TC Hafford Basement Systems Before & After Photos

This Newburgh, Maine basement was often wet, causing stress for the homeowners. We completed a full basement waterproofing update to keep their space dry and protected. First we poured a new concrete floor with WaterGuard perimeter drainage system. A TripleSafe sump pump was added, connecting to the WaterGuard, to collect moisture and pump it away from the home through an exterior buried discharge line. The TripleSafe has two Zoeller pumps to handle high capacity events, as well as a third battery back up pump to keep the system operating even if the property loses power. Moisture had caused their wooden beams to weaken, so we added SmartJacks steel posts to keep the home stablized. Lastly, a SaniDry Sedona controls the humidity to a healthy level, keeping the air free of added moisture.

We recently helped a church in Searsport, Maine with their wet and leaking basement. Water was coming in through the old rock walls, and had even caused mold. After mold remediation, the church contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems for help waterproofing the space to prevent any future issues. We encapsulated the area with CleanSpace vapor barrier, which seals out water. CleanSpace is made from an inorganic material, so it also prevents mold growth. Spray Foam insulation was installed on the walls and rim joists to provide an added air and moisture seal, as well as energy improvements for the building. 

This Winterport, ME, homeowner was looking to save money on their energy bill and have a more energy-efficient home. Their crawlspace wasn’t sealed, which allowed cold air to seep in, leading to higher heating bills. Wanting to take care of the issue and create a more comfortable home, the homeowner scheduled a free estimate with Dr. Energy Saver by TC Hafford Basement Systems. System Design Specialist Nima Farshid met with the homeowner, and they worked together to design a crawl space encapsulation system that would help them achieve a more energy-efficient home.

The space needed to be encapsulated to create an inorganic barrier between the outside elements and the crawl space. Drainage Matting was laid down, which features large, stiff dimples that create a gap. CleanSpace is laid on top of the Drainage Matting and attached to the walls. CleanSpace encapsulates the crawl space, and with the white coating, CleanSpace helps to brighten the area, making it ideal for storage. Finally, SprayFoam was installed around the rim joist and where necessary. Now the homeowner is able to live in a more comfortable home without having to continuously change their thermostat and while saving money on their energy bill.

Homeowners in Stockton Springs, Maine reached out for help with their 1800's foundation. A foundation wall was bulging, causing horizontal cracking along the wall. Horizontal cracks are a red flag for structural issues as they are often a sign the wall is shifting from hydrostatic pressure. To stabilize the wall we installed PowerBraces, which are galvanized steel beams custom fit to support the wall. The PowerBraces not only support the wall, they can be adjusted over time to help straighten the wall back to its original position.

We recently helped homeowners in North Haven, Maine to waterproof their wet crawl space. Their previous sump pump was not working properly, and they had water pooling around the area. We replaced their old sump with our SmartSump system, designed to control groundwater and pump it away from the home. We encapsulated the crawl space with drainage matting and our CleanSpace vapor barrier, sealing out moisture and preventing mold growth. Lastly, we installed a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier - it can remove over 100 pints of water from the air per day, helping to keep the crawl space a dry and healthy space.