Job Stories

Hampden, ME homeowners had water entering their basement in multiple areas, as well as getting moldy. They reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate to waterproof the area. Our System Design Specialist Craig Z. evaluated their basement and came up with a plan to keep everything dry. We installed WaterGuard around the perimeter of the basement to channel and water and moisture to the brand new TripleSafe sump pump. The TripleSafe features two Zoeller sumps and a battery-powered backup so it will work even if the power fails. It drains water out of the basement and through an Exterior Buried Discharge line that is protected against ice buildup in the winter with IceGuard. The homeowners can relax knowing they no longer have mold and messy basement issues!

Homeowners in Newburgh, Maine were experiencing water intrusion problems in their basement. They had called a plumber to address the water, however the plumber recommended TC Hafford Basement Systems since the water leakage was a basement problem, not a plumbing issue. To waterproof the space we first poured a new slab floor with WaterGuard perimeter drainage system. WaterGuard connects to their new SuperSump pump, channeling water directly to the sump to be pumped away from the home. CleanSpace Wall System was installed on the walls as a vapor barrier to seal out moisture. CleanSpace is made of an inorganic material, so it also prevents mold growth. These products work together seamlessly to keep the basement a dry, usable space. 

Homeowners in Hampden, Maine wanted help with their field stone "mess of a basement". We were able to fully transform their space, as well as waterproof the basement to protect their home and mechanical systems. We installed StableLock Wall to repair their failing field stone wall. StableLock is a poured concrete wall that abuts the failing wall, preventing the bad wall from any further shifting or bowing, while giving the home the proper support it needs. We also poured a new slab floor, an upgrade from their old dirt and broken slab floor. WaterGuard perimeter drainage was installed, connected to their new TripleSafe Sump Pump. We also installed a SaniDry Sedona high efficiency air system to control the humidity in the basement, preventing moisture problems. 

A homeowner living in Searsport, ME had been experiencing some difficulties keeping water from gathering across their basement floor. They were in need of a system to remove the water from the basement more efficiently than their current sump drain. They soon found us at TC Hafford Basement Systems after a short search online. Once they called us and received their free estimate, they decided to have us waterproof their basement the right way! Once our installation crew arrived at the home they began by installing a SmartSump sump pump in the old sump drain. This pump will take in any water entering the sump, forcing it up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line. Next, a SaniDry CX dehumidifier was installed within the space to clear out any moisture building up in the air. The SaniDry will take in the damp air around itself, passing any collected water on to the sump for removal while circulating the dried air back into the basement. Outside the home, two pipe pieces were attached to the discharge line before our crew was finished. The first was an IceGuard pipe section attached just beyond where the line exits the home. This pipe segment has special angled holes built-in which allow any trapped water to escape before backing up the discharge line. This will protect the home from any ice or debris blockages in the lower-line. Finally, a LawnScape piece was used to cap the end of the line. This will pleasantly blend the line in with the lawn, so that the water can drain away into the ground away from the home. With their newly upgraded sump system, this homeowner will no longer need to worry about manually keeping their basement dry. The SmartSump and SaniDry will take care of any water removal needed.

System Design Specialist Kathryn D. met with a Searsport, ME homeowner to give a free estimate on spray foam insulation. The homeowner had a sunroom over a crawlspace, and over the years red squirrels had eaten away at the old fiberglass insulation. To help keep the sunroom insulated, the homeowner wanted spray foam insulation installed. Spray foam specialist Travis L. completed the installation to protect the crawl space. Our homeowner can enjoy a warmer sunroom and savings on their energy bill!

A homeowner from Bradford had a problem with the slab poured for his garage. This slab was incorrectly installed, and was now shifting and creating a void. Needing this void to be filled, the homeowner looked online for a way to get this done. After coming across TC Hafford Basement Systems, the choice was obvious. The homeowner contacted us and we sent over a representative to give a free estimate. Shortly after, we got to work! Our crew needed to fill the void forming underneath the slab. To accomplish this goal, we used PolyLevel. PolyLevel is a foam spray that will fill an area entirely, then solidify and maintain that form. We injected the PolyLevel, which filled the void, realigned the slab with its original position, and helped support the garage slab from further shifting. Now the void is filled and the homeowner can be confident this problem won’t happen again!

A homeowner in Winterport with a flooding basement was seeking a way to stop the water. It would flood during heavy rains, and the water would stick around for a few days after. The homeowner got online to find their answer. They soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems and called us right away. We sent out our representative to inspect the basement and gave the homeowner their free estimate. They gave us the go ahead and our crew got to work! We excavated the interior perimeter of the basement floor to begin with. The debris was then carried out of the basement. We also dug out a sump for the homeowner that the new trench lead to. We then laid down our WaterGuard pipe system in the trench, and covered it with loose rocks and cement to conceal it without hindering functionality. The specially designed pipes will capture any water trying to enter the basement through the walls or floor. Then this water will be guided to the sump we dug out. Within this sump, we installed a TripleSafe sump pump. The TripleSafe contains three pumps to keep the basement dry 24/7. A primary and secondary pump for the bulk of the water, then a battery-backup pump to operate when the power goes out. Finally, we installed a SaniDry XP dehumidifier. This will suck in the moist air surrounding it, dry it out, then push it out into the further reaches of the basement. This cycles more moist air back to the SaniDry, continuing until all of the moisture has been removed from the basement. These systems working together is a sure-fire way to maintain a dry, healthy basement. Never again will this homeowner need to deal with a flooded basement while living in this home.

This Winterport, ME, homeowner was looking to save money on their energy bill and have a more energy-efficient home. Their crawlspace wasn’t sealed, which allowed cold air to seep in, leading to higher heating bills. Wanting to take care of the issue and create a more comfortable home, the homeowner scheduled a free estimate with Dr. Energy Saver by TC Hafford Basement Systems. System Design Specialist Nima Farshid met with the homeowner, and they worked together to design a crawl space encapsulation system that would help them achieve a more energy-efficient home.   The space needed to be encapsulated to create an inorganic barrier between the outside elements and the crawl space. Drainage Matting was laid down, which features large, stiff dimples that create a gap. CleanSpace is laid on top of the Drainage Matting and attached to the walls. CleanSpace encapsulates the crawl space, and with the white coating, CleanSpace helps to brighten the area, making it ideal for storage. Finally, SprayFoam was installed around the rim joist and where necessary. Now the homeowner is able to live in a more comfortable home without having to continuously change their thermostat and while saving money on their energy bill.

Winterport, ME homeowner reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for help with their leaking basement. The owner noticed water coming in from heavy rains and spring run off. System Design Specialist Craig Z. met with the owner to evaluate the basement. We installed a TripleSafe Sump Pumps system, along with a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. The SaniDry Sedona drains directly to the TripleSafe, 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. The homeowner can relax knowing the basement is protected and will not have to deal with a wet mess any more.

A homeowner in Islesboro had a basement which they were in the process of finishing. This basement, however, had a moisture problem, which was causing mold growth, and an unpleasant smell. Requiring professional help, the homeowner called TC Hafford Basement Systems after hearing about us from a friend. We got them their free estimate, and then we got to work! Within the basement, we installed a SaniDry XP dehumidifier. The SaniDry will take in the air immediately surrounding itself. This air is then dried out and pushed back into the further reaches of the basement. This causes the air in between to be forced towards the SaniDry, creating a cycle until all of the moisture is gone. With this new dehumidifier in place, the environment in which mold thrives had been entirely removed. Eliminating this homeowners problem!