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Living in South Thomaston, ME, a homeowner had recently begun to have water build up in their basement during rainfall. With a concrete foundation around their basement, not only was this homeowner unsure how the water was getting in, but they were also unsure how to stop the leakage. When asking around about solutions, they were soon referred to call us at TC Hafford Basement Systems to receive a free estimate on repairs. After receiving their estimate, the homeowner gave us the go-ahead to get started on the solution. When our installation crew arrived at the property, to intercept the water before it reaches the surface of the floor, they began by excavating the perimeter of the concrete floor. This created a shallow trench around the outer edge of the floor. Here, WaterGuard pipes were laid, surrounding the basement floor. Buried beneath loose rocks and concrete, the WaterGuard pipes will now capture any moisture leaking through the floor using small slits along the lower edges of the pipes. The water trapped within the WaterGuard is then guided trough the floor directly to the sump to be removed from the home. Within the sump, a SuperSump pump was installed. With the WaterGuard feeding directly into the new pump, the water can be removed from the home without ever reaching the interior of the basement in the future. The SuperSump forces the water up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line at a rate of over 2,600 gallons per hour. Nearby, an UltraSump backup battery was attached to the SuperSump. This device will power the SuperSump during power-outages; maintaining a dry basement even during harsh storms. The UltraSump will allow the SuperSump to operate for up to 11,000 gallons of water before requiring a charge. Now that this homeowner has proper basement waterproofing beneath their home, they should no longer experience a flooding basement. The WaterGuard & SuperSump pump will work together to ensure that!

Looking to finish their basement, this South Thomaston, ME homeowner had a few problems to tackle before they could do anything. With water leaking into the basement through the concrete foundation, this homeowner required assistance with keeping the water at bay. Shortly after seeing TC Hafford on their TV, they called us to set up a time to receive their free estimate. Once they spoke with our sales representative, the homeowner hired us to solve their water problem for them right away! As soon as our installation crew arrived at the home, their first task was to eliminate the moisture problem. This was done by burying a WaterGuard piping system below fresh concrete, within the perimeter of the basement floor. These pipes capture moisture traveling through the floor, guiding it to the sump where it will be removed from the basement without reaching the floors surface. Next, BrightWall panels were used to cover the concrete walls of the basement. These panels will brighten up the interior of this basement with their light coloring as well as providing further protection against moisture leaking through the concrete walls. Any moisture caught between the BrightWall and the foundation will funnel down into the WaterGuard and swiftly flow out of the home. With the leaking water dealt with and the bright new walls, this homeowner can finally move forward with their plans to use their basement as a livable space! The WaterGuard piping will ensure no water makes it onto this basement floor in the future.

Homeowners in South Thomaston, Maine reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for help with their wet crawl space. They were interested in learning more about vapor barriers as a solution to their water problem. We installed our two-step encapsulation system, including drainage matting and CleanSpace vapor barrier. Drainage matting controls the groundwater underneath the CleanSpace liner, channeling the water to their new TripleSafe sump pump to be removed. CleanSpace not only seals out moisture, but also prevents mold growth due to being an inorganic material. Lastly, we installed Spray Foam insulation on the walls and rim joists, providing immediate energy efficiency for the home, and helping to seal out air and moisture.

A homeowner in Sebec noticed he had a basement wall that was leaning inward. The cinder blocks that composed the wall were starting to bend inward under the pressure of the surrounding soil. Having been asking around for ways to fix this wall, the homeowner soon heard about TC Hafford Basement Systems. He called us right away and we had our representative head over to the home to inspect the wall and give a free estimate. After the homeowner gave us the go ahead, our crew got to work! To hold the wall in place, we needed to reinforce the wall with more support. This is why we installed PowerBrace against the basement wall. PowerBrace is made up of several steel I-beams spread out along the wall. These are secured into place at the foot of the wall, and attached to the wooden joists in the ceiling. The ceiling attachment is adjustable, allowing us to form the PowerBrace tightly against the wall. This will apply pressure to the wall, and over time, realign it with its original position. We will return to this basement at a later date to tighten the braces for the homeowner, finishing the PowerBrace installation. With PowerBrace in place, this homeowner now no longer fears his basement wall potentially caving in!

A couple living in Sebec, ME were looking to renovate their basement and turn it into a livable space. But without proper waterproofing, outside moisture would leak in through their concrete foundation and cause problems. Needing a way to keep the water out of the space, they searched online for a solution. When they found us at TC Hafford Basement Systems, they called right away to set up their free estimate. Knowing their options, they hired us to solve their wet basement problems. Upon arriving at the home, our installation crew got started by excavating a shallow trench into the perimeter of the concrete basement floor. This enabled them to then lay WaterGuard piping down, surrounding the space. Covered in loose rocks and concrete to seal the pipes without hindering their function, the WaterGuard will take in leaking moisture through small slits along the bottom edge of each pipe. This water is now guided through the floor to the sump where a SuperSump pump was installed. The water fed to the SuperSump is forced up and out of the home through a discharge line. This discharge line carries the water a distance from the home before depositing it on the lawn. The end of this line was fitted with a LawnScape discharge port. This piece has the open end covered by a grate, allowing the water to flow freely while blocking any debris from entering the line to cause problems. Just beyond where the discharge line exits the home, an IceGuard pipe segment was implemented into the line. The IceGuard section has upward facing holes that only allow for water trapped in the line to escape. This will prevent ice from blocking the line and causing a backup into the home. With their newly waterproofed basement, these homeowners can now use their basement as a livable space without the need to worry about leaking water ruining their belongings. The WaterGuard piping will keep this basement floor water-free for years to come!

A homeowner in Rockland was looking for a way to clear his crawlspace of water. It would almost always have water gathered in two of the corners. Especially during spring. Fearing the water would damage the structure of the house, the homeowner searched for a solution. He soon came across TC Hafford Basement Systems online and called us to receive his free estimate. We had a representative at the home in now time for the inspection. After the homeowner chose what work they wanted done we were able to start working! We began by digging out a sump, and installing a SmartSump sump pump. This will take any water gathered in the crawlspace and evacuate it through a PVC discharge line. We then lined the interior wall/floor joint with a Drainage Matting. This mat will hold back water coming in through this joint, allowing it time to drain away before making its way to the interior of the crawlspace. Next, we encapsulated the crawlspace with a CleanSpace Liner. This locks out any moisture trying to enter through the walls or floor of the crawlspace. Forcing it all to either drain back away naturally or through the sump. Finally, we installed a SaniDry CX dehumidifier. This dehumidifier will take the leftover moisture, and any future moisture out of the air, creating and maintaining a dry and healthy atmosphere. With these systems in place, the interior of this homeowner’s crawlspace will remain dry for many years to come. He no longer has to fear water damage!

We recently helped homeowners in Rockland, Maine to waterproof their basement. The basement would take on water with heavy rains, and they were tired of dealing with cleaning up the wet mess. We installed our TripleSafe sump pump system, which is the top of the line pump. The TripleSafe has two Zoeller pumps, which can handle a combined capacity of over 6,000 gallons per hour in high capacity events. There is a third battery back-up pump that operates when the home loses power. Water is pumped away from the home through an exterior buried discharge line, which has IceGuard on the exterior to protect it from freezing in the winter.

Sagging floors are often caused by moisture issues in a basement, due to the moisture causing mold or rot issues on the wooden support beams and floor joists. This was the case with a Rockland, Maine basement we recently helped. We installed SmartJacks, which are zinc-coated steel posts that are custom fit to provide proper support to the floors. SmartJacks will never rust, and they can even be adjusted to lift the floors back to level. We also installed a SaniDry Sedona, which is a high efficiency air system that controls the humidity to a healthy level. The SaniDry Sedona will help keep the basement dry so moisture does not continue to affect the home.

We recently helped Rockland, Maine homeowners with their foundation repair project. To address their bowing wall, we poured a new StableLock Wall next to the original wall. StableLock Wall is a new concrete wall that is secured in place with a patented system, and prevents the failing wall from further shifting without having to lift the home or excavate. CleanSpace Wall System was then installed on the walls as a vapor barrier to keep moisture out. SmartJacks and a new supplemental beam were added for extra support to the sagging floors above.

In Rockland, ME, a homeowner faced a persistent and concerning issue in their basement: regular water intrusion and the risk of future flooding. This ongoing trouble led them to seek out reliable solutions and ultimately contact us, TC Hafford Basement Systems, particularly interested in our expertise with sump pumps. Our proposed solution involved the installation of two essential components: the TripleSafe Sump Pump and the WaterGuard system. The TripleSafe Sump Pump provides next-level flood protection with its unique design, which includes a battery-powered backup, preventing outages from leaving the basement exposed to water damage. Meanwhile, the WaterGuard drainage system discretely channels water away, settling seamlessly along the basement's perimeter and avoiding any risk of clogging. As a result, the basement is now safeguarded against water issues, allowing the homeowner to enjoy peace of mind. This successful installation demonstrates our dedication to providing WOW service, surpassing the homeowner's expectations with both excellence and professionalism.