Job Stories

Eric from Chamberlain was having trouble with a certain crack in his basement wall. It spanned from ceiling to floor, and was allowing water to enter in through it. Seeking to have this crack sealed, the homeowner asked around for potential solutions. He soon heard about TC Hafford Basement Systems and called us right away! We set him up with a free estimate, and then we got to work sealing the crack. To hold out any moisture, while still staying in place, we needed to apply FlexiSpan to the crack. To begin, we filled the crack with a primary layer of sealant. This would act as the first line of defense against moisture, but wouldn’t quite be enough on its own. We then laid a foam matting over the top of the sealant, to act as a backbone for the structure, giving it its flexibility, while also holding it all together. Finally, we applied another layer of sealant over the foam matting. This finished the FlexiSpan. These layers working together will not only shift and contort to stay in place on top of the crack, but they will hold back any moisture that would have otherwise found its way through the crack. Now Eric will no longer be caused any trouble by this large crack in his wall.

A finished basement in Oakland was having water seep in through the corners. This was worrying the homeowner, and shortly after hearing about TC Hafford through a friend, they decided to give us a call. After receiving a free estimate, the homeowner decided to move forward and get their basement waterproofed. We started this job by digging up the perimeter of the basement. This opened up a space to put in our WaterGuard system, which catches the water before it reaches the interior of the basement. After getting the WaterGuard pipes in place, concrete is then poured over them to seal them in place. These pipes lead to a newly installed SuperSump sump pump, which then pumps any water out of the basement. Finally we attached an IceGuard on the outside of the house. This allows water to flow from the house even if the lower end of the discharge pipe is blocked by debris or ice. Now this homeowner never needs to worry about their basement getting wet in the future.

A customer in Bristol contacted us one day to get more work done. We had previously installed a sump system in his basement, but he was looking for a more encompassing system. This homeowner wanted a WaterGuard system. We got to work by digging out the perimeter of the basement. This trench was where the WaterGuard piping would go. Once the perimeter was fully removed, we inserted the WaterGuard and poured fresh cement over it to lock it into place. This piping will catch water as it comes into the basement through either the walls or the floors. We then installed a second sump pump, a SuperSump. This was to ensure any water entering the basement was caught by the WaterGuard, and then promptly pumped out by one of the two pumps. This homeowner will never need to worry about a wet basement again!

A homeowner in Whitefield with a flooding basement was looking for a way to protect their basement from potential water damage. With a basement that would regularly flood during heavy rains, this was a high priority for the homeowner, and they called TC Hafford Basement Systems right away. We had our representative dispatched to give the homeowner their free estimate, and then we got to work! We began by excavating the inside perimeter of the basement floor, creating a space to install our WaterGuard pipe system. This system will capture water as it tries to enter the basement through the walls, guiding the water to the sump within the basement. We then installed a SuperSump sump pump in the sump, to enable system to remove the water from the basement through a PVC discharge line. Finally, on the outside of the home, we attached an IceGuard filter to the discharge line to allow water to continue to be pumped out of the basement; Even when the line is blocked by debris. With these products in place, this homeowner will no longer have any issues with water flooding their basement!

A homeowner living in Whitefield, ME had a problem in their garage. After years of use, the concrete floor of the garage had begun to sink into the ground, causing a lip to form between the garage and the driveway. This wasn't a big deal at first, but as the lip grew, it became a problem. The homeowner called us at TC Hafford after seeing an ad on their TV for our services. They heard what their options were during their free estimate and they hired us to get the job done! When our installation crew arrived at the home, they were able to start work right away on the garage. To realign the slab that had fallen out of place, PolyLevel would be used. This began with small holes being drilled in through the slab, to the ground below. Next, PolyLevel was injected into these holes, where it will rapidly expand once it comes into contact with air below the slab. This pushes up on the floor until the slab is returned to its original position. The PolyLevel will now hold the garage floor in place for years to come. Now this homeowner can utilize their garage again without the large bump from the slab to the driveway, thanks to the PolyLevel injection.

Living with a couple leaking cracks in their basement wasn’t what this Whitefield, ME homeowner had in mind when buying the home. After speaking with a realtor, they were soon referred to TC Hafford Basement Systems to solve their wet basement problem. The homeowner called us to set up their free estimate and soon spoke with our sales representative about the potential solutions to the cracks in their basement. The homeowner gave us the go-ahead right away and our crew got to work! Once our installation crew arrived, they got started by clearing the two cracks of debris by brushing them with a coarse brush. This prepares them for the adhesive sealant that was then applied within both cracks. Next, foam mats were placed over both cracks and sealed in place by a secondary layer of sealant. These new structures covering both cracks are FlexiSpan seals, which will keep any future leaks from entering the basement through the previously problematic cracks. The foam cores in both seals will enable the seal to bend to any slight changes in the overall shape of either crack. With their newly sealed basement, this homeowner can now go back to storing their belongings in the space without fearing water damage. The FlexiSpan seals will keep this basement floor safe from flooding for years down the road.

A couple in Norridgewock was having issues with water entering their basement through their foundation walls; Especially through a large crack on one of the walls. Needing professional help, the homeowners called TC Hafford Basement Systems, immediately after seeing us on their television. We had a representative at the home in no time to inspect the basement and give the homeowners a free estimate. They made their decision and our crew got to work! We began by digging a trench around the interior perimeter of their basement floor. This allowed us to lay down our WaterGuard piping system, lining the basement floor. It was then covered in rocks and cement to conceal it without stopping it from functioning. The WaterGuard will take in all the water trying to enter through the walls or floor, guiding it then out of the basement through the sump. We then got to work sealing the crack. To help with the sealing process, we put down a layer of sealant over the top of the crack, with plugs spread out along the sealant. An injection of Polyurethane was then shot into each of these plugs. Filling the crack, and solidifying. Completely sealing out any moisture that would have previously entered. With these in place, the homeowners will no longer experience any trouble with water in their basement!

A homeowner that lived in Norridgewock, ME had a problem. Their concrete foundation was leaking water into their basement during rainfall. Worried about water damage, the homeowner asked around about what could be done to help. They were soon referred to us at TC Hafford Basement Systems and called to set up their free estimate. After their estimate, they gave us the go-ahead to get start on this basement waterproofing! Once our installation crew arrived at the home, they got started on the project by excavating a trench into the perimeter of the basement floor. Within this trench, a WaterGuard piping system was installed. Buried below a fresh coat of concrete, these pipes capture leaking moisture through small slits on the bottom edge of each pipe. This trapped water is guided to the sump where a SuperSump pump was installed. The SuperSump then pumps any collected water out of the home through a PVC discharge line. This water then flows across the lawn and drains back into the ground some distance from the home. Now any rainwater will be swept away through the WaterGuard before it ever reaches the surface of this basement. This homeowner can rest assured their belonging will remain undamaged in the future.

Looking to have their basement finished, this Norridgewock, ME homeowner needed a way to better insulate against the cold concrete floor. After speaking with some family friends, they were soon referred to TC Hafford Basement Systems and called us to see if we could help. Our office staff quickly set them up with a free estimate. After our sales representative looked over the space and gave the homeowner the details on what we could do for them, the homeowner soon gave us the go-ahead to begin work on the basement. Once our installation crew arrived at the home, they got started on better insulating the floor of this basement right away. To achieve this, ThermalDry tiles were used to cover the basement floor. The homeowner selected to have the beige colored tiles installed. These tiles have a hard-plastic surface with a relatively thick layer of foam padding underneath. Once tiled across the surface of the floor, they will provide a much softer surface to walk on as well as insulating against the cold surface of the floor. The underside of these tiles have channels which will allow any moisture trapped beneath to flow to the sump for removal from the basement. Now that this homeowner has proper flooring for a finished basement, all they need is furniture to complete the space. The ThermalDry flooring will provide an insulated and soft floor for this homeowner to enjoy for the future!

A couple in Smithfield had a problem in their basement. One of the walls looked like it was about to cave in! Over the years, the pressure from the surrounding soil had forced the wall inward, to the point where it was visibly bowing. Requiring a solution to this problem, the homeowners searched online and found TC Hafford Basement Systems. We had our representative look at the basement, and offer a free estimate. After the homeowners made their decision, our crew got to work! In order to put the wall back to its original position, we needed to use PowerBrace technology. To install the PowerBraces, we secured steel I-beams to the wall by anchoring the bottom to the concrete floor. The tops of the beams are secured to the wooden joists in the ceiling of the basement. These are held with special, adjustable screws, allowing for the PowerBrace to be tightened at a later date once the wall has begun to move back into place. With the PowerBraces in place, not only will this wall no longer be in danger of collapse, but the wall will eventually return to near new condition!