Job Stories

A homeowner in Vinalhaven was looking to finish their basement. But before they started that, they wanted to make sure their crawlspace would no longer get water during rain. After the homeowner heard about TC Hafford from a friend, he gave us a call and we got to work! In order to waterproof the crawlspace in the home, we had to put down a Drainage Matting around the inside perimeter of the crawlspace. This would prevent water coming in from making its way toward the center of the crawlspace, while giving it time to drain back out of the crawlspace. We then lined the inside of the crawlspace with a CleanSpace Liner. This completely seals the crawlspace off from incoming moisture, guaranteeing a dry crawlspace for the homeowner. Now he can finish his basement without fear of water damage!

Veazie, ME homeowners reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for support with their very wet basement. They had an old sump pump that was not working properly and failing to keep up with the incoming water. We installed a brand new TripleSafe sump pump system, the top of the line pump for basements. The TripleSafe features two Zoeller pumps to protect against pump failure, as well as a battery back up so the pump keeps working even if the home loses power in a storm. Our homeowners in Veazie can now rest easy!

A homeowner in Bangor was having trouble with water leaking into their basement, through the walls and the floor. This water is pressed in by what is called hydrostatic pressure. This allows the water to slowly pass through even concrete during heavy rains. The homeowner needed a way to keep the water out, and after hearing about TC Hafford Basement Systems from a previously satisfied customer, they gave us a call. We had a representative head over to the home to inspect the basement, and give the homeowner a free estimate. They decided on what work they wanted done, and we got to work! Our crew began by digging up the interior perimeter of the basement floor. This gave us a trench to bury our WaterGuard pipe system in. The WaterGuard, after being laid in the trench, was buried with loose rocks and cement. This hides the pipes without hurting functionality. This special pipe system will capture water as it enters the basement, guiding it out of the basement through the sump. Not allowing water time to leak onto the basement floor. Now this homeowner is without worry when it comes to a moist basement. The WaterGuard will ensure a dry basement floor for many years to come.

We recently helped homeowners in Veazie, Maine to add Spray Foam insulation in their basement. We installed spray foam along the rim joists and upper walls, creating an air tight seal and providing immediate energy improvements for the whole home.

Veazie, Maine homeowners wanted to add Spray Foam insulation to their basement. We installed it on the rim joists around the perimeter of the space. Spray Foam expands to fill any gaps, creating an air tight seal. Homeowners typically report immediate improvements to the energy efficiency of their home after the installation.

This Bangor, ME, homeowner loved their home that was built in the 1880’s but knew that they would have to fix the foundation as soon as they purchased the home. Over time, the foundation began shifting and falling in. Worried about their home and the safety of their family, the homeowner called TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate. System Design Specialist Craig Ziegenbein worked with the homeowner to design a StableLock Wall System that would fix their foundation without the need of lifting their home. The standard process to fully repair a failing foundation would be lifting the home while a new foundation can be installed. Using modern concrete forming and shoring methods, StableLock is able to fill in the voids of the existing foundation and stabilize it without the need for the family to ever leave their home. StableLock is more affordable and leaves the homeowner with a fresh, smooth wall with all of the best qualities of a new foundation.

This Bangor, Maine crawl space was constantly damp, causing the wooden support beams to weaken from the moisture. We encapsulated the crawl space with CleanSpace vapor barrier to seal out moisture. We also installed SmartJacks posts to support the wooden beams, ensuring the home stays structurally sound.

A homeowner in Millinocket was experiencing moisture gathering in their crawlspace. This was immediately an issue, because moisture can lead to mold and rot. This will soon affect the supports of the house, potentially leading to permanent damage. The homeowner took to the internet to find a solution. They soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems and gave us a call. We had a representative inspect the basement, and go over potential fixes with the homeowner. Once the homeowner decided on what they wanted done, we had a crew go in and get to work! To start, we installed a Drainage Matting, which will help keep water out by allowing any built up water pass through and out of the home. We then used a CleanSpace Liner to completely seal the crawlspace. This liner encapsulates the crawlspace, covering every inch. This will lock out any moisture and keep the crawlspace dry. Finally we installed a SmartSump sump pump to further protect the crawlspace from water. This pump will take any water and push it up and out of the home. This homeowner no longer needs to worry about moisture making its way into their crawlspace.

Homeowners in Millinocket, Maine were preparing to sell their home and wanted to address the cracked and bowing foundation wall in their basement. We installed PowerBraces to repair the wall. PowerBraces are steel posts that are placed to prevent further shifting, and over time can be adjusted to help straighten the wall back to its original position. The foundation has proper support, so the homeowners can safely put their home on the market without any red flags.

When this Castine, ME homeowner began to notice signs of moisture build up in their basement, they were worried the problem might develop into something detrimental. To put an end to the moisture, the homeowner called us at TC Hafford Basement Systems after they were referred to us by a friend. After speaking with our office staff about their free estimate, the homeowner was visited by our sales representative who then explained the solutions for the developing problem. The homeowner hired us right away to take care of their basement moisture build up! Once on the property, our installation crew began work on the basement with the objective of clearing out the moisture and providing a dry, healthy atmosphere for the homeowner. To achieve this, a SaniDry XP dehumidifier was installed on the floor of the basement. This was then connected to the existing sump in the floor of the space. The SaniDry will take in the surrounding air and separate any moisture from it. The collected water flows directly to the sump for removal while the dried air is circulated back into the basement. This circulation will cycle more damp air back to the SaniDry, continuing the process until the entire basement is free of moisture. With their basement now dry, this homeowner is much more comfortable while using the space. The SaniDry XP will keep the air within this basement within acceptable humidity levels for years into the future.