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A homeowner in South Bristol was having trouble with a leaky crawlspace. Water would regularly come in through the far corner, and flood the rest of the space. The homeowner was in desperate need of a way to fix this problem. She soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems online and got in contact with us as soon as she could! We had a representative take a look at the crawlspace, give a free estimate, and then we got to work! To solve the homeowner’s problem, we encapsulated the entire crawlspace with a CleanSpace Liner. This will hold back any and all moisture trying to seep into the interior of the crawlspace. Now this homeowner’s problems are a thing of the past!

Living with a damp basement was not the ideal situation for this South Bristol, ME homeowner. Without a concrete floor or proper waterproofing below their home, this homeowner needed a way to keep the water at bay. After a quick search online, they soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems and called us right away to find out what we could do to help. After our sales representative went gave the homeowner their free estimate, our crew was later able to get started on the waterproofing of this basement. Once our installation crew arrived at the home, their first task was to pour a concrete slab across the surface of the floor. Within this new slab, both a WaterGuard piping system and a SuperSump sump pump were installed. The WaterGuard pipes are situated below the surface of the slab, around the outer most edge. Here, the water that would typically leak into the basement will flor into the slits along the pipes and become trapped within. The collected water is then guided through the floor to the SuperSump to be pumped out of the home before ever reaching the surface of the slab. The water flows out of the home through a PVC discharge pipe; where it is carried a distance from the home before terminating through a LawnScape port. This piece on the end of the line has a grate covering the exit that will prevent most debris from entering the pipe. Just beyond where the discharge pipe exits the home, an IceGuard pipe segment was implemented. This section of pipe has upward facing holes that allow for water blocked within the line to escape without flooding the basement. With these improvements to their basement, this homeowner can now use the space without worrying about the mildew or dampness. The WaterGuard system beneath the floor will keep this basement dry for years to come!

With a pool of water regularly forming on the porch in front of their home, this South Bristol, ME homeowner was worried the water would soon find its way into their basement. Looking for a way to prevent their basement from flooding, they searched online and soon discovered our TC Hafford Basement Systems website. The homeowner called us shortly after to ask about receiving their free estimate and we scheduled their appointment with our sales representative! During their meeting, they were given a detailed explanation on what we could do to solve their problem and they hired us to get the job taken care of as soon as possible. Once our installation crew arrived at the home, they got started on waterproofing this basement by excavating a space for a sump system to be put in. Here, in the natural low point of the floor, a SuperSump pump was installed. This device will take in any water leaking into the basement and force it up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line. The SuperSump is capable of remove over 2,600 gallons of water every hour, plenty of power to keep this basement water-free. Finally, outside the home we attached an IceGuard pipe segment just beyond where the discharge line leaves the basement. This piece of specialized piping has holes built into the sides that will not affect normal water flow. However, these holes will allow for water blocked by ice or debris to escape the line without backing up into the basement. With these additions to their basement, this homeowner can remain assured the water outside their home won’t pool up on their basement floor. The SuperSump system will ensure this basement stays dry in the future!

Walpole, Maine homeowners were experiencing high moisture and musty smells from their finished basement. They contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems for help to keep the space protected. We installed a SaniDry Sedona, which is a high efficiency air system with a MERV8 filter to handle allergens, as well as dehumidification to control moisture and reduce odors. 

A homeowner in Walpole had an exceptionally moist crawlspace. The moisture content was high enough to enable mold to grow within the space, creating an unhealthy atmosphere. Needing the moisture kept out, the homeowner got online and searched for a solution. They soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems, and upon receiving their free estimate, hired us to get the job done! To hold moisture back, we lined the wall/floor joint of the crawlspace with a Drainage Matting. This will allow the moisture to drain back into the surrounding soil before reaching the center of the space. We then encapsulated the crawlspace with a CleanSpace Liner. This liner is made of a thin plastic, and will completely lock out any moisture that would have otherwise found its way into the space. Finally, we installed a SaniDry CX dehumidifier in the crawlspace. This dehumidifier will take all of the moisture from the air, and pump the dry air back into the space. With these sheets laid, and the dehumidifier removing moisture, the mold will die off, leaving behind a dry, healthy crawlspace.

When this homeowner living in Walpole, ME began having water problems below their home, they were sure their sump pump would take care of it. But with the water gathering in puddles across the floor, the homeowner found themselves having to sweep the water over to the sump in order for it to be pumped out. To solve this problem, they took to the internet and soon discovered TC Hafford Basement Systems. They called us to see what we could offer them, and we set them up with their free estimate. When they knew we could solve their problem, they hired us to get the job done. As soon as our installation crew arrived at the home, they got started on the concrete floor by excavating a shallow trench into the perimeter. Here, WaterGuard piping was laid, surrounding the basement. These pipes have special slits along their bottom-edges, to trap leaking moisture before it reaches the surface of the floor. After installation, they are buried below a layer of loose rocks and then concrete to seal them within the floor without hindering their function. The water trapped within the WaterGuard is then guided below the floor directly to the sump where it will be removed from the home without first building up on the floor of the basement. With this new addition to their basement, the gathering water on this homeowner’s basement floor will become a thing of the past. The WaterGuard piping will keep this floor water-free for years to come!

A homeowner in Hartland noticed he had a crack in the wall of his basement. This crack in the foundation was a highway for water from the surrounding soil to enter into the basement through. After not being able to stop this water himself, the homeowner searched online for a solution. He soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems and contacted us to set up a meeting. He received his free estimate and then we got to work! To seal the crack, we needed to apply FlexiSpan; A flexible structure able to hold back moisture while adhering to the crack. We began by filling the crack with a layer of sealant. This primary layer is then covered over with a foam matting. This mat gives the structure its flexibility. Finally, we applied another layer of sealant over the top of the matting. This completes the FlexiSpan, locking out any moisture. The flexibility of this seal will allow the FlexiSpan to bend, and stay over the crack should the basement wall move in any wall. With FlexiSpan in place, this homeowner has a dry basement floor again; Which will hopefully stay that way!

System Design Specialist Mark S. helped new homeowners to waterproof their 100 year old basement. It previously had dirt floors allowing water to leak right in any time it rained. We poured a new slab floor with WaterGuard perimeter drainage system. WaterGuard connects to the TripleSafe sump pump to pump the water away from the home through an exterior buried discharge line. A SaniDry Sedona helps control the humidity in the space by removing over 100 pints of water from the air per day. The basement has been totally transformed to stay dry all the time!

System Design Specialist Mark S. met with buyers under contract on this Canaan, Maine home. One foundation wall was severely shifting with cinder blocks bowing out of place. Hydrostatic pressure from water in the ground pushing against the wall was causing it to shift and move. Mark proposed installing StableLock Wall system, which involves pouring a new concrete wall against the failing wall. Our patented system with specialized bracing prevents the old wall from any further movement without having the cost of major excavation. 

Homeowners reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate to repair their leaking basement. System Design Specialist Alan N. met with the homeowners who explained they often had leaking at the cove joint, where the foundation walls meet the floor. We installed a combination of WaterGuard perimeter drainage and TrenchDrain around the entire basement. WaterGuared is placed along the cove joint, and TrenchDrain helps in areas where there may be a higher capacity, such as near units that may condensate. A TripleSafe sump pump was also added, connecting to the WaterGuard to capture the moisture and pump it away from the home. The TripleSafe features two Zoeller pumps, and a third battery backup pump that keeps the system operating even if the home loses power.