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In Freeport, ME, a homeowner faced a persistent water intrusion issue in their basement storage area. Concerned about potential long-term damage and the safety of their stored belongings, they reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems to explore solutions, particularly interested in installing a sump pump. Our knowledgeable System Design Specialist then conducted a thorough assessment of the basement to identify both present conditions and potential causes. It became clear that installing a TripleSafe Sump Pump system was essential to effectively manage and prevent future water issues. Additionally, the specialist recommended fitting our patented IceGuard system to ensure unfailing discharge even during harsh winter conditions typically faced in Maine. By opting for our advanced solutions, the homeowner can stop worrying about damage to their home and stored belongings.

We helped homeowners in Freeport, Maine waterproof their wet basement. When it rained they would have water seeping in from the basement floor and wanted to learn their options to keep the basement dry. We installed WaterGuard, a TripleSafe sump pump, and a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier.  WaterGuard is a perimeter drainage system that collects water seeping in and channels it to the TripleSafe to be pumped away from the home. The TripleSafe sump pump is the top of the line sump system, with two Zoeller pumps and a third battery backup pump. Now that the groundwater is controlled, the SaniDry Sedona will keep the basement at a healthy humidity level to prevent moisture, with the ability to remove over 100 pints of water from the air per day! The SaniDry Sedona also has a MERV 8 filter to remove allergens like mold spores, improving the indoor air quality.

When this homeowner living in Wayne, ME began to notice signs of moisture build up below their home, they wanted to know what their options were. After consulting the Yellow Pages, they called us at TC Hafford Basement Systems to find out if we could solve their problem. We set them up with a free estimate where the homeowner talked over their options with our sales representative. Once they selected how they wanted us to approach solving their moisture trouble, we dispatched our installation crew to get started! When the crew arrived at the home, they began work on keeping the crawlspace dry by installing a SmartDrain system within the natural low point of the floor. This will pull in any gathering water and drain it away from the home. Next, a Drainage Matting was laid across the floor of the space. This mat, resting on grooves in itself, forms channels against the floor below. The water blocked by the finished vapor barrier will follow these channels to the drain. Finally, a CleanSpace liner was used to encapsulate the interior of the crawlspace. This forms a water-tight seal against any outside moisture. Any leaking water will now gather on the exterior of this barrier and flow downward to the floor, where it will drain out of the home. With these new improvements below their home, this homeowner should soon notice the musty smell fade from their home. The CleanSpace barrier will keep their crawlspace dry and healthy in the future!

A couple living in New Portland, ME was having some problems with their concrete foundation. During rainfall, water would leak into the basement, with the foundation doing little to keep the water out. Tired of these wet basement conditions, the homeowners searched online for a solution. They soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems and contacted us to get their free estimate. Shorlty after they hired us to take care of their wet basement! As soon as our installation crew arrived they were able to begin work on the foundation to keep out any future leaks. To begin, a shallow trench was excavated into the perimeter of the concrete floor. WaterGuard piping was then used to line this trench, surrounding the basement. Fresh concrete was used to seal the WaterGuard within the floor where it will capture any leaking moisture that might have otherwise made it into the basement. The water trapped inside the WaterGuard is guided within the floor to the sump where a SuperSump pump was installed. The SuperSump then takes the collected water and forces it up and out of the home through a PVC discahrge line. Now that their basement has been properly waterproofed, these homeowners can make use of the space. The WaterGuard & SuperSump will ensure this basement stays dry for years into the future!

A homeowner in Sabattus was experiencing an issue where water would come up through his sump, so he plugged the hole himself. But this makeshift fix wasn’t going to work forever. He then went to the internet to find a more permanent fix. After contacting us, we arrived to give him a free estimate on what his options were for resolving his problem. To fix his sump issue, we took out his makeshift plug, and implemented a SuperSump sump pump. This pump will take any gathered water and push it up and out of the basement. Now this homeowner has a permanent fix for his water problem.

A homeowner living in Sabattus, ME had been experiencing some mild basement flooding. Even though they had a sump in the floor, the water would occasionally be too much and the basement would begin to flood. Looking to put an end to this, the homeowner searched online for a solution. Once they found TC Hafford Basement Systems, they called us right away to receive their free estimate. They thought over their options and then gave us the go-ahead to beign work! As soon as our installation crew arrived, they got started upgrading the existing sump. A TripleSafe sump pump was installed where the old sump was. This device houses three individual pumps, each operating to keep the basement water-free. The primary and secondary pumps pump out the bulk of the water, the second pump only activating when the primary has trouble keeping up with the amount of water present. The third pump is a battery operated pump, to keep the basement safe from flooding during any power-outages. These will keep any water out of the home around the clock. The water from the sump is pumped up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line. This line carries the water through the lawn before it exits through a LawnScape pipe piece on the end. This piece has a grate over the top to allow the water out while keeping debris from blowing into the line. Just beyond where the discharge line exits the home, an IceGuard pipe piece was attached to the line. This piece has special holes built-in that allow for blocked water to escape the line. This protects against any ice that might form and block the lower end of the line. Now that their basement is properly waterproofed, this homeowner can utilize the space however they please. The TripleSafe pump will ensure no more flooding occurs.

This homeowner living in Sabattus, ME was looking to finish their basement. With a concrete foundation and an existing sump system, they just needed a way to keep the air dry. After searching online, they soon discovered TC Hafford Basement Systems and called us right away to set up their free estimate. Once they spoke with our sales representative, they decided they were ready for us to help finish their basement! When our installation crew arrived at the property, they got started on this basement by installing a SaniDry XP dehumidifier on the surface of the basement floor. The SaniDry will pull in the air from the basement, separating any moisture that might be present. The collected water is passed through some piping to the sump below the floor to be removed from the basement. The dried air is then circulated back into the basement, maintaining a healthy atmosphere within this space. Now this homeowner can better utilize the space how they want to.

Derek in Lisbon Falls was in need of some basement waterproofing. He needed it because water was entering his basement through the walls and floor. To find a solution to his problem, Derek got online and soon came across TC Hafford Basement Systems. He gave us a call and we sent out a representative to give him a free estimate on the cost of the basement repairs. After he chose to get the work done, we started on the basement! We excavated the interior perimeter of the basement and removed the debris. This gave us a trench to install a WaterGuard pipe inside of. This WaterGuard is then covered over with loose rocks and cement is poured on top to seal it underneath the basement floor. The WaterGuard will capture all the water entering the basement through the walls or floor. The water is then directed out of the basement through the sump. Now Derek has a dry basement, and no need to worry about water making its way inside.

System Design Specialist Nick C. helped homeowners in New Sharon, Maine with their leaking basement issue. The homeowners experienced water coming in after each storm, and it was worsening each time. We installed a SmartSump pump with UltraSump battery backup system. The SmartSump collects groundwater and pumps it away from the home through an exterior buried discharge line. The UltraSump battery backup ensures the system keeps operating, even if the home loses power during a storm.

A homeowner in Vienna was in need of a new sump pump. Their old sump was frequently backing up during rains, and would flood the basement several feet high. This was an immense problem for the homeowner, their basement was completely useless. They needed a way to fix this ASAP, so they took to the internet and found TC Hafford Basement Systems. We were just the solution they were seeking. After receiving the phone call, we had a representative look at the basement to find the problem and give a free estimate. We were then able to send in our crew to get to work. The old sump was nearly useless at this point, so we used an EverLast Door to cover the old sump over. We then dug out a new sump, to emplace our TripleSafe sump pump. This pump, as its name suggests, has three separate pumps within it to guarantee functionality. The second pump is in place for when the primary pump malfunctions or can’t completely handle the current level of water. The third pump is a batter powered backup pump for the chance of any power outage within the home. This pump pushes the water outside through a PVC discharge line. Once outside the home, the water travels through a specially designed pipe called an IceGuard along the discharge line. This piece allows water to continue to exit the basement should the lower end of the pipe become blocked by ice or other debris; preventing the new TripleSafe sump pump from backing up and flooding the basement. Now this homeowner has a dry basement, and a sump capable of keeping it that way!