Job Stories

We recently helped homeowners in Rochester, NH with their leaking basement. We installed WaterGuard, a perimeter drainage system, to capture any incoming water. WaterGuard ties directly into the SuperSump pump system. The SuperSump pumps water away from the home through an exterior buried discharge line. We also installed a SaniDry Sedona high efficiency air system to control the humidity in the basement, reducing moisture, as well as filtering allergens from the air.

Homeowners in Rochester, NH had plans to finish their basement and turn it into functional space for the family. They experienced high moisture levels and wanted to be sure the basement was properly waterproofed before investing in the renovations. We installed a TripleSafe sump pump with WaterGuard, and a SaniDry Sedona. WaterGuard is a perimeter drainage system that catches water and directs it to the TripleSafe sump to be pumped away from the home. The SaniDry Sedona is a high efficiency air system, controlling the humidity to a healthy level while also filtering out allergens such as mold spores to keep the air healthy.

We were called to give a free estimate in a leaky basement in Rochester, NH. Upon inspection, not only did the basement have water intrusion issues, but the water had also caused the support beam to begin failing. To address the water, we poured a new slab floor with WaterGuard drainage system installed around the perimeter. WaterGuard channels water directly to their new TripleSafe sump pump. A SaniDry Sedona air system controls the humidity to a healthy level, and discharges directly into the TripleSafe pump so the owners never have to dump out buckets of water. In addition to the waterproofing, we also installed 4 SmartJacks and a new supplemental beam. SmartJacks are zinc-coated steel posts that provide immediate lift and support to the home above, and will never rust like traditional lally columns.

Isolating a crawl space from moisture from the earth, is critical to a healthy and happy home. At this home in New Castle, NH, TC Hafford Basement Systems used multiple exclusive products to give the homeowner peace of mind and a healthy home.    CleanSpace with drainage matting underneath is installed to keep moisture from the earth out of the crawl space and a SaniDry Sedona will work to keep the humidity in the crawl space low. Perforated pipe will direct groundwater to the SmartSump where it will push water out to a discharge line and far away from the homeowners crawl space. In the event of a power outage, the UltraSump Battery Back Up is installed to protect the space without hiccup.   Not only does the homeowner no longer have to worry about their crawl space, but now they have a usable area for storage and their home is better protected against the elements. 

A homeowner in New Durham was not only having trouble with his sump pump not pushing out enough water, but water would also gather in the corners, away from the pump. The homeowner took to the yellow pages to find a solution for their water problem. This is where they found TC Hafford Basement Systems, who they called immediately to set up a meeting with one of our representatives. We gave the homeowner their free estimate, and then after they selected what work they wanted done, our crew got to work! We began by digging up the inside perimeter of the basement floor. This newly dug trench was where we laid our WaterGuard pipe system. These pipes were then covered over with loose rocks and cement to conceal it without hurting its function. The water would capture any and all water trying to enter through the walls or floor of the basement, leading it to the sump. After finishing with the WaterGuard, we installed a SuperSump sump pump in the basement sump. This pump is able to move 2,650 gallons of water per hour, and should be more than enough to keep this basement dry! With these two products working together, this homeowner will now live worry free, with a dry basement!

Linda from Eliot, ME, was having issues with water entering her basement through a crack in the wall. This crack was 1.6’ long, and was an excellent place for water to flow through from the surrounding earth. To seal this crack, and prevent any water from leaking through in the future, we used Flexispan. This involves covering the crack with a special flexible sealant. Then this sealant is covered with a unique Flexispan foam material. Finally a coating of sealant is applied over the foam material, sealing it against the wall. This crack won’t ever leak water into this basement again.

An Eliot, Maine homeowner was tired of dealing with a wet basement and wanted help keeping their space dry. We integrated three products that work seamlessly together to waterproof a space: WaterGuard, TripleSafe, and a SaniDry Sedona. WaterGuard is a drainage system that is installed around the perimeter of a basement to collect water seeping in. WaterGuard connects to the TripleSafe sump pump, so the water is immediately removed from the home by the pump. A SaniDry Sedona high efficiency air system has high filtration capabilities to remove allergens, as well as the ability to control humidity in the basement to a healthy level. Our homeowners have a dry, usable basement again!

A homeowner in Kittery was having a hard time with their sump pump. They had a system in place to keep water out of their basement, yet water would still gather. Something needed to be done about this, and after hearing about TC Hafford from a satisfied customer, they made the call. Once our representative took a look at the basement, we had a crew get to work replacing the old system The interior perimeter of the basement was dug out to allow for us to install our WaterGuard piping system. This is a pipe that catches all water entering the basement through the walls or floor. Once in the pipe, the water travels to the sump. Since the old sump pump the homeowner had was no longer doing its job, we replaced it with a SuperSump sump pump. We then attached an UltraSump backup batter for the SuperSump. This will guarantee the water is pushed out of the basement even in the harshest conditions; such as a power outage. Now this homeowner rests easy with a dry basement.

Homeowners in Kittery, ME realized their old sump pump was failing. It wasn't working properly, and the motor was constantly running and burning out. The homeowners wanted to get a new sump pump to ensure their basement was dry before completing a planned renovation to finish the space. We installed the TripleSafe sump pump, featuring two Zoeller pumps and a battery back up. Having two pumps protects against pump failure, and the battery back up ensures the pump will still work properly in the event of power loss. The homeowners can confidently finish their basement knowing it will stay dry all the time!

Sometimes it feels like there is no solution to a wet basement. Add an attached crawlspace in need of help, and the hopes of having a dry and usable space begin to seem unobtainable.   Luckily, this homeowner in Kittery, Maine knew to call TC Hafford Basement Systems! System Design Specialist Brian Donnelly met with the homeowner and developed a plan to keep water out of their basement and encapsulate their crawlspace. To do this, Brian created a system using a range of Basement System products that are exclusive to TC Hafford in the state of Maine.   First things first, the crawlspace. While the crawlspace is relatively small compared to the basement, it is necessary to encapsulate it. Along with protection from mold and rot, a dry crawlspace will also be inhospitable to termites, cockroaches, ants, crickets, and many other pests that need excess moisture to survive. Mice and rats are deterred by the plastic vapor barrier, and flooding waters will be kept at bay. By sealing a crawlspace, you also keep away odors and allergenic mold spores that would otherwise rise up through the floor and into your home due to the stack effect. By sealing your crawlspace, you keep the summer heat out of your home and the winter cold away from your furnace, water heater, and other utilities. To encapsulate the crawlspace, first, a layer of drainage matting is placed down, followed by CleanSpace Vapor Barrier. To finish the crawlspace, SprayFoam is sprayed where necessary, and now the homeowner has a usable storage area.   Now it’s time to keep the basement dry all the time. While this may seem impossible at first, no job is too big or too small for TC Hafford Basement Systems. Around the perimeter walls of the basement, WaterGuard and TrenchDrain is installed to channel the water to a TripleSafe Sump Pump with an UltraSump Battery Back-Up. The inclusion of the UltraSump Battery Back-Up is important to keep water out of the basement even during power outages, which tend to be very common in Maine during storms. Once the water gets to the TripleSafe Sump Pump, it has to go somewhere. A discharge line is connected and fitted with IceGuards to prevent freezing and buried. Water is taken away from the home where it is no longer a problem. To keep the discharge line from being clogged, a LawnScape Outlet is fitted to the end of the pipe to prevent anything from entering the discharge line. To take care of any humidity in the basement, a Sanidry Sedona dehumidifier is set up with an additional line attached to the TripleSafe Sump Pump so the homeowner no longer has to go into the basement to empty their old dehumidifier.   Now the homeowner has complete use of their home and no longer has to worry about their belongings being ruined. If you are experiencing a similar situation with your basement or crawlspace, please reach out. We will be happy to help!