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A previous Basement Systems customer recently purchased this Bremen, ME, home, and once they moved in and saw their basement, they knew they wanted to protect their home, so they called TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate. Dr. Energy Saver System Design Specialist Nima Farshid met with the homeowner and worked with them to design a system that would waterproof the basement and create a more energy-efficient space while they were at it. Step One: Waterproofing The homeowner wanted the basement to be dry all of the time, so they did not want to cut any corners. WaterGuard was installed around the perimeter of the basement to collect and channel water. In high-traffic areas such as entrances and the oil tank, TrenchDrain was installed and connected to the WaterGuard. The water has to go somewhere, so the homeowner chose a SuperSump for the job. The SuperSump takes the water and pumps it through an Exterior Buried Discharge line, which gets the water far away from the home. To prevent ice buildup and keep the system running at 100% during the winter months, IceGuard was installed on the Discharge line. CleanSpace Wall System was installed along the walls and attached to the WaterGuard. CleanSpace Wall System acts as a vapor barrier and channels any moisture coming in from the cinderblock wall to the WaterGuard. 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 SuperSump, so the homeowner never has to worry about emptying a bucket of water, and their basement will always be protected against high moisture. Step Two: Creating a More Energy-Efficient Space It’s no secret that heating and cooling a home can be expensive. Wanting to save money on their energy bill and create a more comfortable home, the homeowner opted for SprayFoam insulation. Closed-cell SprayFoam was installed along the basement walls to trap in heat during the winter and prevent the homeowner from having to constantly adjust their thermostat throughout the day. Now the homeowner not only has a more comfortable home, but their new home is protected against water and moisture. Mold will be prevented from growing, keeping their family healthy, and their basement is set up to be used however the homeowner would like, without the risk of their belongings being damaged.

A homeowner in Guilford, ME contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems for help with their ongoing wet basement issues. System Design Specialist Alan N. gave a free estimate for the needed repairs. The homeowners wanted a new slab poured, in which we also installed slab WaterGuard. WaterGuard collects moisture and water and channels it to the new TripleSafe sump pump. TripleSafe features two Zoeller sumps and a battery-powered backup. The TripleSafe drains water out of the basement and through an Exterior Buried Discharge line that is protected against ice buildup with IceGuard. Finishing the waterproofing was the installation of a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. The SaniDry Sedona drains directly to the TripleSafe, which allows the basement to be kept at a safe humidity level all of the time without the homeowner having to empty a bucket of water to keep it running.

A homeowner in Saint Albans would have water gather in their crawlspace during heavy rains. This was causing mold growth within the crawlspace and needed to be stopped as soon as possible. After seeing one of our trucks, the homeowner looked us up and we got them their free estimate! They chose what work they wanted done and we had our crew head over to the home. We started by laying a Drainage Matting around the inside perimeter of the crawlspace. This will hold back the water leaking in through the walls or wall/floor joint. Allowing it time to drain before it causes any issues within the crawlspace. We then encapsulated the crawlspace with a CleanSpace Liner. This liner will hold back any further moisture attempting to enter through the walls or floor. Now mold is no longer a concern for this homeowner, now that their crawlspace has been completely waterproofed.

A homeowner living in Saint Albans, ME was experiencing trouble with keeping their basement clear of water. With water leaking in through the foundation itself, the homeowner had no means of preventing the flooding from taking place. They were soon referred to contact us at TC Hafford to take care of their problem, and they called us right away ot receive their free estimate. They liked what we could do for them and hired us to get the job done! Once our installation crew arrived at the home, they began work on the basement by excavating a shallow trench into the perimeter of the floor. WaterGuard piping was then laid down within this trench and buried beneath a fresh layer of concrete. Within the floor, these pipes will take in the leaking moistrue, guiding it directly to the sump for removal before it can even reach the surface. We installed a SuperSump pump within the floor to take care of the water-removal process. The SuperSump can output water at a rater of 2,650 gallons per hour, which is plenty to keep this basement water-free. The water leaves the home through a PVC discharge line. Outside the home, just beyond where the discharge line exits the home, an IceGuard pipe segment was attached to protect against ice blocking the line. Any trapped water will be able to escape through special holes in the IceGuard before reaching back up into the home. Finally, a LawnScape discharge port was used to cap the end of the line. This piece has a grate over the end to keep debris from falling into the line while allowing the water to flow out onto the ground. These basement improvements will ensure this homeowner will no longer need to remove the water from their basement themselves. The WaterGuard & SuperSump will keep the basement dry automatically.

Living with a musty smell in parts of their home, this Saint Albans, ME homeowner was looking a solution to their problem. They took to the internet and soon discovered our TC Hafford Basement Systems website. After they looked over our site, they called us to set up their free estimate right away! Our office staff scheduled a time for the homeowner to meet with our sales representative and review their options. After their meeting, the homeowner hired us right away to dry the wet crawlspace at the root of the problem. As soon as our installation crew arrived, they began work on the crawlspace by removing some existing dirt below the home and regrading the floor to better allow water to flow away from the space. A Drainage Matting was then laid across the crawlspace floor, completing the first half of the vapor barrier installation. The Drainage Matting has holes placed in a grid throughout itself and rests slightly above the surface of the floor. This will enable water blocked by the vapor barrier to flow out of the crawlspace without pooling up and creating new problems. Finally, a CleanSpace barrier was used to encapsulate the interior of the crawlspace. This liner covers the surfaces of the walls and covers the Drainage Matting to seal moisture out of the interior of the crawlspace. With a new vapor barrier below their home, this homeowner’s moisture problem will no longer persist. The CleanSpace liner will keep out any future leakages for years down the road!

A homeowner with a finished basement in Washington was noticing a musty smell starting to appear. This wouldn’t do, so Valerie searched online for a way to remedy this. After finding TC Hafford Basement Systems, Valerie knew she had found her solution. She contacted us and we got to work! After taking a look at the basement, the fix was clear, she needed a SaniDry XP. This is a dehumidifier which will suck in the moist air, take out the moisture, and push the dry air out into the basement. This creates a cycle of dry air pushing moist air closer to the SaniDry, allowing for more and more air to be dehumidified. Now Valerie no longer struggles with a musty basement.

When this homeowner moved into a home that had a concrete foundation, basement flood was not something they expected. After trying to deal with the problem for some time, they decided it was best to have it waterproofed professionally and searched online for a solution. That is where they found us at TC Hafford Basement Systems and they called us to set up their free estimate. They agreed to what we could do to help waterproof their basement and our crew got to work! When the installation crew arrived at the home, their first task was to install WaterGuard piping. To get this done, a shallow trench was excavated into the perimeter of the concrete floor. Here, the WaterGuard was laid, surrounding the basement. To conceal the piping within the floor without hindering function, the WaterGuard was buried underneath some lose rocks before being covered with a fresh layer of concrete. Small slits along the bottom of the WaterGuard pipes capture any leaking moisture inside the floor and prevent it from reaching the surface of the floor in the future.The water caught by the WaterGuard is guided through the floor to the sump where we installed a TripleSafe pump system. The TripleSafe contains three individual pumps that force water up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line. The first and second pumps inside the TripleSafe handle the removal of the majority of the captured water, with the secondary pump only activating when the primary requires extra power. The third pump is a battery backup pump that will stay inactive until the home loses power. Then this pump will take on the water removal until power returns. With their new waterproofing complete, a flooding basement is no longer something this homeowner needs to worry about! The WaterGuard & TripleSafe installation will keep this basement dry for years to come.

This homeowner living in Washington, ME had a problem below their home. The sump in their basement where water was supposed to escape through had recently started to back up and overflow during rainfall, causing flooding in their basement. Worried about the potential for damage to the property, the homeowner searched online for a solution right away. When they found our TC Hafford Basement Systems website, they gave us a call to see about setting up their own free estimate. After their meeting with our sales representative, the homeowner decided they would like us to take care of their flooding basement for them and hired us right away! When our installation crew arrived at the property, their first task was to install a TripleSafe sump system within the old, failing sump. The TripleSafe houses three pumps inside itself that act to force collected water up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line. A WaterGuard piping system which was buried beneath the perimeter of the concrete basemen floor will capture leaking moisture in the future and guide it to the TripleSafe for removal. Two of the three pumps within the TripleSafe will do the majority of the water-removal, while the third pump, which is battery-operated, will remain inactive until the home loses power. This way, the water is removed from the home in any weather, without even reaching the surface of the floor. Now that this homeowner has a functional water-removal system again, they can make better use of their basement without worrying about moisture damage. The TripleSafe pump working alongside a WaterGuard piping system will ensure this basement floor stays dry for years down the road!

A homeowner in Palmyra was having water problem in their basement. This problem was being caused by a crack that had formed in one of the walls. This crack was an easy access point for water from the surrounding soil. The homeowner needed a way to fix this, and turned to the Yellow Pages for help; finding TC Hafford Basement Systems. We had a representative take a look, and he decided that FelxiSpan was the best option for this basement. FlexiSpan is a three layer system that starts with filling the crack with a sealant. This is the first line of defense against water trying to enter the basement. This layer is then covered with a foam matting, to act as the secondary barrier protecting against water. Finally the matting is covered in a layer of sealant to lock out any water trying to sneak in. This structure allows for the FlexiSpan to contort to the crack should it shift at all. This homeowner now no longer has a water problem in their basement.

A homeowner in Dexter had been having a problem with their cement garage floor. It had been slowly sinking into the ground, becoming uneven with the surrounding foundation and driveway. The homeowner needed a way to realign these slabs, but couldn’t do it on their own, so they searched online for help. After coming across TC Hafford Basement Systems, this homeowner knew we were the right company for the job and called us right away. After setting up a meeting, we had our representative head to the home to investigate and give the homeowner their free estimate. They selected how they wanted it fixed and our crew got to work! We needed to bring the garage floor slab back up to its original location. To do this, we needed to put something below the concrete slab. Luckily, we have just the thing for this. To begin, we drilled holes around the slab strategically to get an even spread. Then, through these holes, we pumped in PolyLevel. This is a foam that fills the space between the slab and the ground, lifting it back up to its original placement. Once the slab reached this point, we removed the tubes and allowed the PolyLevel to solidify. This will hold the slab in place, not allowing it to sink back down. Thanks to PolyLevel, this homeowner now has a perfectly level garage floor once again!