Job Stories

A couple in Milo were seeking help in preventing their basement from flooding. During heavy rains, water would build up and sit on the basement floor, while their sump pump slowly did its best to remove the water. The couple got online and sought out their answer, soon finding TC Hafford Basement Systems, who they called right away. We gave them their free estimate, and then we got to work! To help eliminate the water building up on the basement floor, we dug out the inside perimeter of the basement floor to enable us to lay down our special WaterGuard pipe system just beneath the floor. It was then covered over with rocks and cement to bury it without stopping its function. The WaterGuard pipes will catch any water as it tries to enter the basement through the walls or floor via a phenomenon known as hydrostatic pressure. This water is then channeled to the sump in the basement. Within this sump, we replaced the old pump with a SuperSump. The Supersump is able to push 2,650 gallons of water per hour up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. With these two systems working in tandem, these homeowners will no longer have any water build up on their basement floor.

A homeowner from Milo, ME noticed a crack had opened on one of their basement walls. This crack had been letting outside moisture leak into the basement, which was immediately a problem for the homeowner. After hearing about our company from a friend, this homeowner called us at TC Hafford to set up their free estimate. They decided they wanted us to seal the crack so we dispatched our crew and got to work. When the installation crew arrived at the home, they began work on the crack by prepping it for sealing with a coarse brush. Once clear of debris, a primary layer of sealant was applied within and around the crack.Next, a foam mat was layed over the sealant, along the length of the crack. Finally, a second layer of sealant was used to cover the structure, completing what is known as a Flexispan seal. This seal will keep any outside water from leaking in through the crack in the future. The foam core allows the FlexiSpan, as the name suggests, to flex slightly and conform to slight changes in the shape of the crack. With the crack sealed, this homeowner no longer needs to deal with water gathering on their basement floor. The FlexiSpan seal will keep this basement water-free for years to come!

Even though this Milo, ME homeowner had a sump in the floor of their basement, water would still occasionally overwhelm the sump and pool up across the floor. Dealing with these puddles was quickly getting tiresome for the homeowner, so they began looking for a way to solve the problem. After seeing TC Hafford on their TV, they called us right away to be set up with a free estimate. They spoke with our representative about their options and soon gave us the green light to waterproof their basement. As soon as our installation crew arrived at the property, they were able to get started on the basement right away. To enable this sump to handle the amount of water typically entering this space, a TripleSafe sump system was installed in the existing hole. The TripleSafe houses three individual pumps that operate at all hours to keep the basement water-free. The first and second pumps each work to remove the majority of the water, with the secondary pump only switching on if the primary pump is either overwhelmed by the volume of water or fails for any reason. The third pump operates on a battery, maintaining a dry basement even during power-outages. The water flowing through the TripleSafe exits the home through a PVC discharge line. This line carries the water a distance from the home before releasing it onto the lawn to harmlessly drain away. This line terminates through a LawnScape pipe segment which covers the end of the line with a grate. This grate allows the water to flow freely while keeping out relatively large debris. Just beyond where the discharge line leaves the side of the home, an IceGuard pipe section was integrated into the line. The IceGuard is constructed with upward facing holes in the sides. These holes do not interfere with normal water flow from the home but will release any water blocked by ice or debris blocking the line. This will prevent water from backing up and overflowing the sump. With their new sump system in place, this homeowner can rest assured their basement will keep itself dry. The TripleSafe pump will keep this basement from flooding for years into the future!

Cathy from Bernard was having trouble with water leaking into her basement through the corners. The water would be pushed in during heavy rains by what is known as hydrostatic pressure. Seeking a way to prevent the water build up, Cathy called TC Hafford Basement Systems. We were just the company she needed to get this job done! We began by digging out a trench encircling the basement floor. This is where we laid our WaterGuard piping system. This system will capture water as it enters the basement through the cement, and guide it to the sump. The WaterGuard is then covered with loose rocks and cement to hide it without stopping its function. We then installed a SmartSump sump pump, with an UltraSump backup battery attached. This will remove all the water collected by the WaterGuard, and remove it through a PVC discharge line. Even should the power go out in the home, the UltraSump will keep the pump pumping in any weather! Finally, we attached an IceGuard pipe piece to the discharge line on the exterior of the home. This will allow water to continue to flow even if the lower end of the pipe becomes blocked by ice or other debris. With these systems in place, Cathy will never need to worry about a leaking basement again!

A homeowner in Bass Harbor had a problem with water leaking into his basement. This water would gather into pools, and then begin to flood the basement. Needing the basement space for storage, the homeowner required an immediate fix for this problem, before water damage ruined their belongings. After a quick search on the internet, the homeowner found TC Hafford Basement Systems. We received the call and dispatched a representative to inspect the basement, then give a free estimate to the homeowner. They decided on what options worked best for them, and we started work! We began by digging up the interior perimeter of the basement floor. This gave us a trench to lay down our WaterGuard pipe system. These pipes are then covered over with loose rocks and cement to home it in place. It will then capture water as it tries to enter the basement through the walls or floor. Next, we installed a SuperSump sump pump. This will take the water collected in the WaterGuard pipes and force it up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. Once outside the house, we attached an IceGuard section to the discharge line. This will allow water to continue to flow should the lower end of the discharge line become blocked by ice or other debris. Now this homeowner can rest assured their belonging will no longer be at risk of water damage, thanks to WaterGuard!

This homeowner living in Bass Harbor, ME had recently noticed a musty smell beginning to take root in their crawlspace. The smell was a sign of a moisture problem in the space, and this homeowner knew just who to call. Having used our services before, they called us at TC Hafford Basement Systems to set up a free estimate. After they met with our sales representative, they were ready to move forward with the installation right away. Once our installation crew arrived at the home, they got started on the crawlspace right away. To eliminate the moisture in the air and take care of the musty smell problem bothering the homeowner, a SaniDry XP dehumidifier was installed. The SaniDry will dry the space by pulling in the damp air surrounding itself and separating the water from the air. The newly dried air is then circulated back into the space, cycling more damp air towards the intake until the space is filled with dry air once again. The collected water is then fed through some piping to the sump in the basement. Here it is forced out of the home through a PVC discharge line. Now this homeowner should notice the musty smell dissipate along with the moisture problem. The SaniDry XP dehumidifier will ensure the air in this space stays dry and healthy for years into the future.

A homeowner in Mount Desert had been having trouble with mold growing within his crawlspace. This mold was beginning to cause a smell to form in the space that was spreading through the basement, and up into the home. The homeowner, seeking a way to eliminate moisture build up in the crawlspace, searched online to find a solution. After finding TC Hafford Basement Systems, the homeowner contacted us for a free estimate. We then sent out our crew and got to work! We began by laying a Drainage Matting around the wall/floor joint of the crawlspace. This mat will hold back water attempting to find its way to the center of the space. The water held by the mat will be given more time to ideally drain back into the surrounding soil. Next, we encapsulated the space with a CleanSpace liner. This liner will lock out any and all water trying to enter the crawlspace. Finally, we installed a SaniDry XP dehumidifier. This will maintain a dry atmosphere within the crawlspace, eliminating the mold by removing its habitat. This homeowner now has a dry basement and systems in place to keep it that way!

With a crack along one of their basement walls, a homeowner living in Mount Desert, ME was beginning to experience some water troubles. Without a way to seal the crack, this homeowner had no way to stop outside water from leaking onto their basement floor. They soon saw an ad for TC Hafford on their TV and called us to receive a free estimate. After hearing their options, they decided to have us get the job done right away. Once our installation crew arrived on the scene, they started work on this crack by brushing it clear of debris with a coarse brush. Then the first layer of sealant was applied within and around the crack. A foam mat was then place along the length of the crack, covering the first layer of sealant. Finally, a seconad layer of sealant was applied over the top of the foam, completing what is known as a FlexiSpan seal. As the name suggests, the FlexiSpan can adjust to slight changes in the shape of the crack thanks to the foam core. This will now keep out any future leaks that would have otherwise ended up across this basement floor. Now that the crack below their home has been sealed successfully, this homeowner now has peace of mind during any rainfall. The FlexiSpan seal will keep water out of this basement for many years to come!

After recently having a vapor barrier installed below their home, this Mount Desert, ME homeowner wanted additional humidity control for their crawlspace. Having done business with us before, they called our office to set up a time for their free estimate on this project. After speaking with our sales representative, the homeowner gave us the green light to begin work! As soon as our installation crew arrived at the home, they were able to go straight to the crawlspace and begin work. To eliminate any moisture build-up in the atmosphere within the crawlspace, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier was placed in the space. This device will pull in the damp air surrounding itself and separate the moisture from it. The dried air is then circulated back into the crawlspace where it will cycle more damp air back to the SaniDry, continuing the process until the space is free of moisture. The water that is separated from the air flows through a Condensate Pump, that forces the water out of the home through a discharge line. Now with both a vapor barrier and a dehumidifier below their home, this homeowner should have no moisture problems develop in the future. The SaniDry Sedona will ensure the air below this home remains dry & healthy for years to come!

A homeowner in Southwest Harbor owned a home with a damp crawlspace. The space would usually take on water during rain, and then the water would persist within the space for several days afterword. This created a very moist atmosphere, the perfect environment for mold growth. Asking around for potential solutions, the homeowner was quickly referred to TC Hafford Basement Systems. They called us right away and we were on the job! To begin, we laid a Drainage Matting along the wall/floor joint surrounding the crawlspace. This mat will hold back some of the moisture entering through the soil, giving it time to drain back out. We then encapsulated the crawlspace with a CleanSpace Liner. CleanSpace is a thin plastic sheet that covers the floor, and all of the walls within the crawlspace to lock out any water that would have otherwise leaked in. With these two barriers in place, moisture will no longer be able to access this crawlspace; Protecting this homeowner from any problems involving mold, or water damage.