Job Stories

A homeowner in Bridgton was looking to have their basement finished, but with water leaking into it during rain, this wasn’t going to happen. Before they could move forward with finishing their basement, they needed to waterproof their basement. They soon heard about TC Hafford Basement Systems from a satisfied previous customer and they contacted us right away. We had a representative give the homeowner a free estimate and got to work on the basement! We dug out a hole in the basement floor to create a sump. This is where the water will naturally gather. We then installed a SuperSump sump pump. This pump will take the gathered water and force it up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. Now this homeowner can finally finish their basement now that it has been waterproofed.

When a homeowner in Bridgton, Maine, reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems, they were seeking a solution to address their water drainage issues. Without an effective gutter system, rainwater was pooling near the foundation, posing a risk to the home’s structural integrity. After conducting a thorough inspection, the TC Hafford team determined that installing the Gutter Shutter system, along with a RainChute, would be the ideal solution to redirect water safely away from the property.   The Gutter Shutter system provides oversized gutters that can handle large volumes of rain while keeping out leaves and debris, ensuring a maintenance-free, clog-resistant solution. Complementing this, the RainChute efficiently channels rainwater away from the foundation, protecting the home from erosion and water damage. These installations work in tandem to safeguard the home’s exterior and reduce the risk of costly repairs down the line.     Upon completion, the homeowner expressed their satisfaction with the results. The streamlined system now offers both functionality and peace of mind, knowing their home is well-protected against water-related issues. The experience reinforced their confidence in the decision to choose TC Hafford Basement Systems for this essential upgrade.

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.

Linda from Eliot, ME, was having issues with water entering her basement through a crack in the wall. This crack was 1.6’ long, and was an excellent place for water to flow through from the surrounding earth. To seal this crack, and prevent any water from leaking through in the future, we used Flexispan. This involves covering the crack with a special flexible sealant. Then this sealant is covered with a unique Flexispan foam material. Finally a coating of sealant is applied over the foam material, sealing it against the wall. This crack won’t ever leak water into this basement again.

A couple in Hanover had been living in their home for 40 years. They had recently noticed two cracks in their basement wall where water was coming in through. They were using their basement for storage at the time, and needed to stop this water from entering as soon as possible! They soon saw TC Hafford Basement Systems at a home show, and knew we were the right people for the job! They contacted us shortly after the show and we got to work! To seal the cracks, we used FlexiSpan. This is a three-tier structure, which is flexible, and able to contort to a crack, should the wall shift at all. The first layer is a layer of sealant applied directly into the crack. Next, a foam mat is laid over the top of the sealant, this is where the flexibility comes from. Finally, a second layer of sealant is applied over the foam, holding the structure in place, and completely locking out any moisture trying to enter through the crack. This FlexiSpan is sure to keep even a 40-year-old basement dry!

A homeowner that lived in Hanover, ME was in the market for some basement waterproofing. After visiting a home show and seeing that TC Hafford could offer them the solution they needed, they called our office staff to ask about their free estimate. Once they spoke to our representative, they knew they were ready to move forward with the basement waterproofing. We dispatched our crew and got started on the basement! Once the installation crew arrived at the home, they began work on the basement by installing a SuperSump device in the lowest point of the floor. This pump will take in the water gathering across this homeowners’ basement and force it up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line. Outside the home, the discharge line carries the water away from the home before it is released through the grated opening of a LawnScape discharge port. Just where the line exits the home, an IceGuard pipe section was attached to further protect the basement from water. Now if ice were to cause a blockage in the line, the trapped water would flow out through special holes in the IceGuard instead of flowing into the basement again. With these additions to their basement installed, this homeowner can now rest assured their basement will remain water-free. The SuperSump pump will force any gathering water from the home from now-on.

After seeing our crew installing PolyLevel for a friend, this Hanover, ME homeowner knew right away they wanted to have the same done for their driveway! They called our office staff and we scheduled a time for them to meet with our sales representative to receive a free estimate on the cost of the project. Happy with the details, the homeowner hired us to get their driveway realigned with their garage as soon as possible! Once our installation crew arrived at the home, they were able to get to work right away leveling the driveway. First, several small holes were drilled in through the driveway slab to give access to beneath the concrete. Next, PolyLevel was injected in through these holes, where it rapidly and forcefully expands below. This raises the driveway with each injection until it perfectly realigns with the garage slab it once was level with. Once the PolyLevel completely dries, it will harden and keep the driveway held in place for many years to come!

A homeowner in Oquossoc had noticed his basement wall was bowing. This was an immediate concern for the homeowner, as he feared it may cave in. He got on his computer and searched for a solution right away. This is where he found TC Hafford Basement Systems. He called us to set up a meeting with our representative, and we inspected the wall to give him his free estimate. After that, we sent in our crew to get started! To begin with the installation of Geo-Lock Wall Anchors, we drilled deep horizontal holes evenly spaced along the wall in a line. We then dug out vertical holes on the lawn outside the wall to meet up with the previously drilled holes. We then inserted long poles in through the horizontal holes, attaching them on both ends to thin metal plates. The second pair of plates are inserted through the vertical holes. These plates are secured parallel to the wall, to use the soil for support and pull on the wall. These can be tightened over time to pull the wall back into its original position. With these anchors in place, this homeowner no longer needs to worry about a cave in within his basement!

With parts of their concrete basement wall caving inward, this Oquossoc, ME homeowner was looking for a way to hold this wall in place as soon as they could possibly have it done. They called us at TC Hafford Basement Systems after seeing us on their TV and we set them up with a free estimate! After hearing what we could do for them, the homeowner was ready to have us get started on this project. Once our installation crew arrived at the home, they began work installing PowerBrace supports on this basement wall. To install these, first several holes were drilled along the face of the wall. Next, the eight-foot PowerBrace piers were inserted through these holes and connected to the footings that were buried from the outside. Finally, the interior plates were fastened to the PowerBrace piers and tightened against the wall. These newly installed supports will pull the wall back to its original position soon after installation and can be tightened in the future if necessary. With their basement wall back under control, this homeowner has one less thing to worry about! The PowerBrace supports will maintain this basement wall for years to come!

Rich, out in Portsmouth, NH, was renting out one side of a duplex, however, the crawlspace underneath was causing problems. This crawlspace had dirt floors, and would flood frequently during heavy rains. This would lead to a lot of moisture in the air underneath the building, causing mold and rot to form in the wood. After receiving a piece of mail directly from TC Hafford Basement Systems, Rich decided it was the right choice to contact us. Shortly after, Peter Folsom investigated the crawl space, and a crew came over to get to work. In order to help keep water out, Drainage Matting was implemented on top of the dirt floor, along with a WaterGuard system to direct the water outside. Finally, a FloodRing was created to prevent any water that did manage to enter the crawlspace from spreading. Now with a newly protected basement and crawl space, Rich has peace of mind when allowing guests to rent his duplex during heavy rain storms.