersville · Repair of collapsed, clogged or root-bound footing drains…
- Vapor Barrier Installation in Kernersville · Heavy-duty vapor barrier sheets installed across basement walls and slab to…
- Basement Wall Sealing in Kernersville · Surface preparation, efflorescence removal and penetrating or membrane sealers…
- Battery Backup Sump Pumps in Kernersville · Battery backup systems that keep pumping when a hurricane remnant or summer…
- Free Basement Inspection in Kernersville · Complete basement and foundation moisture inspection: walls, floor, cracks…
- Basement Mold Remediation in Kernersville · Mold removal paired with the moisture fix that prevents its return…
- Window Well Drainage & Repair in Kernersville · Window well drains, liners and covers that stop wells from filling and dumping…
- Egress Window Installation in Kernersville · Egress windows for finished basements: cut, framed…
How a Job Works in Kernersville
Step 1: You call us at (336) 666-2424 or fill out our contact form. We schedule a free basement inspection at your Kernersville property, usually within a few days. Our inspector walks the basement and the exterior, checks for cracks, efflorescence, and signs of hydrostatic pressure, and tests the sump pump if you have one. We also look at grading and downspout discharge. You get a written estimate with options, not a sales pitch.
Step 2: Once you approve the scope, we schedule the work. In Kernersville, tight lot access in older neighborhoods can mean we need to stage equipment on the street, and we coordinate with the town if a permit is required for structural repair or egress window cutting. For interior drain tile, we cut a trench along the perimeter of the basement floor, install the drain tile and sump basin, and connect the discharge line. Exterior work involves excavating down to the footing, applying a waterproof membrane and dimple board, and replacing the footing drain. We keep the site as tidy as possible and protect landscaping.
Step 3: After the work is done, we clean up thoroughly and walk you through the finished job. We test the sump pump and show you how to maintain it. We leave your property clean and provide a transferable warranty on our work.
Pricing in Kernersville depends on the size of your basement, access to the foundation, the condition of existing drains, and how quickly you need us. For a typical home in 27284, foundation crack repair starts at $450, and most single-crack injections fall between $450 and $800. Interior drain tile systems start at $50 per linear foot, so a 100-foot perimeter runs around $5,000 to $7,000 including the sump basin and pump. Exterior basement waterproofing starts at $95 per linear foot, and a full exterior job on a 100-foot wall can range from $9,500 to $15,000 depending on excavation depth and access. Sump pump installation starts at $1,200, and battery backup systems start at $900. French drains start at $25 per linear foot. We give you a clear written estimate before any work begins. Call (336) 666-2424 for a free estimate.
