Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

Living with an old sump in the basement below their home, this homeowner would occasionally experience a flooding basement when the water entering the space would overwhelm the limited sump. After they called us at TC Hafford Basement Systems, our crew was able to get to work providing a proper waterproofing system below their home to take care of their moisture problems. This began with WaterGuard piping being buried around the outer edge of the basement floor, connected to a SuperSump pump. The new WaterGuard piping will collect any leaking moisture in the future and guide it directly to the sump where it will be removed from the home without reaching the surface of the floor. The water will exit the home through a discharge line protected by both IceGuard & LawnScape pipe segments.

With these systems working in tandem below this home, this homeowner will have no further moisture problems plague their basement. The WaterGuard piping will keep this basement water-free for years to come!

System Design Specialist Stacy H. met with an East Millinocket, ME homeowner to give a free estimate on repairing their leaking basement. The homeowner has cinder block walls which are prone to water issues. To fully protect their basement and keep the whole space dry, we installed CleanSpace, drainage matting, WaterGuard, and a TripleSafe sump pump. The CleanSpace is a durable, inorganic vapor barrier that gets attached to the walls and seals up the space, keeping moisture out. Drainage Matting is a durable barrier with dimples to help channel water and elevate the CleanSpace, keeping it clean. WaterGuard captures and channels water to the TripleSafe, which features two Zoeller sumps and a battery-powered backup. The TripleSafe drains water out of the basement and through an Exterior Buried Discharge line.

Milford, ME homeowners contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems for support with their wet and leaking basement. We installed WaterGuard and a TripleSafe sump pump system. WaterGuard is a perimeter drainage system that funnels any water directly to the TripleSafe. The TripleSafe system is protected with two Zoeller pumps, as well as a battery back up in case of power loss. Their basement will now remain dry and protected so the homeowners can confidently use their basement again.

In Eddington, ME, a homeowner reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems after noticing water seeping through a vertical crack in their basement wall. Concerned about preserving their home's integrity and potential water damage, they contacted us for a long-lasting solution. Our System Design Specialist diagnosed an issue with the foundation wall needing a strategic waterproofing solution. Upon assessing the situation, our team designed a comprehensive plan integrating our proprietary products: BrightWall panels, SuperSump, and WaterGuard. The installation began with attaching BrightWall panels to the masonry wall, effectively stabilizing the interior and guiding any penetrated water downward. Protecting the space not only adds a line of defense but keeps the area bright and clean. Beneath the surface, we installed the WaterGuard system—a sub-floor perimeter drainage solution expertly designed to intercept water from walls and floors. Concealed under a neat concrete layer, WaterGuard provides effective drainage without obstructing the homeowners' use of their basement. Coupled with WaterGuard, the SuperSump system adds an additional layer of assurance. This reliable sump pump solution efficiently removes water away from the foundation using a 1/3 HP Zoeller pump and includes an alert system for optimal peace of mind. As a result, our customer now enjoys a safe, dry, and usable basement.

This Surry, ME, homeowner recently moved into their new home and was quickly introduced to the problems with a wet basement. Water was coming into the basement through the floor and walls during rains. The homeowner wanted to take care of the problem, protect the health of their home, and regain the ability to use the space. The homeowner booked a free estimate with TC Hafford Basement Systems, and System Design Specialist Mark Smith worked with them to design a waterproofing system that would take care of their issues, which included a new Slab with WaterGuard.

Waterproofing The Area

Debris was removed from the basement, and the ground was regraded to prep the area for waterproofing. Drainage Matting was installed to create an inorganic barrier that would channel water to the sump and protect the new slab. WaterGuard was installed around the perimeter and connected to a new TripleSafe Sump Pump. WaterGuard captures and channels water to the TripleSafe, which features two Zoeller sumps and a battery-powered backup. The TripleSafe drains water 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.

New Slab and SprayFoam

Now that the area was fully prepped and waterproofed, the new slab was ready to be poured. The new slab turned the space into an area that the homeowner can use without the risk of their belongings or appliances being damaged. SprayFoam was installed on the rim joists and walls to insulate the area, keeping cold air out during the winter, making the space more comfortable, and saving the homeowner money on their energy bill. Finishing out the full waterproofing system was the installation of 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 has now gained control over their basement, and their home is healthier than it has been in years, and the space can be used as the homeowner would like.