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Hollis Center, ME homeowners were experiencing a very wet basement, often having several inches of water in some spots. They reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for help waterproofing the area. We installed WaterGuard, a TripleSafe Sump Pump and a SaniDry Sedona system for a complete solution. WaterGuard is a perimeter drainage system that collects water and channels it directly to the TripleSafe sump pump. The TripleSafe pumps water away from the home through an exterior buried discharge line. The TripleSafe is the top of the line sump pump, with a battery back up system and two Zoeller pumps to handle high capacity water events. The SaniDry Sedona is a high efficiency air system that not only controls the humidity in the space, but also filters out dust and mold spores to keep the air healthy.

A homeowner in Ogunquit was experiencing trouble with their basement. Whenever it would rain, water would gather in one of the corners of their basement. They needed a sump pump to remove this water, and after being referred by a family friend, knew TC Hafford Basement Systems could provide exactly that. They called us to set up a meeting, and our representative was at the home in no time to inspect the basement and give the homeowner their free estimate. They selected which pump they wanted and we got to work! We began by digging out a sump in the basement floor. This would allow us to install the pump where most of the water gathered. We then installed a TripleSafe sump pump. The TripleSafe is composed of three pumps, one primary for the bulk of the water, a secondary in case the primary fails for any reason, and finally, a battery powered backup pump in case the power goes out. With this sump pump in place, a flooding basement is a thing of the past for this homeowner!

We helped homeowners in Ogunquit, Maine who planned to finish their basement space, but before completing renovations they wanted to ensure it would remain dry. We installed a TripleSafe sump pump with WaterGuard perimeter drainage. We also added CleanSpace Wall System on the walls. CleanSpace is a vapor barrier that seals out moisture, directing it behind the liner down to the WaterGuard drainage. WaterGuard channels moisture to the TripleSafe to be pumped away from the home. The TripleSafe sump pump can handle over 6,000 gallons of water per hour, and offers a battery backup pump that will operate even if the home loses power.

Homeowners in Ogunquit, Maine experienced water intrusion that caused their finished basement floors and walls to get ruined. They gutted the space and wanted to waterproof it before refinishing it. We installed WaterGuard perimeter drainage, a TripleSafe sump pump, CleanSpace wall system, Spray Foam insulation, and a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier.    WaterGuard connects to the TripleSafe to capture moisture and pump it away from the home. The CleanSpace wall system is a vapor barrier that seals moisture out of the basement, while allowing any water seepage to come in behind the liner and is funneled to the WaterGuard. The SaniDry Sedona can remove over 100 pints of water per day from the air, keeping the humidity and moisture at a healthy level. Spray Foam insulation not only improves the energy efficiency of the space, but is also water resistant, so it helps seal out moisture unlike traditional fiberglass insulation. The homeowners can now safely finish the basement without worrying about ruining their investment.

System Design Specialist John W. helped homeowners in York Beach, Maine who experienced a basement that had ongoing moisture problems. The homeowners wanted to explore options for a sump pump. We installed a TripleSafe sump pump, which has two Zoeller cast iron pumps, and a third battery backup pump. The TripleSafe can remove over 6,000 gallons of water per hour by pumping it away through an exterior buried discharge line. If the home loses power, the battery backup will ensure the pump operates, keeping the basement dry.

Homeowners in York Beach, Maine live in an area with a high water table, and often experienced basement flooding. After providing a free estimate, System Design Specialist John W. helped the homeowners get setup for a basement waterproofing installation. We installed WaterGuard perimeter drainage system, which captures groundwater seeping in and channels it directly to the new TripleSafe sump pump. The TripleSafe is the top of the line sump system, with two Zoeller pumps and a third battery backup pump system. The battery backup pump keeps operating even if the home loses power during a storm. 

Homeowners in York Beach, Maine were exploring options for a dehumidifier to help their musty crawl space. Moisture in a crawl space can cause mildew, mold, and wood rot, which often lead to odors and potentially major problems. To ensure the crawl space would stay dry, we encapsulated it with drainage matting and CleanSpace vapor barrier. Spray Foam insulation was installed along the rim joists, keeping cold air out. Spray Foam is water and mold resistant, so it provides extra protection for the crawl space. Lastly, we installed a SaniDry Sedona high efficiency air system. Not only does it control the humidity to a healthy level, it also has a MERV 8 filter to remove allergens like mold spores, keeping odors at bay.

A homeowner in Moody had a sump pump that would regularly back up. It just wasn’t powerful enough to push out all of the water that gathered in the basement. Needing to upgrade to a better sump pump, he contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems after seeing an ad for us on his television. We gave him a free estimate, then we got to work! Upon arriving at the home, we needed to remove the old pump from the sump. After making space, we installed a TripleSafe sump pump into where the old sump was. The TripleSafe pump houses three separate pumps which each have a purpose. The first is the primary pump, which is used for most of the water. The secondary pump is for when the primary pump can’t handle all the water or malfunctions for any reason. The third and final pump is battery-operated and is for when the power goes out in the house. The TripleSafe will keep this basement dry, no matter the amount of rain. To finish this project, on the exterior of the home, we attached an IceGuard pipe piece to the discharge coming from the sump pump. This IceGuard will allow water to escape the pipe should the lower end of the line become blocked by ice or other debris. Worrying about their sump pump is now a worry of the past for this homeowner!

Living with a flooding basement wasn’t something this Moody, ME homeowner had in mind when buying their home. Seeking methods to keep the water from their basement, the homeowner searched online for a solution. They soon discovered TC Hafford Basement Systems and called us to set up their free estimate! After reviewing their options with our sales representative, the homeowner hired us to protect their basement from future flooding. With a concrete foundation beneath the home, our installation crew began their work on this basement by excavating a shallow trench into the floor, around the perimeter. This trench would allow our crew to lay WaterGuard piping down within the floor, surrounding the basement. Where the trench passed below a door exiting the home, a TrenchDrain pipe segment was intersected into the WaterGuard. This drain has an upward facing grate that will remain level with the surface of the floor while the WaterGuard piping is buried below a fresh layer of concrete. Within the basement floor, the WaterGuard pipes will take in any leaking moisture through slits along the edges of each pipe. The trapped water is then directed to the sump in the basement floor where it will be removed from the home without causing further problems. The newly installed piping embedded in this homeowner basement floor will ensure the space remains water-free. The WaterGuard piping will prevent water from gathering on the surface of this basement floor for years to come!

Without any moisture protection in their crawlspace, this Moody, ME homeowner was in the market for a way to keep water from building up below their home. After seeing an ad on their TV, they called us at TC Hafford Basement Systems to set up a free estimate for themselves. After meeting with our sales representative, they hired us to get started on eliminating the moisture in their crawlspace. Upon arriving at the home, our crew got started by utilizing Spray Foam to fill in gaps between the rim joists above the crawlspace. This will help the homeowner maintain efficiency when heating or cooling their home. Next, to eliminate their moisture problem, a SaniDry CX dehumidifier was installed alongside a Condensate Pump. The SaniDry will collect the moisture in the atmosphere of this crawlspace by separating it from the damp air it pulls in. The dried air is then circulated back into the crawlspace while the water is passed to the pump for removal from the home. This process will continue until the crawlspace is once again moisture-free. With a new dehumidifier running, this homeowner should notice any musty smells or signs of a moisture problem dissipate from their home. The SaniDry CX will maintain a dry, healthy atmosphere below this home for years to come!