Job Stories

Derek in Lisbon Falls was in need of some basement waterproofing. He needed it because water was entering his basement through the walls and floor. To find a solution to his problem, Derek got online and soon came across TC Hafford Basement Systems. He gave us a call and we sent out a representative to give him a free estimate on the cost of the basement repairs. After he chose to get the work done, we started on the basement! We excavated the interior perimeter of the basement and removed the debris. This gave us a trench to install a WaterGuard pipe inside of. This WaterGuard is then covered over with loose rocks and cement is poured on top to seal it underneath the basement floor. The WaterGuard will capture all the water entering the basement through the walls or floor. The water is then directed out of the basement through the sump. Now Derek has a dry basement, and no need to worry about water making its way inside.

A homeowner in Vienna was in need of a new sump pump. Their old sump was frequently backing up during rains, and would flood the basement several feet high. This was an immense problem for the homeowner, their basement was completely useless. They needed a way to fix this ASAP, so they took to the internet and found TC Hafford Basement Systems. We were just the solution they were seeking. After receiving the phone call, we had a representative look at the basement to find the problem and give a free estimate. We were then able to send in our crew to get to work. The old sump was nearly useless at this point, so we used an EverLast Door to cover the old sump over. We then dug out a new sump, to emplace our TripleSafe sump pump. This pump, as its name suggests, has three separate pumps within it to guarantee functionality. The second pump is in place for when the primary pump malfunctions or can’t completely handle the current level of water. The third pump is a batter powered backup pump for the chance of any power outage within the home. This pump pushes the water outside through a PVC discharge line. Once outside the home, the water travels through a specially designed pipe called an IceGuard along the discharge line. This piece allows water to continue to exit the basement should the lower end of the pipe become blocked by ice or other debris; preventing the new TripleSafe sump pump from backing up and flooding the basement. Now this homeowner has a dry basement, and a sump capable of keeping it that way!

When this homeowner living in Vienna, ME was having trouble with dampness in the crawlspace below their home, they needed a way to put a stop to it. When they heard about TC Hafford from a contractor, they called us, and we set them up with a free estimate. After talking with our sales representative, the hired us to right away to keep the leaking moisture from building up in the space. When our installation crew arrived, they began work on giving the crawlspace a proper vapor barrier to keep out future leaks. The first step was to lay a Drainage Matting across the floor of the crawlspace. This matting sits just above the surface of the floor and allows for channels of water to form below itself, guiding any trapped water to where it can drain into the ground below the home again. Next, a CleanSpace liner was used to cover the walls and floor of the crawlspace. The CleanSpace is a solid white sheet which completes the vapor barrier and locks any leaking moisture on its exterior. This will prevent any moisture from building up inside the crawlspace interior in the future. With a vapor barrier in place, the dampness problem below this home has been eliminated. The homeowner can rest assured the CleanSpace encapsulation will keep the water at bay.

By the time this homeowner living in Vienna, ME noticed the crack that had appeared on their basement wall, it had already begun leaking water into their basement. Looking to seal this leak as soon as possible, they searched online for a solution and quickly discovered our TC Hafford Basement Systems website. They called us shortly after to set up a time to meet with our sales representative and receive their free estimate. After listening to their options, the homeowner gave us the go-ahead to get the crack sealed using a FlexiSpan seal. As soon as our installation crew arrived at the home, they were able to start work on the crack right away, scraping away any debris around the crack with a coarse brush. This will help our seal adhere to the wall. To begin the FlexiSpan installation, a first layer of sealant was applied within and slightly around the crack. This was immediately covered by a foam strip running the length of the crack. This foam would later give the seal the flexibility the name suggests. Finally, a second layer of sealant was applied over the top of the foam, completing the FlexiSpan structure covering the crack. The foam core within the FlexiSpan will allow it to bend to any slight changes in the shape of the crack over time, maintaining a water-tight seal. Now that the crack on their basement wall has been properly sealed, this homeowner has one less problem to worry about! The FlexiSpan seal will keep this basement leak-free for years to come!

A homeowner in Monmouth with a finished basement experienced a terrible occurrence. While away from the house, their basement flooded and the carpet got destroyed. This need to not only be fixed, but prevented in the future. TC Hafford got the call, and sent out a representative to take a look. The home already had a sump pump with a discharge line, but that pump just wasn’t getting the job done. We took out the old pump and installed an UltraSump sump pump to keep water up and out of the basement. The homeowner also had a SaniDry XP installed in their basement to keep the moisture out of the air as well as off the floor.

A homeowner in Bailey Island was looking for a proper vapor barrier for their crawlspace. They needed it done the right way the first time, so they weren’t spending money, only to spend more shortly after. They did their research, and found that TC Hafford Basement Systems was their best bet! They gave us a call and we had a representative head over to give the homeowner their free estimate. We then got to work by encapsulating the crawlspace with a CleanSpace Liner. This will lock out any moisture trying to enter the crawlspace through the walls or floor. Now the homeowner has a properly installed vapor barrier that will last and maintain a dry, healthy atmosphere within their crawlspace for years to come.

Living with a damp basement, this Bailey Island, ME homeowner was looking for a solution to their problem. While searching online, they soon discovered us at TC Hafford Basement Systems and thought we would be the perfect company for the job. They called us and we set them up with a free estimate from one of our sales reps. The homeowner hired us right away once they heard what we could offer them. We then dispatched our crew and got started! As soon as the installation crew arrived at the homeowner’s property, they began work on the damp basement by installing a SaniDry CX dehumidifier on the floor of the space. This device will pull in the damp air within the space, separating any moisture from it. The dried air is then circulated back into the basement while the collected water is removed. The circulation of the dried air will push more of the damp air back toward the SaniDry, continuing this process until the basement is free of moisture in the air. To remove this water, a SmartSump pump was installed in the floor of the basement. The SmartSump will take the water and force it out of the home through a PVC discharge line. Following the discharge line outside, two additions were made to these pipes to further protect the home from moisture. First, an IceGuard section of piping was connected to the line just beyond where it leaves the home. The IceGuard has upward facing holes built-in, to protect the basement from blockages. These allow for trapped water to escape the line without backing up into the home. Next, a LawnScape discharge port was connected to the end of the line. This piece has a grate covering the exit of the line, allowing the water to exit onto the lawn without letting in debris that would overwise clog the discharge line. Now that this homeowner has a system in place to remove moisture from their basement, they can be sure no moisture problems will take root below their home. The SaniDry and SmartSump installations will ensure this home remains dry for years to come!

After a particularly cold winter, this Bailey Island, ME homeowner was in the market for some improved insulation beneath their home. Looking to find a solution to their problem, the homeowner searched online and soon discovered our website at TC Hafford Basement Systems. They called us and we set them up with a free estimate from one of our sales representatives. Once they reviewed their options, they hired us to get started on improving the insulation below their home. When our installation crew was able to make it out to the home, they began work on the crawlspace below this home by removing some dirt that was hindering access to parts of the space. Once this dirt was out of the way, our crew began using Spray Foam between the rim joists above the crawlspace. Once applied, this foam will expand rapidly to fill in the space between the joists. Solidifying after this expansion, the foam will form an insulating barrier between the home and the temperatures that once entered through the crawlspace. Now that their crawlspace has been given a proper layer of insulation, this homeowner won’t need to worry about losing efficiency when heating their home next winter.

Will from Mount Vernon had an issue with his crawlspace. It would gather water whenever it would rain. This issue needed a solution, and a previous customer of TC Hafford told Will about our business. His solution was found! Will got into contact with us, and arranged to have his problem solved. Our crew got to work installing a CleanSpace Liner in the crawlspace. This is a sheet that covers the crawlspace floor, walls, and surrounds any supports inside the crawlspace. Preventing any water from leaking into the interior of the crawlsace, maintaining a dry atmosphere. Now Will no longer has to concern himself with the moisture in his crawlspace.

In Mount Vernon, Maine, a homeowner reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems as they prepared to have their house jacked up for maintenance. Knowing the insulation in their basement needed replacing, they wanted a solution that would provide both energy efficiency and durability. After evaluating the space, our team determined that Dr. Energy Saver spray foam insulation was the perfect choice. It offers high-performance insulation, sealing every nook and cranny, and providing excellent moisture resistance. After installation, the homeowner noticed their home felt more comfortable and was highly appreciative of the quality of work done. The improved energy efficiency and lasting protection will make a real difference for years to come.