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Barrington, NH homeowners had a two part issue in their basement that they needed help with, so they contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems. The owners wanted to improve the overall comfort of the space, and most especially find a way to prevent critters from getting into the basement. We installed Spray Foam insulation around the perimeter of the rim joists. Spray Foam expands as it is applied, so it easily fills any gaps or cracks that allow cold air, or even animals, to enter the basement. Spray Foam is also water and mold resistant, so it's a great product for below grade spaces.

A homeowner in Milton was experiencing trouble with water gathering in his basement. This water was clearly entering through a crack that was forming in the basement wall. After hearing about TC Hafford Basement Systems from a friend and satisfied customer, the homeowner gave us a call to come fix their problem. To start with the solution, we applied a layer of sealant in and over the crack. This first layer holds back any water trying to enter through the opening. We then laid a foam pad over the sealant to further protect from water entering the basement. Finally, we spread a layer of sealant over the first two layers to hold them in place and completely seal out any water that may try and seep into the basement. This setup will allow the FlexiSpan to not only prevent water from entering the basement, but it is flexible, so it can shift with the walls. This shifting capability ensures the crack stays sealed no matter what. This homeowner now has a dry basement.

Jen from Milton was having trouble with water pooling in her basement. This water could easily lead to water damage or mold growth and she needed something done about it. She got online and searched for a solution, soon coming across TC Hafford Basement Systems. She contacted us and we got her a free estimate within a few days! Starting work on the basement, we dug out the inside perimeter of the basement. This cleared space for us to lay down the WaterGuard pipe system. This pipe will capture all the water entering through the walls or floor and direct it to the sump. In the sump, we installed a SuperSump sump pump. This pump will take the gathered water and force it up through a PVC discharge line and out of the basement. Finally, we attached an UltraSump backup battery to the SuperSump. This battery will ensure the pump operates normally even during a power outage. Now Jen will have a dry basement no matter how hard it rains!

While living in Milton, NH, this homeowner had recently begun to notice a musty smell throughout their home. Unsure how to put an end to this problem themselves, the homeowner sought a solution online. After finding TC Hafford Basement Systems, they called us to set up their free estimate. We dispatched our sales representative and were able to go over what the problem was and what we could do to fix it with this homeowner. Water had been leaking into their crawlspace, causing the musty smell in the home. They soon gave us the go-ahead to get started on solving their problem. When our installation crew arrived at the home, they moved to the crawlspace right away to begin work on giving this home a proper vapor barrier. First, a Drainage Matting was laid across the floor of the space. This mat sits just off the surface of the floor and has many small holes throughout itself. This creates channels for the water to follow once the vapor barrier is finished, allowing the water to exit the space. Next, a CleanSpace liner was used to encapsulate the interior of the crawlspace. The CleanSpace, covering all of the walls, as well as the floor, will lock out moisture trying to enter the interior of the crawlspace in the future. This blocked water will then flow out of the space draining down back through the ground below. With their completed vapor barrier in place, this homeowner no longer needs to live with a musty smell in their home from the moisture build-up. The CleanSpace installation will keep any leaking water at bay for years to come!

Dana from East Wakefield was having a problem with a couple of cracks that had formed in his basement. These two cracks would leak water into the basement during any heavy rain, and Dana needed something to be done about this. He searched the internet for a solution, and found it; TC Hafford Basement Systems. He contacted us immediately, and we sent a representative to give a free estimate of what could be done, and how much it would cost. After discussing options, the homeowner made his decision and we got to work. We stated the process of fixing the cracks by filling each crack with a sealant. This sealant is the first step of three for the installation of FlexiSpan. Secondly, we cover this sealant with a foam pad, this pad covers the crack completely and helps prevent water from leaking in around the first layer of sealant. Finally, the foam is covered over with a layer of sealant. This sealant holds it all in place, and acts as a final line of defense against water. The way FlexiSpan is structured allows for it to shift, should the wall around the crack alter at all; hence the name, FlexiSpan. Now this homeowner no longer needs to worry about water entering through these two cracks, they have been completely sealed off from outside moisture.

A homeowner in East Wakefield had a problem with their crawlspace. Every time it would rain, the crawlspace would flood, and this created the perfect atmosphere for mold to grow. Mold growth in the crawlspace is not only unsightly, but the spores could reach the interior of the home and cause health issues for the homeowner. Needing a way to not only prevent the mold growth, but to also waterproof their crawlspace, the homeowner called TC Hafford Basement Systems shortly after seeing us on their television. We inspected the crawlspace, gave the homeowner their free estimate, and we got to work. We began by installing a SmartDrain in the floor of the crawlspace. This way any water gathering there would drain out. Next, we covered the wall/floor joint of the crawlspace with a Drainage Matting. This mat will hold back moisture and allow it time to drain either back through the soil or into the SmartDrain. We then encapsulated the crawlspace with a CleanSpacec Liner. This covers the entire crawlspace except for the ceiling, completely locking out the moisture trying to enter. Finally, we installed a SaniDry CX dehumidifier. This will remove any remaining moisture in the air, as well as maintaining a dry, healthy atmosphere within the crawlspace in the future that is uninhabitable for mold. Now this homeowner has a dry, mold free crawlspace that will remain that way for many years.

Homeowners from Milton Mills reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for help with their wet and musty basement. Our System Design Specialist met with the owners for a free estimate on how to best address their needs.   Our team installed a TripleSafe Sump Pump with an UltraSump Battery Back-Up. The inclusion of the UltraSump Battery Back-Up is important to keep water out of the basement even during power outages, which tend to be very common in New England during storms. Once the water gets to the TripleSafe Sump Pump, it has to go somewhere. A discharge line is connected and fitted with IceGuards to prevent freezing and buried. Water is taken away from the home where it is no longer a problem. Finishing out the waterproofing system was the installation of a SaniDry XP Dehumidifier to keep the humidity in the basement at a safe level. The Sani Dry XP drains directly to the TripleSafe, so the homeowner never has to worry about emptying a bucket of water, and their basement will always be protected against high moisture.

Homeowners from Milton Mills, NH reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate to address their basement concerns. They felt their foundation and lally columns were starting to fail and wanted to restabilize everything, as well as waterproof the area to address the moisture in their basement and separate crawlspace. We came up with a plan to address each area's needs given the conditions in each space.   For their crawlspace we first installed CleanSpace with Drainage Matting to encapsulate the area. Drainage Matting is a durable barrier with dimples to help channel water and elevate the CleanSpace, keeping it clean. CleanSpace is a durable, inorganic vapor barrier that gets attached to the walls and seals up the crawl space, keeping moisture out. SprayFoam was installed on the rim joists and walls to insulate the area, keeping cold air out during the winter, making the space more comfortable, and saving the homeowner money on their energy bill. Finishing out the full waterproofing system of the crawlspace was the installation of a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier which allows the basement to be kept at a safe humidity level all of the time.   For the basement area we needed to address the foundation issues with StableLock Wall System. StableLock uses modern concrete forming and shoring techniques to fill the voids of the existing wall and stabilizing it to leave a smooth wall. Traditionally, a failing foundation would be repaired but lifting the home and a new foundation being poured. The homeowner would have to move out for a period of time and the costs can be astronomical. With StableLock, the homeowner never has to leave the home and they can save money all while getting the benefit of a new foundation wall. Now that StableLock has been installed, the homeowner and their family can live in their home without being concerned that their safety is at risk.      

We recently helped homeowners in Rochester, NH with their leaking basement. We installed WaterGuard, a perimeter drainage system, to capture any incoming water. WaterGuard ties directly into the SuperSump pump system. The SuperSump pumps water away from the home through an exterior buried discharge line. We also installed a SaniDry Sedona high efficiency air system to control the humidity in the basement, reducing moisture, as well as filtering allergens from the air.

Homeowners in Rochester, NH had plans to finish their basement and turn it into functional space for the family. They experienced high moisture levels and wanted to be sure the basement was properly waterproofed before investing in the renovations. We installed a TripleSafe sump pump with WaterGuard, and a SaniDry Sedona. WaterGuard is a perimeter drainage system that catches water and directs it to the TripleSafe sump to be pumped away from the home. The SaniDry Sedona is a high efficiency air system, controlling the humidity to a healthy level while also filtering out allergens such as mold spores to keep the air healthy.