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When a flooding basement began to be a problem for this homeowner, they were unsure how to resolve the problem at first. After a quick search online, they discovered TC Hafford could help them in their Peaks Island, ME home. Soon after they called our office, our sales representative was able to schedule a time to give them a free estimate of their options. They agreed to the work and we got started on the waterproofing. As soon as our installation crew arrived at the home, they got started by pouring a fresh slab of concrete over the dirt floor of the basement that had been flooding. A slab alone won’t fully protect this home, however. To keep water from entering through the new slab, a WaterGuard piping system had been buried in the outer perimeter of the slab as it was installed. The WaterGuard pipes have slits along their lower-outer edges, allowing for the collection of moisture leaking through the slab. The water then flows through the WaterGuard to the sump where it will be removed from the home. Within the sump in the new slab, a TripleSafe sump system was installed. This device houses three pumps, as the name suggests. The primary pump functions most of the time, handling the bulk of the water needing removal. The secondary pump will activate if the primary pump either fails for any reason or requires additional pumping force. The third pump is a battery-operated backup pump, able to continue the water-removal while the home is without power. The water passing through the TripleSafe all flows out of the home through a PVC discharge line. Outside the home, two pieces of additional piping were attached to further protect the basement from flooding. The first being an IceGuard pipe segment attached to the line just after it exits the home. Here, upward angled holes keep the basement safe from blockages caused by ice, by releasing the backing up water through said holes. Finally, a LawnScape discharge port was attached to the end of the line, covering it with a grate. This will prevent debris from forming blockages within the line. Now that this homeowner has a new basement floor as well as proper waterproofing, they can now make use of the previously damp and musty space. The WaterGuard piping will ensure the surface of this new slab will remain dry for years into the future!

For this Peaks Island, ME homeowner, their crawl space was an active nightmare. Their crawl space was home to musty odors, mold growth, and rodents, and the floors above were freezing during the winter. Tired of their crawl space troubles, the homeowner decided to take action and call TC Hafford Basement Systems for help. A System Design Specialist met with the homeowner for a free estimate and worked with them to design an encapsulation specifically for their crawl space.   This crawl space needed to be sealed and insulated to keep critters and cold air outside, where they belong. CleanSpace with Drainage Matting was first installed to create an inorganic barrier between the crawl space and the ground. Drainage Matting has large dimples to create a gap, which allows groundwater to be channeled without penetrating the CleanSpace. Even though water is currently not an issue for the homeowner, they opted to have a Sump Liner installed. That way, if water becomes an issue in the future, a sump pump can be easily installed without the need to modify their encapsulation system. Spray Foam was applied to the crawl space walls to insulate the area and sprayed on the rim joist to lock in the CleanSpace and provide further insulation.   The homeowner's crawl space is fully encapsulated, and now that it is insulated, their floors won’t be cold in the winter, and any critter that called their crawl space home will no longer be a problem.

Homeowners in Yarmouth, ME contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems for support with their wet basement. They wanted to create a space that was dry and safe for their children to play in. To waterproof the basement we installed WaterGuard, a perimeter drainage system, that captures water and channels it to the new TripleSafe sump pump. The TripleSafe features two Zoeller pumps, as well as a battery back up to prevent any issues in the event of power loss. Water is pumped from the TripleSafe away from the home through an exterior buried discharge line, which is protected with IceGuard so it doesn't freeze up in the winter months. Their family will stay dry and safe while using their basement from now on!

Yarmouth, Maine homeowners contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems for help replacing their old bulkhead doors. We installed new doors and smoothed over the top of their concrete to the bulkhead, updating the exterior appearance. 

We recently helped homeowners in Yarmouth, Maine with their leaking bulkhead. Not only was water coming into the basement through the bulkhead, but that water had led to big mold problems. To address the leaking bulkhead, we installed brand new bulkhead doors - a big upgrade from their old rusted doors!

Sharon from Yarmouth was looking for ways to seal off her basement from moisture. Water would easily enter her basement during rain due to something known as hydrostatic pressure. This is when the water in the surrounding soil is forced into the basement through the concrete. Sharon soon received a letter in the mail advertising TC Hafford Basement Systems. We were just the company she was looking for! She called us right away and set up a meeting with one of our representatives to receive her free estimate. After making her selection of products, our crew got to work. We began by digging up the inside perimeter of the basement floor. This new trench allowed us to lay our WaterGuard pipe system down. It was then covered over with loose rocks and cement to conceal it within the floor without preventing functionality. The WaterGuard system will capture water as it enters the basement through the walls or floor. The water is then guided to the sump in the basement. In the sump, we installed a SuperSump sump pump. This sump will push the water up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. With these systems in place, water is no longer a concern for Sharon.

A homeowner in Yarmouth, Maine, contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems to explore energy-saving options for both their finished and unfinished basement. They were particularly concerned about controlling humidity and requested an estimate for a dehumidification and ventilation system. Our team visited the home to assess the situation and recommended Dr. Energy Saver spray foam insulation as the best solution to meet their needs. After the installation, the difference was immediately noticeable. The basement became more comfortable, and the homeowner was very pleased with how much more energy-efficient and moisture-controlled the space felt.

This Yarmouth, ME, homeowner had an issue with water getting into their basement and causing issues with mold and mildew that led to a funky smell in the basement. Ready to tackle the issue and make the space comfortable to use again, the homeowner reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate. System Design Specialist Ken Castillo met with the homeowner and worked with them to design a waterproofing system that was specific to their home and would address all of their issues at once.   WaterGuard was installed around the perimeter of the basement to capture groundwater and channel it to the brand new SuperSump Plus. The WaterGuard is installed under the slab and features Ports for easy maintenance. The SuperSump Plus is capable of taking the water that is channeled to it and pumping it out of the basement through a Buried Discharge Line that is protected from ice buildup with IceGuard. In high-traffic areas such as doorways and appliances, TrenchDrain was installed and connected to the WaterGuard to ensure all water is being channeled to the sump. BrightWall Panels were installed on the walls, which act as a vapor barrier and integrate into the WaterGuard to capture any water seepage from the walls. BrightWall covers the old wall, leaving a bright white finish that helps to reflect light and illuminate the basement more. Finally, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier was installed to keep humidity at a safe level and prevent mold and mildew from causing issues for the homeowner. Typically, homeowners have to empty a bucket of water to keep their dehumidifier working, but with the SaniDry Sedona, it drains directly to the SuperSump Plus, meaning the homeowner can travel without worrying about moisture in their basement. Now the basement is revitalized, and the homeowner is protected from moisture and water problems and can use their basement how it’s intended to be used.

A Yarmouth, ME homeowner reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for help with their leaking basement. System Design Specialist Louis D. met with the owner to assess the basement. We installed WaterGuard around the perimeter of the basement, channeling any water to the new TripleSafe sump pump system. The TripleSafe sump has two Zoeller pumps, one is a back up in case of pump failure, or they can work together in high capacity water events. The TripleSafe also comes with a battery back up so it will continue to work even if there is power loss. TrenchDrain was installed around high traffic and high moisture areas. CleanSpace Wall System was installed on the wall where water was coming in to create a vapor barrier as added protection. 

  A homeowner in Yarmouth, Maine was dealing with a constantly leaking basement that left the space damp and unusable. Concerned about potential damage and mold growth, they reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for a permanent solution. Our team assessed the issue and recommended the installation of a TripleSafe Sump Pump System to keep the basement dry year-round. With its triple protection design, the homeowner can now rest easy knowing their basement is protected—no matter the weather. Thanks to TC Hafford, their home is now safe, dry, and ready for use.