TC Hafford Basement Systems Before & After Photos

Homeowners in Orrs Island, Maine needed help with their wet basement. Part of the basement had dirt floors, and everything was always damp and musty. We poured a new slab floor with WaterGuard perimeter drainage system to control any water seepage. We also installed our TripleSafe sump pump with SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. WaterGuard channels moisture directly to the TripleSafe to be pumped away from the home. Our SaniDry Sedona removes up to 100 pints of water per day from the air, keeping a healthy humidity level to avoid moisture. 

This Orrs Island, ME property functioned as both a home and an auto shop. The dirt floors were causing constant dampness in the space. We poured a new slab floor with WaterGuard perimeter drainage. The WaterGuard system directs all water to their new TripleSafe sump pump (not pictured here). The TripleSafe pumps water away from the property, keeping the basement dry and protected.

Without air sealing an attic, hot air is still able to penetrate loose blown-in insulation, leading to higher energy bills and an uncomfortable home. This Topsham, ME, homeowner wanted to become more energy efficient, so they booked a free estimate with Dr. Energy Saver by TC Hafford Basement Systems. System Design Specialist Nima Farshid met with the homeowner and performed a Blower Door Test that showed room for improvement. Nima worked with the homeowner to design a Dr. Energy Saver system that would make their home more comfortable and energy efficient.

First the old insulation was removed, and the attic was air-sealed where needed with ZypFoam. Any areas that could leak air into the home were filled in and around the chimney. Next, TruSoft Cellulose installation was blown in to reinsulate the area. TruSoft Cellulose is an environmentally friendly product made from recycled materials that are treated for fire resistance. Unlike typical fiberglass insulation that will melt when presented with a flame, TruSoft Cellulose insulation will resist the flame and won’t ignite. Now the homeowner not only has a more energy efficient home, but a more comfortable and safer home thanks to Dr. Energy Saver by TC Hafford Basement Systems.

A Topsham, ME homeowner contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate to help with their water leak. They already had a sump pump in place, however the water was not making it to the pump. System Design Specialist Peter F. met with the owner and came up with a plan to install WaterGuard along the perimeter of the basement. WaterGuard helps channel water directly to a sump pump which then removes it from the basement. Our homeowner was happy to have their issue resolved while also saving money on not needing a full new pump system.

We recently helped homeowners in Topsham, Maine repair their foundation. The owners had noticed shifting, and one wall in particular was bowing quite a bit. We installed a combination of StableLock Wall system, as well as SmartJacks. StableLock Walls are a great option for foundation wall repair when a wall is cracked, crumbling, or bowing. Rather than expensive excavation and lifting the home we simply pour a new concrete wall in front of the failing wall to give proper support and prevent further shifting. SmartJacks are installed to help support and lift any sagging floors above. SmartJacks are zinc-coated steel posts that are custom fit and can be adjusted over time. The zinc coating prevents the posts from rusting like traditional lally columns.