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With a massive hole in their foundation, this Berwick, ME, homeowner was worried about their foundation collapsing. Not willing to risk this happening, the homeowner scheduled a free estimate with TC Hafford Basement Systems after finding us online. System Design Specialist Rick Russell met with the homeowner and worked with them to design a system that would solve their foundation troubles.
In situations where the foundation is failing like this, the home would typically need to be lifted and a new foundation would be poured, but not with StableLock Wall System. StableLock was created to be a permanent fix for failing foundations, and the homeowner never has to leave the house. StableLock was created to meet the demand of failing rock foundations in Maine. StableLock uses modern shoring methods to fill the voids in the existing wall and stabilize it. The homeowner is no longer worried about their foundation failing, and they saved money all while protecting their home from any future damage that comes along with a bad foundation.
Homeowners in Springvale, Maine experienced recent blasting in the area of their home, and noticed a long horizontal crack form across their foundation wall. They were worried about the structural integrity of their home and called us for help. We installed PowerBraces to keep the foundation protected. PowerBraces are steel posts that are custom fit to support the home, while preventing the wall from shifting or bowing.
A moving wall was creating problems for this Bridgton, ME, homeowner, leading to an unstable foundation and water in their basement. Wanting to get ahead of the issue before springtime when the water is worse, the homeowner called TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate. System Design Specialist Sam Crowley met with the homeowner, and together they designed a waterproofing and foundation repair system that would meet the needs of the home and protect their family.
When a foundation begins to move or break down, the home would have to be lifted and a new foundation poured in its place. With StableLock Wall System, the homeowner never has to leave the comfort of their home. StableLock is a quicker and more cost-effective solution to a failing foundation using modern shoring and forming methods. StableLock fills the voids of the failing wall, stabilizing it and leaving a new, smooth wall in its place. To catch groundwater and keep the basement dry, WaterGuard was installed where needed to channel water to the new TripleSafe Sump Pump. The TripleSafe sump pump features two Zoeller pumps with an included battery-powered backup pump. The battery backup pump comes on in the event of a power outage, keeping the homeowner protected from water coming into their basement and causing issues. The TripleSafe takes the water and pumps it out through the new Exterior Buried Discharge line. The Discharge line takes the water far from the home, and with the installed IceGuard, the system is protected against ice buildup, and the system runs all year without issue. To finish the waterproofing system, the homeowner opted to have a SaniDry Sedona installed to keep the humidity in their basement at a safe level. Now the homeowner is able to enjoy their basement and use it for storage without the risk of their belongings being damaged.
Homeowners in Ogunquit, ME had failing and crumbling foundation walls made of old field stone. They called TC Hafford Basement Systems for help with their crawl space. We installed StableLock Walls to stop any further shifting from the original walls. StableLock is a poured concrete wall that does not require excavation or lifting of the home, keeping it a cost effective and less intrusive option for homeowners.
Since 1967, this Arundel, ME, homeowner has lived in their home, and over time they have noticed their floors sagging more and more. With braces rotting and not wanting the problem to get worse, the homeowner called TC Hafford Basement Systems to book a free estimate. System Design Specialist John Wright met with the homeowner and worked with them to design a system that would meet the needs of the home and keep the homeowner safe.
The floor above needed to be braced and supported to level the floor and prevent sagging from happening in the future. SmartJacks were installed where needed with the addition of a new Supplemental Beam. SmartJacks can correct problems such as sloping and overly springy floors and out-of-level door frames. Because of the design of SmartJacks, they can be adjusted overtime as needed to compensate for changes in the home. SmartJacks are galvanized for corrosion resistance and can be used with the CleanSpace system if an area is plagued with high moisture or water issues. Now that the SmartJacks are installed, the homeowner is able to have a level floor without it feeling like a trampoline, and their home is no longer at risk of wall cracks or unsafe living conditions.
