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Commercial Waterproofing & Masonry Restoration Contractors Serving North Carolina, South Carolina & Virginia
RB Restoration & Waterproofing LLC is a Burlington, NC-based specialty contractor with two decades of documented field experience protecting commercial and residential structures across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. We deploy certified technicians, industrial-grade materials, and engineered systems to solve water intrusion, masonry deterioration, and structural concrete failures — permanently.
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Built on 20 Years of Technical Mastery in Building Restoration
Founded and operated from Burlington, North Carolina, RB Restoration & Waterproofing LLC has spent two decades building a reputation that reflects the precision and accountability demanded by commercial property owners, facility managers, and general contractors across the tri-state region.
Quality Workmanship
Every restoration and waterproofing project is completed with precision, industry-grade materials, and proven construction methods.
Insured & Guaranteed
RB Restoration & Waterproofing LLC operates with full insurance coverage and experienced professionals committed to delivering reliable workmanship.
- Our Services
Specialized Restoration & Waterproofing Services — Commercial & Residential
RB Restoration & Waterproofing LLC — 20 years of licensed commercial waterproofing, masonry restoration, concrete repair & building envelope services in NC, SC & VA. Inquiry about your estimate.
Waterproofing
Below-grade, above-grade, and plaza deck waterproofing engineered to perform under North Carolina's rainfall load and seasonal freeze-thaw cycles. We specify and install fluid-applied membranes, sheet systems, and drainage composites — not patch products.
Concrete Repair
Structural and cosmetic concrete repair using CSI-compliant materials selected to match substrate profile, exposure conditions, and load requirements. We identify the cause of failure before we touch the surface.
Caulking & Sealants
Joint sealant installation and replacement for building facades, windows, expansion joints, and penetrations. We use movement-rated, chemically compatible sealants installed per ASTM C1193.
Masonry Restoration & More
Full-depth mortar joint restoration, selective brick replacement, and thru-wall flashing installation for commercial masonry buildings — executed to match historical profiles and meet current building science standards.
Historic Stone/Terra Cotta
Specialized cleaning, consolidation, patching, and stabilization of ornamental stone, limestone, granite, and glazed terra cotta on historic buildings. Work performed in accordance with Secretary of the Interior Standards.
Expansion Joints Systems
Design-assist and installation of engineered expansion joint assemblies for floors, walls, roofs, and parking structures. We work with major joint system manufacturers and install to manufacturer tolerances.
- Why Choose Us
What Sets RB Restoration Apart From General Contractors
Restoration and waterproofing work is highly technical. The materials we apply require proper surface preparation, climate condition monitoring, correct mixing ratios, and application expertise that general contractors cannot replicate from a spec sheet. Here is what our clients recognize after the first project:
20 Years of Documented Field Experience
Since our founding, we have completed waterproofing and restoration projects across commercial, municipal, institutional, and residential asset classes throughout the Carolinas and Virginia.
Fully Licensed & Insured — All Three States
RB Restoration & Waterproofing LLC holds all required contractor licenses for North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia, and carries full commercial liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage on every project.
Emergency Response Available
Active water intrusion does not wait for business hours. When a building envelope fails after hours, on a weekend, or mid-storm, our emergency response team mobilizes to assess, contain, and begin remediation.
Industry Association Standards Compliance
We are active members of the International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI) Carolinas Chapter, the Waterproofing Contractors Association (WCA), and the Sealant Waterproofing and Restoration Institute (SWRI).
Safety
Safety-focused work
- Projects
Our Restoration & Waterproofing Process — From Assessment to Closeout
We approach every project with attention to detail, precision, and a commitment to excellence.
Historic Stone/Terra Cotta Restoration
Masonry Restoration, Tuckpointing
Interior and Exterior Painting
Waterproofing
Caulking & Sealants
Pressure Washing
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Commercial & Residential Restoration Coverage Across Three States
From our Burlington, NC headquarters, RB Restoration & Waterproofing LLC mobilizes project teams to commercial, institutional, and residential properties across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Our tri-state coverage gives property owners consistent, accountable specialty contractor service without the quality compromise of regional generalists.
- North Carolina — Full-state commercial and residential coverage from the Triad to the Triangle, Charlotte Metro, and the Research Triangle
- South Carolina — Commercial restoration and waterproofing for the Upstate, Midlands, and coastal commercial corridors
- Virginia — Northern Virginia commercial facilities, Hampton Roads, and the Richmond Metro
- INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS
Held to the Industry's Highest Technical Standards
RB Restoration & Waterproofing LLC maintains active memberships in the leading industry organizations governing building restoration, waterproofing systems, and sealant installation in the United States.
The ICRI is the preeminent technical body for concrete repair and restoration professionals in North America. Our membership in the Carolinas Chapter reflects direct participation in continuing technical education, industry standards development, and regional peer engagement with the most qualified concrete restoration professionals in the Southeast.
The WCA represents specialty waterproofing contractors committed to technical excellence, product knowledge, and installation standards that protect building owners from failures caused by improper application. Our WCA affiliation signals to clients that our field practices meet the benchmarks established by the waterproofing industry's own accrediting body.
SWRI is the technical authority on sealant selection, joint design, and waterproofing system integration across the construction industry. Our SWRI membership keeps our specifications and installation methodologies aligned with current material science and best practice standards — directly benefiting the performance of every joint seal and waterproofing system we install.
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Our Clients Testimonials
We prioritize open communication, respect for your property, and complete satisfaction. Our goal is to build long-term relationships by delivering results that exceed expectations.
RB Restoration & Waterproofing LLC handled the waterproofing and concrete restoration on our commercial property with outstanding professionalism. Their crew was organized, knowledgeable, and delivered high-quality workmanship from start to finish. You can immediately tell they have years of experience in the industry.
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- FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to Common Questions About Commercial Waterproofing & Masonry Restoration in NC, SC & VA
Several visible and measurable indicators signal that a building's waterproofing system has failed or is failing: efflorescence (white salt deposits on masonry), interior water staining at walls or ceilings, deteriorating mortar joints, spalling concrete, persistent damp odors, mold growth, or active water intrusion during or after rain events. Any one of these conditions warrants a professional diagnostic assessment. RB Restoration & Waterproofing LLC conducts site surveys to identify the source and mechanism of water intrusion before recommending a system — because the correct waterproofing solution depends entirely on the failure mode.
Waterproofing systems are engineered to perform under hydrostatic pressure — meaning they hold back water even when water is actively pushing against the substrate. Water-resistant coatings (including many products marketed as 'waterproof paint') resist incidental moisture exposure but are not designed for hydrostatic conditions. Below-grade walls, plaza decks, and areas subject to ponding water require true waterproofing membrane systems. Facades experiencing wind-driven rain are candidates for water repellent treatments or traffic-rated coatings. Specifying the wrong product type results in premature failure and the need for remediation.
Manufacturer-reported service life for commercial waterproofing membranes typically ranges from 10 to 25 years depending on system type, exposure conditions, and quality of installation. Below-grade fluid-applied membranes installed to manufacturer specs in low-traffic conditions often perform well beyond 20 years. Traffic-bearing systems on parking decks typically require maintenance or replacement at 10 to 15 year intervals depending on traffic volume and surface coating condition. The most significant variable affecting system longevity is not the membrane itself, but the quality of substrate preparation and the precision of detailing at terminations, penetrations, and transitions.
Tuckpointing is the restoration process of removing deteriorated mortar from masonry joints and replacing it with fresh mortar matched to the original in composition, color, and texture. Masonry mortar is a sacrificial material — it is designed to be softer than the brick or stone it binds so that it weathers preferentially, protecting the more expensive masonry units. Over time, typically 20 to 30 years depending on exposure and original mix quality, mortar joints erode, crack, or lose adhesion. Open mortar joints allow water to enter the wall cavity directly, causing freeze-thaw damage, rebar corrosion, efflorescence, and interior moisture. Tuckpointing is required when joint depth exceeds approximately 3/4 inch, when joints are crumbling, or when mortar shows visible separation from the masonry units.
Expansion joints are intentional gaps in a building's structure or envelope that allow adjacent sections to move independently in response to thermal expansion, seismic activity, or differential settlement. The joint opening is filled with a compressible, watertight assembly — typically a mechanical cover plate system anchored on one side and free to slide on the other, or a backer-rod-and-sealant fill in smaller joints. Expansion joints fail when sealants lose adhesion or cohesion, when mechanical assemblies are physically damaged, when the original joint is under-sized for the actual thermal movement of the structure, or when adjacent concrete or masonry grows into the joint space. Failed expansion joints allow water intrusion and can cause trip hazards and collateral damage to finishes.
Yes. RB Restoration & Waterproofing LLC provides emergency response for active water intrusion events, structural concrete failures, and building envelope breaches that require immediate containment. Commercial property owners and facility managers requiring emergency waterproofing services in North Carolina, South Carolina, or Virginia should contact us directly by phone. Our main number is (336) 264-5535.
We work on commercial, institutional, historic, industrial, and residential properties throughout NC, SC, and VA. Our commercial project experience includes office buildings, retail centers, healthcare facilities, multifamily residential buildings, parking structures, municipal buildings, and educational campuses. Our historic preservation experience includes ornamental terra cotta, carved stone, and historic masonry on buildings listed or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places.
Historic stone and terra cotta restoration requires materials and methods that are chemically, mechanically, and visually compatible with the original substrate. Portland-cement-based mortars and patching compounds — the standard for modern masonry repair — are typically too strong and too impermeable for use against historic limestone, sandstone, or glazed terra cotta, and can cause accelerated deterioration of the original material. Historic restoration work requires lime-based mortars, mineral-aggregate fill compounds, and consolidants formulated for the specific porosity and moisture vapor transmission characteristics of the historic substrate. We specify and source these materials for every historic project we undertake.
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- Cities We Serve (North Carolina - South Carolina & Virginia)
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