Job Stories

A homeowner in Palermo had been working on finishing his basement, but couldn’t quite complete the project because of water leakage. One corner in particular would allow water to leak in during heavy rains, and the homeowner needed something done about it. Seeking help online, the homeowner soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems. He gave us a call and we had our crew sent over to fix his problem. To begin our work, we needed to dig up a trench surrounding the inside perimeter of the basement floor. Because the water was entering through the cement foundation, we needed to install our WaterGuard system underneath the floor to capture this water. With this system cemented in place, any water trying to come in through the foundation would be redirected to the sump in the basement. Within the sump, we installed a SuperSump sump pump. This pump will force any collected water up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. Finally, on the exterior of the home, we attached an IceGuard filter to the discharge line. This specially designed pipe will allow water to continue to flow from the line, even if the lower end is blocked by any debris. Now this homeowner can easily finish his basement with these waterproofing systems in place!

A homeowner living in Palermo, ME had been living with a damp crawlspace for some time. Unsure how to keep the moisture from rainfall out themselves, there wasn't much they could do. But when they were told about TC Hafford Basement Systems by a relative, they called us soon after and we set them up with a free estimate! They quickly gave us the go-ahead to get the job done. As soon as our crew arrived at the home they were able to get started waterproofing this crawlspace right away. To allow any water blocked by the vapor barrier, a Drainage Matting was installed across the floor of the space. This mat sits just above the floor and allows water trapped below it to flow towards the perimeter of the crawlspace where it will drain away. Next, a CleanSpace liner was used to encapsulate the interior of the space. The CleanSpace forms a water-tight seal, locking any moisture leaking into the crawlspace on the exterior of the barrier. With thie vapor barrier in place, any moisture problems, such as a damp smell will no longer negatively affect this homeowner.

This homeowner living in Palermo, ME had recently begun to go through the process of turning their basement into a finished space. But a pesky crack along one of the concrete walls was leaking water into the space, which was an immediate problem. After hearing about TC Hafford Basement Systems from a friend, the homeowner called us right away to set up a free estimate. Our salesperson visited the home to take a look and talk over the options with the homeowner. They soon agreed to what work they wanted done and we got started! When our installation crew arrived at the home, they got started on fixing this crack with a FlexiSpan seal by brushing dust and debris away from the crack with a coarse brush. Next, a primary sealant layer was applied within and slightly around the crack. This layer was then covered by a foam matting running the length of the crack. Using a second layer of sealant to cover over the foam and lock this structure in place against the crack completes the FlexiSpan installation. This new seal will lock out moisture that would have previously leaked into the basement with ease. The foam core within the FlexiSpan gives the seal the flexibility the name suggests, allowing it to stay over the crack if the wall were to shift at all. Now that the leaking problem has been resolved, this homeowner can move forward with their initial plans! The FlexiSpan seal will ensure this basement stays water-free for years to come.

A homeowner in Tenants Harbor was having a problem with water getting into their basement. This would soon lead to mold growth or structural damage to the house. The homeowner needed a solution, and took to google to find an answer. This is where the homeowner found TC Hafford Basemenst Systems. After receiving the call, we got to work! We inspected the crawlspace, then decided it was best to install a CleanSpace Liner. This liner will completely lock out moisture trying to enter through the walls or floor of the crawlspace. Preventing any mold growth inside the crawlspace in the future. Now this homeowner is worry free!

A resident of the town of Clinton had noticed a problem forming in their basement. It was a crack in the wall. This crack could lead to several issues in the future, such as water gathering on the floor, or mold growing from moisture in the air. The homeowner saw an ad on TV for TC Hafford and called us immediately. We then sent out a crew to get to work fixing the crack. To start the solution, we filled the crack with sealant. This acts as the first line of defense against moisture. Then a foam pad is laid over the top of this sealant, to hold it in place and to act as a secondary barrier. Finally a second layer of sealant is laid on top of the foam, to completely seal any moisture out of the basement. This layered system, know as FlexiSpan is capable of stretching and shifting. Should the crack manipulate at all, the FlexiSpan should stay snug to the crack, locking out water without fail.

A homeowner came to TC Hafford to have their wet basement looked at. Water had been seeping into the basement on a regular basis for 40 years. This never bothered the homeowner too much, until it became a health problem. The moist air in the basement would allow for mold to grow. This mold would not only cause a nasty smell to appear, but would also cause some health concerns for the residents of the house. With moisture in the air being the largest concern for the homeowner, they decided to go with the SaniDry XP Dehumidifier to help solve the problem. The SaniDry XP will take in the moist air surrounding it, dry it out, and push it out into the basement. Cycling other moist air back towards the SaniDry XP to continue the process. This keeps the basement air dry, and maintains it, removing the ideal air conditions for mold to grow. This homeowner no longer needs to worry about their health when it comes time to enter their basement.

When a couple living in Albion, ME ran into some basement trouble, they were unsure what options they had. Water had been leaking into their basement seemingly right through their concrete foundation. After a short amount of time, they searched online for a solution and found us at TC Hafford Basement Systems. The homeowners called us to receive their free estimate right away. Once they spoke with our representative they hired us to get the job done! As soon as our installation crew arrived at the property, they began work on waterproofing this basement. To keep water from leaking through the floor, a WaterGuard piping system would be buried beneath the perimeter of the floors surface. Once a trench was dug and the pipes were in place, they were sealed in the floor by loose rocks and concrete. Here, the WaterGuard will absorb leaking moisture through slits along its bottom edge. This water is then guided to the SuperSump sump pump we installed in the basement floor. This pump will then force the water up and out of the home without the water ever reaching the floors surface. Outside the home, two attachments were added to the discharge line that carried the water away from the home. The first was an IceGuard pipe segment. This piece, attached just beyond where the line exits the home, has special holes built-in that only allow blocked water to escape. This protects the basement from flooding if ice were to block the discharge line. Finally, a LawnScape discharge port was used to cap the end of the line. This piece will blend the end of the port into the lawn while the grate will keep out debris. The less debris in the discharge line, the less chances for blockages to form. Now that this couple has a properly waterproofed basement, they can finally make use of the space without the fear of water damage. The WaterGuard will keep this basement free of water for many years to come!

After noticing one of the concrete walls of their barn was beginning to bend inward, this Albion, ME homeowner was worried the wall might cave in if left alone. The homeowner searched online for a solution and soon came across TC Hafford Basement Systems. Once the homeowner spoke with our office staff, our sales representative was dispatched to give the homeowner a free estimate. Soon after the representative explained the available options, the homeowner decided to have us solve their problem as soon as possible. As soon as our installation crew arrived at the property, they got started preparing the bowing wall for correction. Sections of the supports along the top-most edge of the wall were trimmed and fitted with several blocks used to hold the Lever Bracket in place. Next, the PowerBrace supports were cut to the proper length to fit the wall and secured to the base of the wall; with several feet between each beam. The PowerBrace beams were then connected to the Lever Brackets attached to the joists above the wall. This bracket can be adjusted, tightening each PowerBrace against the wall, pulling it back into place over time. The PowerBraces will be adjusted periodically to ensure the wall returns to its original position and remains there. Now a collapsing wall is no longer something this homeowner has to worry about. The PowerBrace beams will maintain this wall well into the future.

A homeowner in Warren had a crawlspace with a sand floor. This was a problem for the homeowner, because water was easily entering the crawlspace, and causing mold to grow. The homeowner took to the internet to find a solution. TC Hafford soon received a call. We took a look at the crawlspace, and got to work! We started by placing down a drainage matting on the floor. This acts as a primary barrier from water, and will allow any water entering the crawlspace to flow back out through the floor. Then the entire crawlspace got encapsulated by our team, using CleanSpace Liner. This liner fits tight against the walls and floor of the crawlspace. It seals out any water trying to sneak into the crawlspace. Now this homeowner no longer needs to worry about water or mold in their crawlspace.

A homeowner in Spruce Head was experiencing problems with their sump pump. It would back-up during exceptionally heavy rains, and flood parts of the basement. Needing this to stop before any serious water damage occurred, the homeowner contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems. We gave the homeowner their free estimate, and then we got to work on waterproofing their basement. The existing sump pump needed to be removed to start the job. It was no longer needed, because it was being replaced. We then installed a SmartSump sump pump in the sump. This will now pump out all of the water gathering within the basement without issue. Attached to this SmartSump, we installed an UltraSump backup battery in case of a power outage during a rain storm. Finally, on the exterior of the home, we attached an IceGuard filter onto the PVC discharge line coming from the sump. This filter will allow water to flow from the line even if the lower end of the pipe becomes blocked by ice or other debris. Now this homeowner is worry free, with a dry basement!