Job Stories

Our homeowners from Lincolnville, ME reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate after dealing with ongoing leak issues. The homeowners went so far as to rip up the carpet in their finished basement to evaluate the leak and were still unable to stop the water draining in. System Design Specialist Kathryn D. met with the homeowners to find a solution for their water troubles.    We installed a SuperSump Plus system. The SuperSump Plus pumps the water through an Exterior Buried Discharge line that takes it far from the home. The Discharge line is protected against ice buildup during the winter months with the installation of IceGuard. Water was leaking in around the perimeter of the basement, so WaterGuard was installed to catch the water and channel it to the SuperSump. Finishing out the full waterproofing system was the installation of a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. The SaniDry Sedona drains directly to the SuperSump, which allows the basement to be kept at a safe humidity level all of the time without the homeowner having to empty a bucket of water to keep it running. Now that the basement is waterproofed, the homeowner can use the space for storage without the worry of their belongings being damaged or costly repairs.

A Lincolnville, ME homebuyer was excited to close on their new house, however it had a wet basement they did not want to inherit. Their realtor recommended they contact TC Hafford Basement Systems so we could get them a free estimate on repairs. Our System Design Specialist Louis D. helped the homeowners and buyer come up with a plan to correct the water issues to help move the closing process along.    WaterGuard was installed around the perimeter and connected to a new SuperSump Plus. WaterGuard captures and channels water to the SuperSump. The SuperSump drains water out of the basement and through an Exterior Buried Discharge line that is protected against ice buildup with IceGuard. CleanSpace Wall System was installed to act as a vapor barrier where needed and channel any additional moisture from the walls to the WaterGuard. Finishing out the full waterproofing system was the installation of a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. The SaniDry Sedona drains directly to the SuperSump, which allows the basement to be kept at a safe humidity level all of the time without the homeowner having to empty a bucket of water to keep it running.     We were proud to be part of facilitating the closing on this house for both the sellers and buyers!

A homeowner in Belfast noticed a smell coming from their crawlspace. This smell was being created by mold growing on the walls. This was due to a high moisture content in the air of the crawlspace. Looking for professional help, the homeowner called TC Hafford Basement Systems. We had a representative sent to the home to inspect the basement and give the homeowner their free estimate. They decided on what work they wanted done and we got started. To eliminate the moisture entering the basement, we encapsulated the interior with a CleanSpace Liner. This liner is made of a solid plastic, able to hold back any water trying to find its way to the interior of the crawlspace. We then installed a SaniDry XP dehumidifier in the crawlspace. This dehumidifier will take in the moisture from the air, dry it out, and push it out into the further reaches of the crawlspace. This forces more moist air back toward the dehumidifier, creating a cycle of drying air. With these two systems working together, the moisture from the crawlspace has been completely eliminated, along with the proper atmosphere for mold growth. This homeowner should no longer experience a smell coming from their crawlspace.

Clogged gutters lead to overflowing water, damage to the roof of a home, and create situations where homeowners could get hurt on a ladder, especially during the winter months when ice can build up. Gutter Shutter’s unique design prevents clogging and allows the homeowner to enjoy the benefits of gutters without the headache they can leave them with. This Belfast, ME, homeowner was looking to replace their old clogged gutter with something new, so they called Gutter Shutter by TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate. System Design Specialist Josh Hamel met with the homeowner and worked with them to design a Gutter Shutter system that would protect their home from rainwater.       Gutter Shutter features a larger, six-inch aluminum build that is formed and cut on site to allow for a seamless design that can fit any size needed, whether the home requires a 2-foot section or a 90-foot section of gutter. With the integration of the shutter on top, pine needles, leaves, and even small critters such as squirrels are kept out of the gutter, preventing clogs. Since water is able to flow unobstructed even during heavy storms, ice buildup during the winter months isn’t a problem, and snow melting on the roof won’t turn into icicles that could potentially be dangerous to the homeowner. Gutters are necessary to prevent soil erosion and water runoff that could lead to larger, more expensive problems, such as water in a homeowners basement that could lead to damage and the loss of belongings. Gutter Shutter allows the homeowner to keep their home healthy and themselves safe from the dangers of climbing ladders to clear a clog.

When this homeowner in Charleston, ME began to notice a musty smell in their basement, they were unsure at first about what was causing the problem or how to remedy it. But after a google search and a free estimate from us at TC Hafford Basement Systems, they knew exactly what the problem was and what their options were for fixing it. They decided to have our crew solve the problem for them and hired us right away to get the job done! Once our installation crew arrived at the home, they got to work clearing away the accumulating moisture in the air of the basement that had been causing the issue. While the homeowners’ sump drain was removing any water from the floor, moisture building up in the air was still a problem. A SaniDry XP dehumidifier was installed on the floor of the basement to handle the airborne moisture. The damp air surrounding the SaniDry will now be pulled in and separated from the moisture. The dried air is then circulated back into the basement while the collected water travels through a pipe to a Condensate Pump nearby which removes the water from the home. Now that the atmosphere in this basement has been dried, this homeowners’ problem should soon be a thing of the past. The SaniDry XP dehumidifier will keep the air in this basement dry and healthy for years to come!

Two homeowners in Corinth were having trouble with water collecting in their basement. It wasn’t that the water was collecting in the wrong places, it would collect in the rather large sump. But the water would sit there a while before the pump could remove all of it. This was causing the air to become saturated with moisture. Moist air creates great living conditions for mold, so the homeowners needed a way to alleviate this moisture without altering their sump. After visiting a nearby home show, they gave TC Hafford Basement Systems a call. We sent out a crew to install a SaniDry XP. This dehumidifier would take all the moisture out of the air, and disperse the dry air throughout the basement. Maintaining a dry, mold free basement.

This Corinth, ME, homeowner has been dealing with water coming into their basement during heavy rains, leading to damage to the walls and carpet. Tired of having to shop vac water off the floor and wanting to protect their home from more costly damage, the homeowner called TC Hafford Basement Systems and booked a free estimate. System Design Specialist Craig Ziegenbein met with the homeowner, and together they worked on designing a waterproofing system to protect the basement.   To take care of the issue, parts of the wall were removed for the installation of WaterGuard. WaterGuard is installed in the problem areas along the perimeter of the space and under the slab to collect water and channel it to the new SuperSump Sump Pump. The SuperSump is capable of sucking up groundwater and the water channeled from the WaterGuard and pumping it out of the basement through the new Buried Discharge Line. The Buried Discharge takes the water far from the home where it won’t cause any issues, and with IceGuard built in, the system is protected against ice buildup, keeping the system running year round. With the waterproofing system installed, the homeowner is able to refinish their basement without their money and hard work going to waste, and the space will be protected against water in the future.

The Carmel Church had been having trouble with their basement. Water had been building up and causing a smell to emanate throughout the building. The owner of the church soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems by seeing us on TV, and gave us a call. We had a representative investigate the basement to give a free estimate of cost to the church. They gave us the go ahead and we got to work! We got started by excavating the interior perimeter of the basement. This new trench was filled with our WaterGuard pipe system. These pipes will capture water as it tries to enter through the walls or floor, and guide it to the sump. The WaterGuard is covered over with loose rocks and cement to hide it beneath the floor without hindering functionality. We then installed a SuperSump sump pump in the sump to evacuated the water. The water exits through a PVC discharge line. These two systems working in tandem will maintain a dry basement for the church for many years in the future.

A homeowner that lived in Carmel, ME had recently noticed their basement was taking on water during rainfall. This was a problem because the water could damage items this homeowner had in their basement. The cause of the water leakages was a crack that had opened up along one of their concrete walls. Looking for a way to solve this problem, the homeowner searched online and soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems. They called us right away to have their free estimate done. Once they heard their options, they gave us the go-ahead to get the job done! When our installaton crew arrived at the property, they began work on the crack right away by brushing away any debris with a coarse brush. This would allow the seal to set more firmly to the wall. An initial layer of sealant was applied inside the crack, beginning the installation of a FlexiSpan seal. Next, a foam mat was placed over the sealant, along the length of the crack. Finally, this foam was covered over by a second layer of sealant. This completes the FlexiSpan seal covering the crack, which will now lock out any future leaks. The FlexiSpan, as the name suggests, is flexible enough to shift with small changes in the shape of the crack to maintain a water-tight seal on the crack. This new FlexiSpan seal will ensure this basement no longer takes on any rainwater leaks through this crack. Now this homeowner can use their basement for storage without fearing water damage.

Without a proper pump in the floor of their basement, this homeowner living in Carmel, ME had been experiencing flooding. They would regularly need to manually remove water from their basement during the flooding to keep the water damage to a minimum. Looking to find a quick solution to their problem, the homeowner searched online and soon discovered us at TC Hafford Basement Systems. They called us right away to set up their free estimate and spoke with our sales representative soon after. Knowing we could solve their problem, the homeowner hired us to get the job done! When our installation crew arrived at the home, they got to work on the sump right away. To eliminate the build up of water on the basement floor, a TripleSafe sump system was installed in the existing sump. The TripleSafe system houses three pumps, each operating to keep the basement water-free. The first and secondary pumps both handle the bulk of the water, but the secondary pump will remain inactive unless the primary becomes overwhelmed or fails for any reason. The third pump is a battery-operated backup pump. This will ensure the basement is safe, even during storms that knock out the power. All of the collected water is forced up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line. Outside the home, our installation crew made two additions to the discharge line. The first of these additions was an IceGuard segment attached just beyond where the line left the home. This piece has special holes built into the sides of itself that allow for only trapped water to escape the line. This will protect the basement from ice or other debris blocking the line and causing a backup flood. Finally, a LawnScape discharge port was used to end the line. This piece covers the line with a grate, keeping out any solid debris that would otherwise cause blockages. Water flows from the end of the line here through the grate and drains into the ground harmlessly. With their newly installed sump pump, this homeowner can now experience a dry basement! The TripleSafe system will keep this basement dry for years down the road.