Job Stories

A homeowner living in Buckfield, ME had been experiencing trouble keeping water out of their basement. During heavy rainfall, water would leak into this basement directly through the cocnrete foundation. Unable to stop this leakage on their own, the homeowner was soon referred to TC Hafford Basement Systems by a family member. After they received their free estimate, they gave us the go-ahead to begin work on waterproofing their basement! Once our installation crew arrived at the home, they started by implementing WaterGuard piping. This began with a shallow trench being excavated into the perimeter of the concrete floor. The WaterGuard pipes were then laid down around the basement. These pipes were buried using loose rocks and concrete to conceal them within the floro without hindering their function. Now any rainwater entering through the concrete will be trapped within small holes along the bottom of the WaterGuard piping and guided directly to the sump where we installed a SuperSump pump. The SuperSump will force this collected water up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line. Outside the home, our crew made two additions to the discharge line before this job was complete. An IceGuard pipe segment was attached just beyond where the line leaves the home. This section of piping has special holes buil into the sides that only allow water traveling against the usual flow to escape. This will prevent ice from blocking the line and causing a backup. Finally, a LawnScape discharge port was attached to the end of the line. This piece allows the pipe to seamlessly exit onto the lawn, a distance from the home. This homeowner can now utilize their newly waterproofed basement without worrying about flooding casuing any problems in the future! The WaterGuard piping and SuperSump pump will keep this basement floor water-free for years to come.

A couple in South Freeport were experiencing problems with their crawlspace. Water was finding its way inside during rain, and causing moisture to build up in the air and on the floor. This was a perfect habitat for mold to grow, and the homeowner wanted to change this before they developed a serious mold problem. They soon heard about TC Hafford Basement Systems and gave us a call. We had a representative inspect the crawlspace and then we got to work! We needed to stop the water from entering the crawlspace. To do this, we encapsulated the walls and floor with a CleanSpace Liner. This liner will seal off the crawlspace from exterior moisture, not allowing any to pass through into the interior of the crawlspace. We then installed a SaniDry XP dehumidifier. This machine will cycle through the air in the crawlspace, drying out any moisture gathering in the air. This dry air completely removes the environment in which mold grows, killing off any mold starting to grow in the crawlspace. Now this couple is worry free, with a mold-free crawlspace that will remain dry no matter how hard it rains!

TC Hafford was contacted shortly after a homeshow to head out to Auburn, ME, to check out some cracking basement walls and an old sump that was ready for an upgrade. After taking a look at the site, Mike Pinard had a crew come out to install the new SuperSump sump pump in the home as well as seal up any cracks. The newly installed sump pump was connected and drained to the same sewer as the previous pump. While the customer noted their basement hadn’t yet started flooding, they were completely satisfied with the work done, and felt much more comfortable with a brand-new pump.

A homeowner in Freeport was in the market for a vapor barrier for their crawlspace. They had never had one properly installed, and with a dirt crawlspace, would routinely have water flood the space. Soon after they started their search for a vapor barrier, the homeowner received a letter advertising TC Hafford Basement Systems. They researched our company, and gave us the call. We had a representative investigate the crawlspace, and then we got to work! We began by installing a SmartSump in the floor of the crawlspace, where the most water collected. This sump will evacuate the water gathering in this point of the crawlspace through a PVC discharge line. We then lined the inside perimeter of the wall/floor joint with a Drainage Matting. This mat will reduce the amount of water entering the interior of the crawlspace. Finally, we encapsulated the crawlspace with a CleanSpace liner. This liner covers all of the surfaces that water normally enters through. Being made of plastic, water will never pierce the CleanSpace. Maintaining a dry crawlspace atmosphere for many years to come. This finished the homeowners new vapor barrier. Keeping their originally dirt crawlspace dry by keeping the water out!

A homeowner in Lewiston with a leaky basement was in need of waterproofing. Water was coming in through the foundation during heavy rains, and there was nothing this homeowner could do to stop it. They eventually saw TC Hafford Basement Systems on the news on their television. This lead them to call us for a free estimate. The homeowner decided on what they wanted done, and we had our crew sent out to start working on the basement! We began by digging up the interior perimeter of the basement floor, removing any debris. This created a trench surrounding the basement floor. We placed our WaterGuard system in this trench, and sealed it in place with loose rocks and cement. This hid it under the floor while still allowing full functionality. The WaterGuard will catch all the water trying to leak in through the walls or floor of the basement, keeping the interior dry no matter the amount of rain. The water is then redirected out of the basement through a discharge line. Now this homeowner has a dry basement, which will remain dry thanks to WaterGuard!

A homeowner in Durham noticed a crack in their basement wall, this could lead to potential water leakage. Having done business with us in the past, the homeowner gave TC Hafford Basement Systems a call! We had a representative on site shortly after to give an estimate on the crack repair. Once the homeowner decided, we got to work. The crack was first filled with a sealant. This acts as the first line of defence against water trying to enter the crack, but won’t be enough for a permanent fix. We then laid down a foam matting over the top of the sealant. This foam is finally covered with a layer of sealant. This technique, called FlexiSpan, completely locks out any water trying to enter through the crack. The way the FlexiSpan is layered allows it to be flexible and conform to the crack should it shift at all. Problem solved!

A homeowner in Turner was experiencing an especially troubling Spring. With their home located in a low area, and having a sand floor, the basement flooded frequently. The water would often get up to four inches deep, and this was a real problem for the homeowner. As soon as they saw an ad for TC Hafford on their television, we got the call to come help. Due to the sand floor, we started by putting down a drainage matting, which would allow any water to flow to the sump. We then installed a SmartSump sump pump to evacuate the water from the basement. Once outside, the pipes were fitted with an IceGuard piece to allow water to continue to pump outside, even if the pipe gets blocked. Finally, we lined the basement with a CleanSpace Liner to further maintain a dry basement, and prevent moisture build up.

A homeowner in Canton bought a home with a bowing basement wall. He hadn’t realized just how bad this could be for the home, and upon this realization, he searched online for what could be done to help it. He soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems, and received a free estimate from one of our representatives. The homeowner wanted us to get the job done, so we dispatched our crew and got started! To resolve the issue with the wall, we needed to push the wall back into place. To do this, we used PowerBrace. The PowerBrace is a series of steel I-beams anchored to the cement floor, against the bowing wall. They are fitted to the wooden joists in the ceiling with adjustable screws. The pressure applied to the wall slowly pushes it back into place over time. We will later revisit this basement to tighten the PowerBrace system. This will further align the wall with its original location. With these new PowerBraces in place, a caved in wall is now nothing this homeowner needs to be concerned about.

In Canton, ME, a homeowner had recently noticed a problem in their basement. A few cracks had opened on the walls of their concrete foundation over time and had begun to leak water into the basement during rainfall. The homeowner, worried about damage to their property, sought a solution to their problem online and soon discovered TC Hafford Basement Systems. After a phone call with our office staff, the homeowner was set up with an appointment with one of our sales representatives for their free estimate. Once they heard their options, the homeowner hired us right away to waterproof their basement! When our installation crew arrived at the home, they first began work on utilizing FlexiSpan on a crack running along one of the open-face walls. The crack was first brushed clear of debris to better allow our seal to adhere to the wall. Next, a primary layer of sealant was applied within and slightly around the crack. This was immediately covered over with a foam mat, which will enable the final seal to bend slightly to any changes in the shape of the crack over time. Finally, a second layer of sealant was used to cover the foam, completing the FlexiSpan structure. This will now prevent water from entering the basement through this crack. Next, our crew needed to seal a crack that was running along a wall covered by several wooden supports. This would prevent FlexiSpan from being used. After being brushed clear, this crack was covered over by a layer of sealant. Small plugged tubes were inserted into the crack as the sealant was applied, spaced out along the length of the crack. Once dried in place, the plugs were removed and starting from the lowest tube and working upward, a Polyurethane sealant was injected into the interior of the crack. Plugging the tubes after each injection, the crack was soon completely filled with Polyurethane. Now this crack is also sealed from the outside elements. With their basement walls sealed properly, this homeowner can rest assured their property won’t suffer from any water damage in the future. These two seals will keep this basement water-free for years to come!

A homeowner in Lisbon was looking to have their basement finished to use as a living space. But before they could begin, they needed to do something about their water problem. Water had been leaking into the basement somehow, and gathering in puddles. Seeking a way to resolve this before moving forward, the homeowner soon heard about TC Hafford Basement Systems from a family friend. The homeowner called us right away to set up a meeting to receive a free estimate. After reviewing his options, the homeowner made his selection and we got to work! Our crew started by digging up the inside perimeter of the basement floor. This newly created trench gave us a space to lay down our WaterGuard pipe system. It was then covered over with loose rocks and cement to conceal it without hindering functionality. The WaterGuard captures water as it enters the basement through the walls or floor. This water is then guided to the sump in the basement. Within the sump, we installed a SuperSump sump pump. This pump will take the collected water and push it up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. Outside the home, attached to the discharge line, we added an IceGuard filter. This filter will allow water to continue to flow from the basement even if the lower end of the pipe is blocked by debris. Finally, to kick start the finishing of the basement, we laid down ThermalDry flooring tiles. These specially designed tiles sit on the concrete floor, and using a thick foam layer, insulate their surface from the cold temperatures of the concrete. With these systems in place, the surface of the basement floor will remain perfectly dry. Now this homeowner can finish his basement with peace of mind, knowing no more water will enter the living space!