Job Stories

Homeowners in Gardiner, Maine reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for help with support for their basement. The floors above were starting to sag, concerning the owners. We installed SmartJacks, which are zinc coated steel posts, providing proper support and lift to the floors above. SmartJacks are custom fit, will never rust, and can be tightened over time to adjust as needed. The homeowners have immediate lift and leveling of the floors above, and can relax knowing their home is properly supported.

A homeowner in Gardiner was experiencing serious problems with water leaking into their basement during heavy rains. The water was beginning to stain the walls of the basement, and the homeowner needed a way to prevent flooding in the future. Seeing TC Hafford Basement Systems on their television, they gave us a call and we had a representative out at the home in no time to give them their free estimate. The homeowner decided on what they wanted done and we got to work! We began by excavating the interior perimeter of the basement floor. This gave us room to lay down a WaterGuard pipe system. It was then covered over with loose rocks and cement to conceal it within the basement floor without reducing functionality. The WaterGuard pip will capture water as it enters the basement through the walls or floor and guide it toward the sump. In the sump, we installed a SuperSump sump pump, which will carry the collected water and push it up and out of the basement. The combination of WaterGuard and SuperSump will guarantee a dry basement for this homeowner for years to come!

Gardiner, Maine homeowners wanted to better insulate their basement and improve their home's energy efficiency. We installed Spray Foam insulation along the rim joists around the perimeter of the basement. Spray Foam creates an air tight seal, and also prevents moisture from coming in. Unlike fiberglass insulation which gets damp and can grow mold, Spray Foam is water and mold resistant. It provides immediate, noticeable improvements to the comfort of the space.

A Gardiner, ME homeowner contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems for help replacing their old, failing sump pump. System Design Specialist Thomas R. met with the owner to evaluate their basement needs. We installed a TripleSafe Sump Pump. The TripleSafe has two Zoeller pumps, one as a back up in case there is a pump failure, or both pumps can work together to achieve higher capacity in heavy water. The TripleSafe also comes with a battery back up to protect the pump in the event of power loss. Exterior Discharge Line was installed and buried to remove water from the TripleSafe away from the home. 

Fred, from Bath, ME, had a basement that would leak water regularly, as well as a musty crawlspace. This was only until he saw TC Hafford Basement Systems on TV, and decided to give us a call. Once David Zawistowski, our representative, finished his examination of the basement, it was time to get started. Fred had a full system put in to keep the water out for good! Starting with the WaterGuard piping, which carries off the water coming in around the outer edge of the basement. He also got a Supersump sump pump which pumps the water up and out of the basement, back where it belongs. Where Fred had a door leading outside from the basement, we installed a TrenchDrain, to collect any water coming through under the door, and feed it along to the WaterGuard piping. Meanwhile, in the crawlspace, TC Hafford lined the interior with CleanSpace liner. This keeps out moisture and bacteria that might cause mold or rot to occur underneath the house. After completing our work, Fred made a point to contact us almost a month later to let us know, even after two rain storms, his basement remained perfectly dry!

This crawlspace in Arrowsic Maine needed some love so the homeowner contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems to get the job done. Our System Design Specialist Daryl met with the homeowner and after analyzing the issues in the crawl space, designed a system that would meet the homeowners needs. Utilizing CleanSpace, Drainage Matting, SprayFoam and a SmartSump, this crawl space will now be protected. With this system, the homeowner will have peace of mind knowing that the CleanSpace encapsulates the crawl space and water collected by the SuperSump will be moved far from the house through a buried discharge line where it will no longer be a problem.

Homeowners reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems after their old basement sump pump had failed. We removed their old sump and installed a brand new SuperSump pump. The SuperSump can remove over 2,000 gallons of water per hour, keeping your basement dry during the heaviest of rains. Its air tight lid helps prevent odors, keeps debris away from the pump, and prevents moisture from evaporating back into the basement.

We helped this Bath, Maine home with repairs to their sloping floors. The homeowners were noticing problems upstairs, in addition to the sloping floors they also had doors that would stick and not shut properly. Moisture in the basement had weakened the support posts so we installed SmartJacks to stabilize the home. SmartJacks are zinc-coated steel posts that will not rust like traditional lally columns. Each SmarJack can support 60,000 lbs of weight, offering proper support to the home. SmartJacks can also be adjusted to lift and level the floors above.

This Arrowsic, ME, homeowner has lived in the home for over 30 years and has always had to deal with moisture in their crawl space. They noticed the problem getting worse in recent years, which raised their concerns about the issue. High moisture and humidity in a crawl space will lead to mold growth and eventually wood rot. Ready to take care of the issue and protect their home from damage, the homeowner booked a free estimate with TC Hafford Basement Systems. System Design Specialist Nima Farshid met with the homeowner and worked with them to design an encapsulation system that would keep the basement dry and protect the health of the home.   To fully encapsulate the crawl space, CleanSpace and Drainage Matting was installed to create an inorganic vapor barrier. Drainage Matting is a durable dimpled matting that is laid on the ground to create a gap between the dirt and CleanSpace. CleanSpace is constructed of a durable, 20-mil-thick, 7-layer polyethylene composition that’s reinforced by polyester cord. CleanSpace reduces moisture and humidity in the crawl space and helps to seal the area against cold drafts in the winter. CleanSpace bright white design helps to reflect light and illuminate the crawl space more, creating a perfect area for storage where the homeowners belongings will be safe. Now that the crawl space is fully encapsulated, the home is protected against moisture and mold and the homeowner can live in their home without having to be worried about their crawl space causing them anymore issues.

This crawl space in Bath, ME, was giving the homeowner a laundry list of issues that were causing them to spend money on costly repairs. Concerned about the water in their crawl space and pipes freezing during the winter months, this homeowner decided to take action and book a free estimate with TC Hafford Basement Systems. System Design Specialist Nick Ciciarelli worked with the homeowner to design a complete encapsulation system that would take care of the dirt floor, drafty walls, and the water coming into their basement.     The area was regraded, and Drainage Matting was laid on the ground to create an inorganic barrier between the dirt and the new Slab that needed to be poured. Before the new Slab could be poured, WaterGuard was installed around the perimeter to catch and channel water to the brand new TripleSafe Sump Pump with Battery Backup. The water has to go somewhere, so the TripleSafe is connected to an Exterior Buried Discharge that is protected against ice buildup with IceGuard installed. With the crawl space waterproofed, the new Slab was able to be poured, and SprayFoam was installed along the rim joists and walls where needed to insulate the crawl space and protect the pipes underneath the home from freezing. The last step in setting up this crawl space for success was the installation of a SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier that drains directly to the TripleSafe so the homeowner never has to empty a bucket and the crawl space stays at a safe humidity level all the time.     Now the homeowner is happy knowing their crawl space is no longer a nightmare and their home and family will be safer and healthier.