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For this Peaks Island, ME homeowner, their crawl space was an active nightmare. Their crawl space was home to musty odors, mold growth, and rodents, and the floors above were freezing during the winter. Tired of their crawl space troubles, the homeowner decided to take action and call TC Hafford Basement Systems for help. A System Design Specialist met with the homeowner for a free estimate and worked with them to design an encapsulation specifically for their crawl space.   This crawl space needed to be sealed and insulated to keep critters and cold air outside, where they belong. CleanSpace with Drainage Matting was first installed to create an inorganic barrier between the crawl space and the ground. Drainage Matting has large dimples to create a gap, which allows groundwater to be channeled without penetrating the CleanSpace. Even though water is currently not an issue for the homeowner, they opted to have a Sump Liner installed. That way, if water becomes an issue in the future, a sump pump can be easily installed without the need to modify their encapsulation system. Spray Foam was applied to the crawl space walls to insulate the area and sprayed on the rim joist to lock in the CleanSpace and provide further insulation.   The homeowner's crawl space is fully encapsulated, and now that it is insulated, their floors won’t be cold in the winter, and any critter that called their crawl space home will no longer be a problem.

Homeowners in Yarmouth, ME contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems for support with their wet basement. They wanted to create a space that was dry and safe for their children to play in. To waterproof the basement we installed WaterGuard, a perimeter drainage system, that captures water and channels it to the new TripleSafe sump pump. The TripleSafe features two Zoeller pumps, as well as a battery back up to prevent any issues in the event of power loss. Water is pumped from the TripleSafe away from the home through an exterior buried discharge line, which is protected with IceGuard so it doesn't freeze up in the winter months. Their family will stay dry and safe while using their basement from now on!

Sharon from Yarmouth was looking for ways to seal off her basement from moisture. Water would easily enter her basement during rain due to something known as hydrostatic pressure. This is when the water in the surrounding soil is forced into the basement through the concrete. Sharon soon received a letter in the mail advertising TC Hafford Basement Systems. We were just the company she was looking for! She called us right away and set up a meeting with one of our representatives to receive her free estimate. After making her selection of products, our crew got to work. We began by digging up the inside perimeter of the basement floor. This new trench allowed us to lay our WaterGuard pipe system down. It was then covered over with loose rocks and cement to conceal it within the floor without preventing functionality. The WaterGuard system will capture water as it enters the basement through the walls or floor. The water is then guided to the sump in the basement. In the sump, we installed a SuperSump sump pump. This sump will push the water up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. With these systems in place, water is no longer a concern for Sharon.

A homeowner in Yarmouth, Maine, contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems to explore energy-saving options for both their finished and unfinished basement. They were particularly concerned about controlling humidity and requested an estimate for a dehumidification and ventilation system. Our team visited the home to assess the situation and recommended Dr. Energy Saver spray foam insulation as the best solution to meet their needs. After the installation, the difference was immediately noticeable. The basement became more comfortable, and the homeowner was very pleased with how much more energy-efficient and moisture-controlled the space felt.

This Yarmouth, ME, homeowner had an issue with water getting into their basement and causing issues with mold and mildew that led to a funky smell in the basement. Ready to tackle the issue and make the space comfortable to use again, the homeowner reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate. System Design Specialist Ken Castillo met with the homeowner and worked with them to design a waterproofing system that was specific to their home and would address all of their issues at once.   WaterGuard was installed around the perimeter of the basement to capture groundwater and channel it to the brand new SuperSump Plus. The WaterGuard is installed under the slab and features Ports for easy maintenance. The SuperSump Plus is capable of taking the water that is channeled to it and pumping it out of the basement through a Buried Discharge Line that is protected from ice buildup with IceGuard. In high-traffic areas such as doorways and appliances, TrenchDrain was installed and connected to the WaterGuard to ensure all water is being channeled to the sump. BrightWall Panels were installed on the walls, which act as a vapor barrier and integrate into the WaterGuard to capture any water seepage from the walls. BrightWall covers the old wall, leaving a bright white finish that helps to reflect light and illuminate the basement more. Finally, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier was installed to keep humidity at a safe level and prevent mold and mildew from causing issues for the homeowner. Typically, homeowners have to empty a bucket of water to keep their dehumidifier working, but with the SaniDry Sedona, it drains directly to the SuperSump Plus, meaning the homeowner can travel without worrying about moisture in their basement. Now the basement is revitalized, and the homeowner is protected from moisture and water problems and can use their basement how it’s intended to be used.

A Yarmouth, ME homeowner reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for help with their leaking basement. System Design Specialist Louis D. met with the owner to assess the basement. We installed WaterGuard around the perimeter of the basement, channeling any water to the new TripleSafe sump pump system. The TripleSafe sump has two Zoeller pumps, one is a back up in case of pump failure, or they can work together in high capacity water events. The TripleSafe also comes with a battery back up so it will continue to work even if there is power loss. TrenchDrain was installed around high traffic and high moisture areas. CleanSpace Wall System was installed on the wall where water was coming in to create a vapor barrier as added protection. 

  A homeowner in Yarmouth, Maine was dealing with a constantly leaking basement that left the space damp and unusable. Concerned about potential damage and mold growth, they reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for a permanent solution. Our team assessed the issue and recommended the installation of a TripleSafe Sump Pump System to keep the basement dry year-round. With its triple protection design, the homeowner can now rest easy knowing their basement is protected—no matter the weather. Thanks to TC Hafford, their home is now safe, dry, and ready for use.

This Livermore Falls, ME, homeowner had been dealing with a musty smell coming from their crawl space. Moisture and high humidity in a crawl space can not only lead to musty smells, but mold and mildew growth can be dangerous to breathe in. The homeowner needed help, so they called TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate. The crawl space needed to be encapsulated to keep moisture and critters out, so CleanSpace with Drainage Matting was installed. Drainage Matting gets laid on the ground first to protect the CleanSpace and create a channel for groundwater to flow to a sump pump. CleanSpace is a durable vapor barrier that is attached to the walls and creates an inorganic barrier between the outside elements and the interior of the crawl space. Keeping moisture out prevents musty smells, and the homeowner no longer has to worry about damage being caused in their crawl space.

A homeowner in Greene was beginning to have a mold problem in their crawlspace. Moisture was finding its way into the air, which created the perfect atmosphere for mold to grow. The homeowner called TC Hafford Basement Systems right away to receive their free estimate. We then began work on the crawlspace to remove this mold issue. To do so, we installed a SaniDry CX dehumidifier. This dehumidifier will, over time, take all of the moisture out of the air and maintain a dry atmosphere. This will kill off the mold, and remove any chance of more mold growing in the future. Now, thanks to SaniDry, this homeowner can live without fear of mold growth or rotting supports.

A homeowner in Leeds was having trouble with moist air in their basement. This was causing damp conditions and mold to grow. The homeowner wanted to have something done about this ASAP. After hearing about TC Hafford Basement Systems from a previous satisfied customer, they chose us to get the job done! After taking a look at the basement, the best solution was to install a SanyDry XP Dehumidifier. This dehumidifier will take in all the humid air, dry it out, and spread it out over the rest of the basement. Now this homeowner no longer needs to worry about a dank basement.