Friendly Crawl Space & Basement Contractor serving Poland, ME

Having lived for some time with a water problem in their basement, this Poland, ME homeowner thought it was time they had something done about it. Looking to sell the house soon, the homeowner needed the problem dealt with quickly and effectively. After they discovered us in the Yellow Pages, they called us at TC Hafford Basement Systems to receive a free estimate. After hearing the details of what we could do for them, they decided to have us solve their water problem!

As soon as our installation crew arrived at the home, they got started on the concrete floor below the home by excavating a sump for the water to collect into. Within this sump, a TripleSafe pump system was installed. The TripleSafe houses three individual pumps inside. The first and second pumps handle the bulk of the water needing to be removed, with the secondary only activating if the primary fails for any reason or needs assistance with the volume. The third and final pump operates on a battery; Activating when the home loses power to keep the basement dry even in harsh storms. The water flows up and out of the home from the TripleSafe through a PVC discharge line.

Outside the home, two additions were made to this line before our crew was finished this job. The first was an IceGuard pipe segment attached just beyond where the discharge line exits the side of the home. The IceGuard is equipped with upward facing holes that allow only trapped water to escape. This will protect the sump from overflowing in the event of a blockage in the line. Finally, a LawnScape discharge port was attached to the end of the line. This piece enables the water to flow freely from the line while the grate over the end will keep out any sizable debris that might cause problems in the piping.

With their new sump in place, this homeowner can now sell their home without worrying about a flooding basement. The TripleSafe system will keep this basement water-free for years to come!

A homeowner in South Poland had a finished basement, but a crack had formed in one of the walls. This was leaking water occasionally, and causing problems for the homeowner. Seeking a way to seal the crack, the homeowner looked through the yellow pages, soon finding TC Hafford Basement Systems. They called us to receive their free estimate, and decided to have us fix their crack. Our crew got dispatched and we got to work!

To stop the crack from leaking, we needed to seal it with FlexiSpan. To do this, we started by filling it with an initial layer of sealant. This would hold back some moisture, but wasn’t the final solution yet. Next, we covered over the sealant with a foam matting. This matting gives the FlexiSpan its flexibility. Finally, the mat is covered over with a second layer of sealant. This completes the FlexiSpan, locking out any moisture from leaking through. It will also be able to adhere to the crack, should the walls shift in any way.

Now this homeowner can use their basement now without the fear of water damage!

A homeowner in Poland was experiencing issues with a flooding basement. This was making the air extremely moist, creating a perfect environment for mold growth. Needing to stop the mold before it spread, the homeowner got online and searched for an answer. This is where he found TC Hafford Basement Systems. We were just what this homeowner needed to help solve his water issue. He called us the next day and we had our representative inspect the basement to give him a free estimate of cost. The homeowner gave us the green light and we got started

First, we needed to dig up the inside perimeter of the basement floor and remove the debris. After this, we were able to lay our WaterGuard system down in this new trench, which was then covered over with loose rocks and cement to conceal it without hindering functionality. The WaterGuard pipes will catch any water trying to enter the basement through the walls or floor and direct it to the sump. Next, we installed a SmartSump sump pump in the sump of the basement, allowing the collected water to be pumped up and out through a PVC discharge line. Finally, we place a SaniDry CX dehumidifier in the basement to maintain a dry atmosphere. The SaniDry will take in the damp air, dry it out, and push it back into the basement to then dry out more air.

This homeowner now has a basement which will remain free of water and air that is dry and healthy. This eliminates any chance for mold to grow by removing the environment in which it easily spreads.

A homeowner in Poland had a crawlspace that was showing signs of moisture and mold. This would become a problem if left alone. After a quick internet search, Sherry had decided TC Hafford Basement Systems was the company to go with to help solve her problem. This crawlspace had no insulation, and no floor. To start, we laid down Drainage Matting to allow any water in the crawlspace to find it’s way out. Then we encapsulated the crawlspace with CleanSpace Liner. This seals out any moisture trying to enter through the surrounding earth. It also leave the crawlspace looking bright and clean. This homeowner now no longer needs to worry about any moisture in her crawlspace.