Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

We helped homeowners in Hallowell, Maine who were interested in having new concrete flooring installed in their basement, as well as insulation. When we poured the new concrete floor we also installed WaterGuard perimeter drainage system, which collects groundwater and channels it to the new TripleSafe sump pump to be pumped away from the home. Spray Foam insulation was installed on the walls and rim joists to improve the energy efficiency of the space. Spray Foam is water and mold resistant, so it is a great option to use in basements and crawl spaces.

This Oakland, ME, homeowner has been dealing with issues during rain events where their sump wouldn’t work, leaving up to three inches of water in the basement that they use for storage. The homeowner didn’t want to risk their belongings being damaged, so they called TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate.

The old sump was no longer doing the job, so it was removed and replaced with a brand new SuperSump Plus system. The SuperSump Plus pumps the water through an Exterior Buried Discharge line that takes it far from the home. The Discharge line is protected against ice buildup during the winter months with the installation of IceGuard. Water was leaking in around the perimeter of the basement, so WaterGuard was installed to catch the water and channel it to the SuperSump. Now that the basement is waterproofed, the homeowner can use the space for storage without the worry of their belongings being damaged or costly repairs.

A homeowner from Rome, ME reached out for a free estimate from TC Hafford Basement Systems to waterproof their basement. The homeowner was frustrated that their space was a wet mess after each heavy rain. Our System Design Specialist Mike M. met with the owner to come up with a plan to address the leaking basement.

WaterGuard was installed around the perimeter of the basement and connected to a new SuperSump Plus system. WaterGuard captures and channels water to the SuperSump, which drains it out of the basement and through an Exterior Buried Discharge line that is protected against ice buildup with IceGuard. CleanSpace Wall System was installed to act as a vapor barrier where needed and channel any additional moisture from the walls to the WaterGuard. Drainage Matting, which is a durable barrier with dimples to help channel water and elevate the CleanSpace, was installed on the slab. Now the basement is clean, dry, and most importantly usable!

Living with a damp and grimy basement, this Gardiner, ME homeowner thought it was time they had something done about it. They contacted us at TC Hafford Basement Systems to receive a free estimate and gave us the green light to begin work on their basement as soon as possible. As soon as our crew arrived, they got started by excavating the old basement floor to replace it with a properly waterproofed concrete slab. While pouring the new slab, a Drainage Matting, WaterGuard piping and a SuperSump pump were all installed within. The Drainage Matting creates a layer below the slab to channel moisture toward the outer edge of the foundation. Surrounding the basement, hidden just below the surface of the floor is the WaterGuard piping. These pipes will capture any leaking water and guide it directly to the SuperSump to be pumped from the home before reaching the surface. Finally, a CleanSpace liner was used to encapsulate the basement walls. This liner will not only brighten up the basement for future use, but it will also block any moisture leaking in from the walls and direct it down into the WaterGuard for efficient water-removal.

With these waterproofing measures now installed below their home, this homeowner now has a dry, healthy basement to use how they see fit. The WaterGuard & CleanSpace installations will maintain a water-free environment in this basement for years to come!

Homeowners in West Gardiner, Maine wanted to have a slab floor poured in the basement before renovating the space, so they contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems for help. The old dirt floors were allowing groundwater to easily fill the space after heavy rains and snow melt. We poured new concrete flooring with WaterGuard interior perimeter drainage, as well as a TripleSafe sump pump (not pictured here). WaterGuard captures the groundwater and channels it to the TripleSafe to be pumped away from the home through an exterior buried discharge line. The basement now has a clean, updated appearance and the homeowners can safely finish the space without worrying about water damage.