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Owning a home with a flooding basement wasn’t something this Litchfield, ME homeowner was expecting to live with. Looking for a way to put an end to this flooding, they called us at TC Hafford Basement Systems shortly after seeing us on their TV. Our office staff set them up with an appointment to meet with one of our sales representatives who gave them their free estimate. Once they reviewed their options, the homeowner selected what waterproofing they wanted done and we got started! When our installation crew arrived at the home, they got to work right away by excavating a shallow trench into the perimeter of the concrete floor. This gave room for our WaterGuard piping system to be laid down around the edge of the basement. Buried beneath a layer of loose rocks and concrete to conceal the pipes within the floor without hindering their function; the WaterGuard will now take in and moisture leaking into this basement through the floor. Once inside the WaterGuard, the collected water is guided through the floor to the sump where we installed a SmartSump pump. This device will force the water up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line, eliminating the moisture problem within this basement. On the exterior of the home, two finishing touches were made to the discharge line to better protect this basement from flooding. First, an IceGuard pipe segment was attached just beyond where the discharge line leaves the home. This piece has upward facing holes built into the sides. These holes will allow any water blocked by ice or debris in the line to escape without backing up and flooding the basement. Finally, a LawnScape discharge port was attached to the end of the line. This piece is covered on one end by a grate that will prevent most debris from entering the discharge line while allowing the water flowing from the home to exit normally. These newly installed waterproofing products will now maintain a dry, healthy basement for this homeowner to utilize however they see fit. The WaterGuard piping will prevent water from collecting on the floors surface for years to come!

Fred, from Bath, ME, had a basement that would leak water regularly, as well as a musty crawlspace. This was only until he saw TC Hafford Basement Systems on TV, and decided to give us a call. Once David Zawistowski, our representative, finished his examination of the basement, it was time to get started. Fred had a full system put in to keep the water out for good! Starting with the WaterGuard piping, which carries off the water coming in around the outer edge of the basement. He also got a Supersump sump pump which pumps the water up and out of the basement, back where it belongs. Where Fred had a door leading outside from the basement, we installed a TrenchDrain, to collect any water coming through under the door, and feed it along to the WaterGuard piping. Meanwhile, in the crawlspace, TC Hafford lined the interior with CleanSpace liner. This keeps out moisture and bacteria that might cause mold or rot to occur underneath the house. After completing our work, Fred made a point to contact us almost a month later to let us know, even after two rain storms, his basement remained perfectly dry!

This crawlspace in Arrowsic Maine needed some love so the homeowner contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems to get the job done. Our System Design Specialist Daryl met with the homeowner and after analyzing the issues in the crawl space, designed a system that would meet the homeowners needs. Utilizing CleanSpace, Drainage Matting, SprayFoam and a SmartSump, this crawl space will now be protected. With this system, the homeowner will have peace of mind knowing that the CleanSpace encapsulates the crawl space and water collected by the SuperSump will be moved far from the house through a buried discharge line where it will no longer be a problem.

This Arrowsic, ME, homeowner has lived in the home for over 30 years and has always had to deal with moisture in their crawl space. They noticed the problem getting worse in recent years, which raised their concerns about the issue. High moisture and humidity in a crawl space will lead to mold growth and eventually wood rot. Ready to take care of the issue and protect their home from damage, the homeowner booked a free estimate with TC Hafford Basement Systems. System Design Specialist Nima Farshid met with the homeowner and worked with them to design an encapsulation system that would keep the basement dry and protect the health of the home.   To fully encapsulate the crawl space, CleanSpace and Drainage Matting was installed to create an inorganic vapor barrier. Drainage Matting is a durable dimpled matting that is laid on the ground to create a gap between the dirt and CleanSpace. CleanSpace is constructed of a durable, 20-mil-thick, 7-layer polyethylene composition that’s reinforced by polyester cord. CleanSpace reduces moisture and humidity in the crawl space and helps to seal the area against cold drafts in the winter. CleanSpace bright white design helps to reflect light and illuminate the crawl space more, creating a perfect area for storage where the homeowners belongings will be safe. Now that the crawl space is fully encapsulated, the home is protected against moisture and mold and the homeowner can live in their home without having to be worried about their crawl space causing them anymore issues.

This crawl space in Bath, ME, was giving the homeowner a laundry list of issues that were causing them to spend money on costly repairs. Concerned about the water in their crawl space and pipes freezing during the winter months, this homeowner decided to take action and book a free estimate with TC Hafford Basement Systems. System Design Specialist Nick Ciciarelli worked with the homeowner to design a complete encapsulation system that would take care of the dirt floor, drafty walls, and the water coming into their basement.     The area was regraded, and Drainage Matting was laid on the ground to create an inorganic barrier between the dirt and the new Slab that needed to be poured. Before the new Slab could be poured, WaterGuard was installed around the perimeter to catch and channel water to the brand new TripleSafe Sump Pump with Battery Backup. The water has to go somewhere, so the TripleSafe is connected to an Exterior Buried Discharge that is protected against ice buildup with IceGuard installed. With the crawl space waterproofed, the new Slab was able to be poured, and SprayFoam was installed along the rim joists and walls where needed to insulate the crawl space and protect the pipes underneath the home from freezing. The last step in setting up this crawl space for success was the installation of a SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier that drains directly to the TripleSafe so the homeowner never has to empty a bucket and the crawl space stays at a safe humidity level all the time.     Now the homeowner is happy knowing their crawl space is no longer a nightmare and their home and family will be safer and healthier.

A resident of Bowdoinham was experiencing issues with their sump system. It wasn’t pumping enough water out of the basement like it should have been. This was an immediate concern for the homeowner because now their basement was flooding. After seeing an ad on their television, TC Hafford got the call. After discussing options with the homeowner, we had a crew head out and get to work. We started by pulling out the old pump, it needed to be replaced to make sure water would be evacuated properly. Once the old pump was removed, a SuperSump sump pump was installed. This will now keep all the water pumped up and out of the basement. Finally, an UltraSump backup battery was attached to guarantee the SuperSump stays functional even if the power goes out in the home. This homeowner now no longer needs to worry about a wet basement.

Dave from Georgetown was experiencing trouble with moisture in his crawlspace. This moisture was coming in through the surrounding soil, due to the lack of a vapor barrier in Dave’s crawlspace. This moisture could lead to problems, such as mold growth. Looking for ways to prevent the moisture from causing any problems, Dave called TC Hafford Basement Systems. We had our representative at the home in no time to inspect the space, and give a free estimate. We then dispatched our crew and got to work! We began by laying a Drainage Matting along the wall/flood joint surrounding the crawlspace. This mat will hold back a portion of the moisture entering through this area, allowing it time to drain away back into the soil. We then encapsulated the crawlspace with a CleanSpace Liner. The liner covers the walls, the floor, and any supports in the space. Being made of a thin plastic, the CleanSpace will hold out all the moisture that would have otherwise found its way to the interior of the space. This new vapor barrier will maintain a healthy, dry atmosphere within the space for many years to come. Dave should never need to worry about moisture in this crawlspace again!

The owner of the Webster Free Library in Kingfield was looking for professional basement waterproofing. Their basement had been gathering moisture, and this was absolutely unacceptable for a library, because water damage was a serious risk! Seeking help immediately, the owner took to the internet and soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems. They called us to set up a meeting, and we had our representative over soon after to give them their free estimate. After going over options, we sent in our crew and got to work! To begin, the inside border of the basement floor was excavated to form a trench. Within this trench, we laid down our WaterGuard pipe system. These pipes are then covered with loose rocks and cement to conceal them without preventing their function. They capture water as it seeps through the concrete, guiding it toward the sump, instead of allowing it to leak up onto the floor surface. Within the sump, we installed a SuperSump sump pump. This pump will evacuate all the water brought to it by the WaterGuard system. The water is pumped out through a PVC discharge line, which we attached an IceGuard to on the exterior of the building. The IceGuard is a special section of pipe that will allow the water to escape the pipe should the lower end of the line become blocked by ice or other debris. Finally, we installed a SaniDry CX dehumidifier within the basement. This will eliminate any moisture present in the air, creating a dry atmosphere. With this waterproofing in place, the owner of this establishment will have no need to fear water damage in the future!

With a crawlspace that was regularly damp and musty, this Kingfield, ME homeowner was in the market for a way to remedy this issue. After seeing an ad for TC Hafford on their TV, the homeowner called our office staff to set up their free estimate! Once the received their estimate and reviewed their options, the homeowner gave us the go-ahead to get started on waterproofing their crawlspace. Once our installation crew made it to the property, they got started waterproofing the crawlspace right away. This began with a Drainage Matting being laid across the floor. This layer sits just above the surface of the floor and has holes throughout. This allows the water blocked by the vapor barrier to collect beneath the Drainage Matting and flow to where it can most easily drain back into the ground. Over the top of this, a CleanSpace liner was used to encapsulate the space. The CleanSpace covers all of the walls as well as the floor in a thin plastic sheet that locks out outside moisture, preventing the interior of the space from becoming damp in the future. These two layers together now forms a proper vapor barrier to keep water from building up inside the crawlspace. With their new barrier in place below their home, the homeowner should notice the musty smell that had been coming from the space dissipate soon. The Drainage Matting & CleanSpace liner will keep the interior of this crawlspace dry for many years into the future!         

This homeowner living in Kingfield, ME had been living with the side effects of a damp crawlspace for some time. With moisture building up in the space below their home, musty air filled their basement and would occasionally waft up into the home. These unpleasant conditions were something the homeowner wanted to be rid of and after hearing about TC Hafford Basement Systems from a family friend, they called us right away to receive their free estimate on a solution. Once they spoke with our sales representative to review their options, they made a decision and we got started on the waterproofing of their crawlspace! When our installation crew arrived at the home, they began by providing the crawlspace with a proper vapor barrier to prevent future leakages. First, a Drainage Matting was laid across the crawlspace floor. This mat creates channels between itself and the floor for water blocked by the barrier to follow and drain back through the ground. Over this mat, a CleanSpace liner was used to encapsulate the interior of the crawlspace. Completely covering the walls and floor, this liner locks out moisture trying to enter from the surrounding ground. These two layers together form the new protective vapor barrier. On the surface of the now-covered floor, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier was installed. The SaniDry will pull in the damp air still within the space and separate the moisture from it. The separated moisture is passed to a Condensate Pump installed nearby. The pump then forces the collected water out of the home through a discharge line. Finally, the dried air is circulated back into the crawlspace, so that more damp air can be processed. With these improvements to their crawlspace, they should notice the signs of the dampness disappear in a short amount of time. The new SaniDry Sedona alongside a proper vapor barrier will keep this home moisture free for the future.