Job Stories

Cathy from Bernard was having trouble with water leaking into her basement through the corners. The water would be pushed in during heavy rains by what is known as hydrostatic pressure. Seeking a way to prevent the water build up, Cathy called TC Hafford Basement Systems. We were just the company she needed to get this job done! We began by digging out a trench encircling the basement floor. This is where we laid our WaterGuard piping system. This system will capture water as it enters the basement through the cement, and guide it to the sump. The WaterGuard is then covered with loose rocks and cement to hide it without stopping its function. We then installed a SmartSump sump pump, with an UltraSump backup battery attached. This will remove all the water collected by the WaterGuard, and remove it through a PVC discharge line. Even should the power go out in the home, the UltraSump will keep the pump pumping in any weather! Finally, we attached an IceGuard pipe piece to the discharge line on the exterior of the home. This will allow water to continue to flow even if the lower end of the pipe becomes blocked by ice or other debris. With these systems in place, Cathy will never need to worry about a leaking basement again!

A homeowner in Lee had a sump pump that just wasn’t getting the job done anymore. Water was starting to gather around the sump, and it was starting to cause the basement to smell. Needing a way to fix this sump problem, the homeowner got online and looked for a solution. They gave us a call and we had a representative take a look to see what could be done. The homeowner decided on what they wanted done and we got to work! We removed the old pump, and installed a TripleSafe sump pump. This sump has three separate pumps. One primary pump, one secondary pump in case the first stops working for any reason, and a battery powered third pump in case the power goes out. Finally, on the exterior of the home, we installed an IceGuard pipe. This section of PVC attaches to the discharge line and allows for water to continue to be pumped out of the basement even if the lower end of the pipe is blocked by ice or other debris. Now this homeowner once again has a working sump pump and a dry basement!

A homeowner in Madawaska was in the process of finishing their basement, but couldn’t due to wet conditions. Needing a way to stop the water before proceeding with their basement, the homeowner got online to find a fix. This is where they found TC Hafford Basement Systems. They called us right away and set up a meeting with our representative. We gave them their free estimate, and they chose what work they wanted done. We sent in our crew and got to work! We excavated the interior perimeter of the basement floor to begin work. We needed a trench surrounding the basement in order to waterproof it properly. In this trench, we laid down our WaterGuard pipe system. This is a specially designed pipe that captures water as it enters the basement through the walls or the floor. These pipes were covered over with loose rocks and cement to hide them without halting their function. The water collected in the WaterGuard follows the pipes to the sump in the basement. In the sump, we installed a SuperSump sump pump. This pump will take any and all water brought to it and force it up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. This homeowner can now pursue a nice finished basement without needing to worry about water damage. Thanks to WaterGuard, they will no longer have a wet basement!

WaterGuard Piping Keeps Madawaska, ME Basement Safe from FloodingStory: With a basement that would regularly take on water during any rainfall, a homeowner living in Madawaska was in need of some waterproofing. Unable to prevent the water from entering through their concrete foundation, this homeowner searched online for ways to solve their problem. They soon discovered us at TC Hafford Basement Systems and called us for a free estimate. After they heard their options, the homeowner had us begin work on their basement! Once our installation crew arrived, they started this waterproofing with the installation of WaterGuard piping. This required a shallow trench to be excavated into the perimeter of the concrete floor. The WaterGuard pipes were then laid within this trench before being buried by a fresh layer of concrete. Now inside the floor, these pipes will capture any incoming moisture, guiding it directly to the sump where we installed a SuperSump pump. This pump will force the collected water up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line. The SuperSump can handle up to 2,650 gallons of water per hour. This will ensure the sump is never overwhelmed by heavy rain. With their basement waterproofing complete, this homeowner is now without worry during any rainfall, knowing their new WaterGuard piping system is keeping their basement floor dry.

A homeowner in Bass Harbor had a problem with water leaking into his basement. This water would gather into pools, and then begin to flood the basement. Needing the basement space for storage, the homeowner required an immediate fix for this problem, before water damage ruined their belongings. After a quick search on the internet, the homeowner found TC Hafford Basement Systems. We received the call and dispatched a representative to inspect the basement, then give a free estimate to the homeowner. They decided on what options worked best for them, and we started work! We began by digging up the interior perimeter of the basement floor. This gave us a trench to lay down our WaterGuard pipe system. These pipes are then covered over with loose rocks and cement to home it in place. It will then capture water as it tries to enter the basement through the walls or floor. Next, we installed a SuperSump sump pump. This will take the water collected in the WaterGuard pipes and force it up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. Once outside the house, we attached an IceGuard section to the discharge line. This will allow water to continue to flow should the lower end of the discharge line become blocked by ice or other debris. Now this homeowner can rest assured their belonging will no longer be at risk of water damage, thanks to WaterGuard!

This homeowner living in Bass Harbor, ME had recently noticed a musty smell beginning to take root in their crawlspace. The smell was a sign of a moisture problem in the space, and this homeowner knew just who to call. Having used our services before, they called us at TC Hafford Basement Systems to set up a free estimate. After they met with our sales representative, they were ready to move forward with the installation right away. Once our installation crew arrived at the home, they got started on the crawlspace right away. To eliminate the moisture in the air and take care of the musty smell problem bothering the homeowner, a SaniDry XP dehumidifier was installed. The SaniDry will dry the space by pulling in the damp air surrounding itself and separating the water from the air. The newly dried air is then circulated back into the space, cycling more damp air towards the intake until the space is filled with dry air once again. The collected water is then fed through some piping to the sump in the basement. Here it is forced out of the home through a PVC discharge line. Now this homeowner should notice the musty smell dissipate along with the moisture problem. The SaniDry XP dehumidifier will ensure the air in this space stays dry and healthy for years into the future.

A homeowner in Southwest Harbor owned a home with a damp crawlspace. The space would usually take on water during rain, and then the water would persist within the space for several days afterword. This created a very moist atmosphere, the perfect environment for mold growth. Asking around for potential solutions, the homeowner was quickly referred to TC Hafford Basement Systems. They called us right away and we were on the job! To begin, we laid a Drainage Matting along the wall/floor joint surrounding the crawlspace. This mat will hold back some of the moisture entering through the soil, giving it time to drain back out. We then encapsulated the crawlspace with a CleanSpace Liner. CleanSpace is a thin plastic sheet that covers the floor, and all of the walls within the crawlspace to lock out any water that would have otherwise leaked in. With these two barriers in place, moisture will no longer be able to access this crawlspace; Protecting this homeowner from any problems involving mold, or water damage.

A homeowner living in Southwest Harbor, ME was having some water troubles in their basement. Water would gather across the surface of the basement floor if too much water entered the space for their sump to handle. Needing this water problem dealt with as soon as possible, the homeowner searched online for a solution. They soon discovered TC Hafford Basement Systems and called us right away to set up their free estimate. They liked the sound of what we could get done in the space and hired us to get started! When our installation crew arrived at the home they began by installing a SuperSump sump pump within the existing sump pit; making some minor adjustments to the size of the hole. The SuperSump will now take in water trying to gather on this basement floor and pump it out of the home through a discharge line. An UltraSump backup battery was attached to a nearby wall and connected to the SuperSump. The UltraSump will allow the SuperSump to remain operational during any power outages that would otherwise impair the system. Outside the home, two additions were made to the discharge line that carries the water away from the home. An IceGuard pipe segment was attached to the line just beyond where it exits the home. The IceGuard will protect the home against any ice or debris blocking the lower end of the line. Any water trapped by a blockage is able to escape the line through holes in the IceGuard piece. Finally, a LawnScape cap piece was used to end the line. This piece has a grate over the end so that the water can flow onto the lawn while outside debris is kept from entering the pipe. Now that they have a proper sump system in place, this homeowner will no longer need to worry about finding a flooded basement during heavy rainfall. The SuperSump & UltraSump combination will ensure this basement floor stays dry for years to come!

Shortly after winter one year, this Southwest Harbor, ME homeowner noticed a crack in their basement was letting in water as the snow thawed out. The homeowner, worried about water damage, looked online for a solution to their problem. After discovering TC Hafford Basement Systems, they gave us a call to receive a free estimate on possible solutions. They soon met with our sales representative and agreed to have our crew take care of the crack in their basement wall. When our installation crew arrived at the home, they were tasked with sealing this crack with a three-part FlexiSpan seal. To prep the crack for sealant, a coarse brush was used to clear the crack of debris. The fist layer of sealant was then applied within the crack. This layer was covered by a foam mat that would become the core of the finished seal. Finally, a second layer of sealant was laid over the top of the crack, locking the FlexiSpan against the wall and keeping out any future leakages. The foam core within the FlexiSpan, as the name suggests, will allow the seal to adjust to any slight changes in the overall shape of the crack, should the wall shift at all. With the crack sealed, this homeowner will no longer take on water in their home during each coming spring. The FlexiSpan seal will keep this basement water-free for years down the road!

Tired of cleaning out their clogged gutters and wanting to get the problem solved quickly, this Bar Harbor, ME homeowner reached out to Gutter Shutter by TC Hafford Basement Systems. System Design Specialist Nima Farshid met with the homeowner and worked with them to design the gutter system of their dreams. With many colors to choose from, the homeowner was able to pick a Gutter Shutter system that matched their home. With the larger 6-inch gutter with a built-in shutter, the homeowner never has to climb a ladder to unclog their gutters ever again.