Job Stories

A couple in Fryeburg was having trouble with water gathering in their crawlspace. Whenever rain would fall, the dirt walls and floor didn’t stop the water from leaking in. Seeking a solution, the homeowners soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems. After they gave us a call, we dispatched our representative to inspect the space and give a free estimate to the homeowners. They made their choice and we got to work! We began by installing a SmartDrain in the floor of the crawlspace. This will take the water gathering in the lowest point and allow it to drain out and away from the crawlspace. Next, we encapsulated the crawlspace with a CleanSpace Liner. This covers every wall in the crawlspace, and the floor. Being made of a thin plastic, it will lock out moisture and prevent it from reaching the interior of the space. Finally, we installed a SaniDry CX dehumidifier. This will take any moisture managing to enter the atmosphere within the crawlspace and remove it. With these systems working together, this couple no longer needs to struggle with a flooding crawlspace.

After growing tired of water issues from a lack of gutters, this Fryeburg, ME homeowner was ready for a change, so they called Gutter Shutter by TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate. System Design Specialist Jeff S. met with the homeowner and worked with them to design a Gutter Shutter system that would protect the home and surpass their expectations. Gutter Shutter is formed and cut on the property, so the homeowner is able to enjoy the benefits of a seamless gutter. With the added protection of the unique shutter design, debris such as leaves and pine needles aren’t able to make it into the gutter, meaning the homeowner will no longer have to worry about climbing a ladder to clear any clogs. Gutter Shutter comes in many different colors, allowing homeowners to match the gutter to their home. Gutter Shutter by TC Hafford Basement Systems not only removes the old gutters but also disposes of them to save the homeowner the headache of having to do so. Now, with the larger six-inch Gutter Shutter system installed, the home is protected from the troubles that rainwater falling off a roof can cause, such as soil erosion, basement leaks, and foundation damage.

A couple in Brownfield owned a basement with a functional sump and drainage system. But during exceptionally heavy rains, the water would overflow from the sump, pooling up on the basement floor. Requiring more water removal power, the homeowners got online and found TC Hafford Basement Systems. To give the homeowners the water removal they needed, we installed a SuperSump sump pump into the sump they already had. This pump is able to pump 2,650 gallons of water per hour, and should be more than enough to handle any amount of water leaking into this basement. On the exterior of the home, we attached an IceGuard to the water discharge line coming from the sump. This will allow water to continue to exit the pipe, even in the event that the lower end of the pipe becomes blocked. Finally, we installed a SaniDry XP dehumidifier within the basement to remove any moisture from the atmosphere. This will eliminate not only any foul smells, but also any mold beginning to grow around the basement. With these upgrades to their sump and basement, water is no longer a concern for this couple!

A homeowner in Parsonsfield was in need of some waterproofing in their basement. Their son had mentioned TC Hafford Basement Systems to them, and they contacted us to get the job done. After being contacted by the homeowner, we got to work! We started by excavating the interior perimeter of the basement. This makes room for our WaterGuard system to be installed. This is a system of pipes used to collect water as it enters the basement through either the walls or floor. Then we added a TrenchDrain piece underneath a door leading out of the basement on the back of the house. This drain will collect any and all water trying to enter underneath the door. These pipes are connected to the existing sump system to remove the water from the basement. Now this homeowner no longer needs to worry about water in their basement.

Dave from Parsonsfield was having trouble with his sump. Water wasn’t draining properly through his sump, and it was pooling up in his basement. Worried about water damage, Dave searched online for a solution. He soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems, and after a little research, Dave knew we were the perfect company to help solve his troubles. He called us shortly after and we had a representative over at the home to give Dave his free estimate. He chose what work he wanted done and we got to work! We began by digging out more of the sump to make room for a pump to be put in. We then installed a SuperSump sump pump in the old sump. This will take the water entering the sump and force it up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. Attached to this pump, we added an UltraSump backup battery to keep the SuperSump working even if the home loses power. On the outside of the home, we connected an IceGuard pipe to the discharge line. This special piece of pipe will allow water to continue to leave the basement even if the lower end of the pipe becomes blocked in any way. Finally, we installed a SaniDry XP dehumidifier in the basement. This dehumidifier will take in the air immediately surrounding it and dry out any moisture. It then pushes the air out into the basement, forcing more moist air back towards the SaniDry. This cycle continues until the basement air is completely dry. Now Dave has a dry basement floor and healthy air circulating his basement. Water damage is a worry of the past!

When this Parsonsfield, ME homeowner noticed their floors beginning to slant, they knew something was causing the supports below their home to give in. Looking to have renovations done, the homeowner wanted to ensure their home was completely secure before moving forward. Once they saw TC Hafford on their TV, they called to receive their free estimate. After the homeowner spoke with our sales representative about what we could do to help them, they hired us to get the job done right away. When our installation crew made it out to the home, they got started fixing the bowing supports within this home’s crawlspace. To begin, cast-in-place footings were placed along the areas requiring improved support. Next, SmartJack pylons were installed between the joists in the ceiling above the crawlspace and the footings. The SmartJack pylons can have their length adjusted, forcing the home back to its original position over time. Once the home is again level with its original position, the SmartJack supports will maintain the previously drooping floor. With their new supports in place, this homeowner can now move forward with their plans without worrying about any possible failures of the old supports. The SmartJack emplacements will keep this home level and secure for many years to come!

Kevin from Lovell was having trouble with water gathering in his basement. The water was coming in through the floor and walls and he needed professional help to prevent this from recurring in the future. Kevin got online to find a solution, soon coming across TC Hafford Basement Systems. We got the call and had a representative inspect the basement, giving the homeowner a free estimate on the cost of solutions. Kevin gave us the go ahead and we had our crew start working. We started by excavating the inside perimeter of the basement, this gave us room to lay down our WaterGaurd pipe system. This system is then buried under cement to conceal it beneath the floor. The WaterGaurd will capture water as it enters the basement through the walls or floor and guide it to the sump in the basement. Next, we installed a SuperSump sump pump. This pump will take the water gathered by the WaterGuard and push it up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. On the exterior of the home, we attached a unique piece of pipe onto the discharge line called an IceGuard. This piece will allow water to continue to flow from the basement even if ice or other debris blocks the line. Now Kevin has a dry basement thanks to WaterGuard!

Kevin of Acton was experiencing trouble with water entering their basement through cracks in their basement walls. He needed a way to seal up these cracks, and sought professional help to get the job done. After hearing about TC Hafford Basement Systems from a family friend, Kevin called us right away! We had our representative head to the home to give a free estimate. Kevin chose what work he wanted done and we got started. To begin with the solution, we filled the cracks with an initial layer of sealant. The sealant was then covered over with a foam matting. This matting will form the backbone off the final structure. This matting is finally covered with a second layer of sealant to completely lock out any moisture trying to enter through the cracks. This finished structure is known as FlexiSpan, and the foam matting gives the overall structure a flexible nature. Allowing it to bend and contort, should the walls shift in any way. Now with FlexiSpan covering the cracks, Kevin will no longer need to worry about water entering his basement!

This Acton, ME crawl space was the local hangout for critters and rodents who were looking for a warm, damp place to spend their time. Tired of the high moisture in their crawl space and dealing with mold and the musty smell permeating into their home, the homeowner scheduled a free estimate with TC Hafford Basement Systems. System Design Specialist Rick Russell met with the homeowner and worked with them to design a crawl space encapsulation system that would solve their issues.   The first step of encapsulating a crawl space is creating an inorganic barrier between the outside elements and the crawl space. CleanSpace with Drainage Matting is laid down and attached to the walls. Drainage Matting creates space between the earth and CleanSpace, allowing water to be channeled safely. A TripleSafe Sump Pump was installed to take the groundwater and any water channeled to the TripleSafe from the installed SmartDrain. The TripleSafe will push all water out of the space and outside, away from the home, through the new Buried Discharge Line. To finish off the encapsulation system, CleanSpace vent covers were installed to close off the foundation vents, keeping moisture out of the crawl space and the humidity at a safer level. Now critters and rodents don’t have a way into the crawl space, and moisture is kept out. The homeowner no longer has to deal with musty odors and can use their crawl space for storage.

A homeowner in Stoneham had a wet basement, thanks to a large crack forming on one of their walls. This could lead to water damage to the homeowner’s property, and they needed a way to prevent it. Searching online for a solution, they soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems. We arranged to inspect the crack, and we gave the homeowner a free estimate. They gave us the green light and we got started! We began by filling the crack with a layer of sealant. This layer was then covered over with a foam matting. This foam matting gives the finished structure flexibility. These two layers acts as an initial barrier which holds back some of the moisture, but it is not quite complete yet. We finished the project off with a final layer of sealant over the foam. This creates what is known as FlexiSpan. A crack sealing structure that is capable of bending and conforming to the crack in the event of shifting basement walls. With the FlexiSpan in place, this homeowner will no longer experience a leaking basement due to this crack!