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A homeowner in Searsmont had an addition put onto their home. This addition caused leak in the basement of the home, by creating a crack along where the old met the new. This leak was a problem for the homeowner, so they came to TC Hafford Basement Systems to solve their problem. We had a representative take a look, then we got to work! To fix this crack in the joining of the two sides of the house, we used FlexiSpan. Starting this process, we filled the crack with a sealant. This is the first step of FlexiSpan, and acts as a primary barrier against water coming in through the crack. We then laid a foam pad over the top of the crack. This helps the structure of FlexiSpan, allowing it to be flexible, should the crack shift at all. Finally, the foam is covered with a second layer of sealant. This seals the entire piece in place, locking out moisture permanently.

A homeowner that lived in Searsmont, ME had been having some problems with moisture leaking into their basement. Unsure how to prevent these leakages on their own, the homeowner needed assistance. After a quick search online, they found TC Hafford Basement Systems and called us to see if we could help. We set them up with a free estimate of what options they had and then got started on the waterproofing once they chose what work they wanted done. When our installation crew arrived at the home, to prevent water from reaching the surface of the concrete floor in the future, a shallow trench was dug into the perimeter. Here, WaterGuard piping was laid, surrounding the basement floor. These pipes, buried beneath a fresh layer of concrete, will capture any moisture leaking towards the basement inerior and guided it through the floor directly to the SuperSump sump pump we installed next. The SuperSump takes the collected water and forces it out of the home through a PVC discharge line. On the exterior of the home, two additions were made to the discharge line before our crew was finished. The first was an IceGuard pipe section attached to line just beyond where it exits the home. The IceGuard has special holes built-in which allow for trapped water to escape. This protects the basement from a backup if ice or other debris forms a blockage in the discharge line. Finally, a LawnScape pipe segment was used to cap the end of the line. This piece has a grate covering the end, allowing the water from the sump to flow out without interference. Now that their basement has received a proper waterproofing, this homeowner will no longer suffer from a flooding basement during heavy rainfall. The WaterGuard piping will keep water from gathering on this basement floor for years to come!

After noticing two cracks that had recently opened on their basement walls, this Searsmont, ME homeowner knew right away they needed to do something about them before the problem got worse. Searching online for a solution, they soon came across our TC Hafford website and called us to set up their own free estimate! After meeting with our sales representative, the homeowner gave us the go ahead to get started as soon as our crew was available. Once the crew arrived at the home, they got started on the cracks by clearing them of debris with a coarse brush. This will allow the sealant to better adhere to the walls surface. An initial layer of sealant was then applied over the top of each crack, with plastic plugs being inserted every few feet. Once dried in place, these plugs were opened. Then starting from the bottom and working their way up, our crew injected Polyurethane through each of the plugs into the cracks, resealing each plug once filled. This will completely seal both of these problem cracks, preventing any moisture from flowing through. With the cracks sealed, that’s two less problems on the mind of this homeowner. The Polyurethane Injections will ensure this basement remains leak-free for years to come!

A homeowner in Hope noticed their basement was starting to develop a harsh musty smell. This was certainly due to mold growth from moisture in the air. This problem is not only inconvenient because of the smell, but could also pose a serious health risk if left unchecked. After having a contractor refer TC Hafford, the homeowner gave us a call. We soon had a representative out at the home to inspect the basement and suggest the best course of action. After reviewing with the homeowner, the solution we went with was installing a SaniDry XP Dehumidifier. This will keep the air in the basement dry, eliminating the environment necessary for mold growth. Now this homeowner has a mold free basement with dry air.

John from Brooks was in need of a way to keep his basement dry. Water seemed to be coming in from nowhere and this was a problem. One internet search later and John had found TC Hafford Basement Systems. He soon made a phone call to get a free estimate on what could be done to help fix his wet basement problem. After deciding on which solution he wanted, we had out crew get to work on the basement. We dug up the interior perimeter of the basement. This made way for the WaterGuard piping system. This will collect the water coming in from the walls or floor and direct it to the sump. In the sump, we installed a TripleSafe sump pump. This pump utilizes three separate pumps. One primary pump, one secondary pump in case there is too much water for the first to handle, and finally a battery powered backup pump for when the power goes out. This pushes the water up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. Now this homeowner has a dry basement thanks to WaterGuard!

Betsy in Exeter was experiencing problems with water gathering in her basement. This was a problem because this water could lead to mold growth, or even structural damage to the house. Betsy needed a solution, fast! She got online to search for one and found TC Hafford Basement Systems. We were just the answer she needed, so she gave us a call and we got to work! We started work on the basement by digging up the interior perimeter of the basement floor. This allowed us to lay down a WaterGuard pipe system. Which was then covered over with a layer of fresh concrete to conceal it below the floor. This pipe can now collect all the water trying to enter the basement through the walls or the floor. We then installed a SuperSump sump pump. This will take the collected water and push it up and out of the basement through a discharge line. Finally, we attached an UltraSump backup battery to the SuperSump to ensure it will continue to run even if the power to the home should go out. Now Betsy no longer has a water problem in her basement!

A homeowner living in Exeter, ME had been living with a damp basement for some time. Deciding it was time to solve their moisture problem, they searched online for a solution and soon discovered us at TC Hafford Basement Systems. After giving our office a call, they were set up with a free estimate to review what their options were. They soon gave us the go-ahead to begin work on fixing the musty atmosphere of their basement. Upon arrival, our installation crew was able to begin work right away. To eliminate the moisture from the basement air, a SaniDry XP dehumidifier was installed on the floor of the space. This device will pull in the damp air around itself, separating the moisture from it and redistributing the dried air back into the basement. The collected moisture is passed to a Condensate Pump installed nearby, which forces the water out of the home through a discharge line. With the SaniDry removing the moisture from the air in this basement, any problems that might have developed such as mold growth will now no longer be able to take root. This homeowner now no longer needs to suffer from a musty basement smell or risk a mold problem. The SaniDry XP will keep the air in this Exeter, ME basement dry for years to come!

With a sump pump already installed in their basement, this Exeter, ME homeowner was not used to having a flooded basement. But during exceptionally inclement weather, their home was without power and the basement flooded without the sump to remove the water. Worried this may happen again, the homeowner searched online and soon called us at TC Hafford Basement Systems to find out what we could do to help them. After they spoke with our sale representative and received their free estimate, the homeowner hired us to provide a solution to their problem. When our crew arrived at the home, they needed to bolster the existing sump so that it could maintain activity even during power outages. To do this, an UltraSump backup batter was installed nearby the existing sump pump. This device was then connected to the sump to provide the power necessary to keep the sump active. The UltraSump will remain inactive until the home loses power in the future. The sump will then operate using power from the battery, which is capable of removing over 11,000 gallons of water before requiring a charge. This new system will now keep this home safe from flooding during the harshest storms. The UltraSump will keep this homeowner’s sump operational around the clock for years to come!

A homeowner in Thomaston was noticing water collecting on their basement floor. This water was obviously entering through two rather thin cracks that spanned the length of his basement walls. These cracks needed to be addressed, and the homeowner got online to find a solution. After finding TC Hafford Basement Systems, the homeowner gave us a call to receive a free estimate. We had a representative head out to take a look. The course of action we agreed upon with the homeowner was FlexiSpan, which could permanently seal the cracks. We started this process by filling the two cracks with a sealant. This first layer of sealant acts as a primary guard for keeping out water. Then a layer of foam padding is placed over the two cracks, to hold the first layer in place. This foam also acts as structural support for the repair. Finally a second layer of sealant is added on top of the foam to hold it all in place. The way this FlexiSpan works is that it locks out water, but is still flexible enough to shift, should the walls move under ny circumstance. Now this homeowner no longer needs to worry about water coming in through these two cracks!

This homeowner living in Thomaston, ME was having trouble with their basement. The air in the space was damp and musty. Looking to have the space dried out, the homeowner tried to find ways to take care of their moisture problem. They soon got referred to us at TC Hafford Basement Systems by a friend. They called us to receive their free estimate and then we got to work! When our installation crew arrived at the home, they began work on this project by installing SaniDry XP dehumidifier on the basement floor. This device will take in the surrounding damp air, separating the moisture from it. This moisture is passed to a Condensate Pump through some piping. The pump will force the water out of the home through a discharge line to eliminate this homeowners moisture problem. The SaniDry will circulate the dried air back into the space, continuing the process until the moisture in the air is brought down to regular levels. Now that the SaniDry is up and running, this homeowner no longer needs to suffer from such a musty basement. The air in this basement will now stay moisture free for many years to come.