Job Stories

A homeowner in Grand Lake Stream had a crawlspace that would regularly gather water when it would rain. Fearing mold growth, the homeowner got online to try and find ways to prevent this moisture build up. This is where they found TC Hafford Basement Systems. They called us right away to receive their free estimate. The homeowner selected what work they wanted done and our crew got to work! To remove the water as it builds up in the crawlspace, we installed a SmartSump sump pump in the floor of the space. The SmartSump will take in the water, and push it up and out of the crawlspace through a PVC discharge line. We then attached an UltraSump backup battery to the SmartSump to keep it pumping even when the power in the home goes out. The UltraSump holds enough power to evacuate 11,000 gallons of water from the basement. With these two products in place, the crawlspace should be water free for many years to come!

With a dirt basement beneath their home, this Grand Lake Stream, ME homeowner was troubled to find water pooling up across the space. Worried about water damage negatively affecting their home, this homeowner sought a solution to the problem online and soon discovered TC Hafford Basement Systems. After they called our office staff, we sent our sales representative to give them a free estimate on what could be done to solve their problem. They decided on what they would like to be accomplished and we got to work! When our installation crew arrived at the home, their first task was to pour a fresh slab over the leveled floor of the space. This will create a better barrier against leaking moisture but would not keep out all leaking moisture without the WaterGuard piping installed inside the new slab around the perimeter of the basement. These pipes will capture any moisture leaking through the new slab, trapping it through small slits along the sides of the piping. The water is then guided beneath the floor through the pipes to the sump where it will be removed from the home without gathering on the surface of the floor in the future. Within the sump, a SuperSump pump was installed to handle the removal process. Collected water is fed directly into the SuperSump by the WaterGuard piping and forced out of the home through a PVC discharge line. Continuing work on this line outside, an IceGuard pipe segment was intersected into the piping just outside the home. This special piece of pipe has upward facing holes built into itself. These protect the basement from ice or debris blocking the line. The trapped water will be able to escape the line through the sides of the IceGuard without backing up the sump. Finally, the end of the line was capped by a LawnScape grate. This will enable to the water to drain away into the ground beyond the discharge line without letting in larger debris. With this overhaul in waterproofing below their home, this homeowner no longer needs to worry about water damage, and they can now use their basement for any number of reasons. The WaterGuard piping will ensure this space stays dry for years to come!

Karl from Machias had been noticing moisture gathering in his basement. This was causing a musty smell, and possibly even mold growth. The moisture was a concern for Karl because he had a “waterproofing” sheet in place to prevent this, yet the moisture still got in. After searching online, Karl contacted TC Hafford to get the job done. We gave Karl a free estimate on possible solutions and he made his decision. We then got to work installing a SaniDry XP Dehumidifier. This dehumidifier will maintain a dry atmosphere in the basement, even if moisture still enters from the outside. The SaniDry will take in the surrounding moist air, dry it out, and push it outward into the far reaches of the basement. This creates a cycle where the dry air pushes the moist air towards the SaniDry, which then dries it out and pushes it out to pull in more moist air. Now moisture is no longer a concern for Karl!

A couple living in Machias, ME had been living with a damp basement for some time. Tired of needing to manually remove the water from their basement, the homeowners needed a permenant solution. They were soon referred to get a free estimate from us at TC Hafford Basement Systems and called is right away. After their free estimate, they decided they wanted us to get the job done for them and we got to work! As soon as our installation crew arrived at the home, they began work on the basement by excavating a shallow trench into the perimeter of the concrete floor. Here, WaterGuard piping was laid, surrounding the basement floor. These pipes, buried beneath a fresh layer of concrete, these pipes will capture any leaking moisture in the future and guided the water to the sump to be removed. Within the sump, we installed a SuperSump pump to remove the water from the home. This pump can output water at a rate of 2,650 gallons per hour. Plenty of power to keep this basement free of water. The water exits the home through a PVC discharge line. Outside the home, an IceGuard pipe section was attached to the line, to protect the basement against ice blockages. Any trapped water will be able to escape through special holes in the sides of the IceGuard. Finally, a LawnScape discharge port was used to cap the end of the line. This piece forms a grate on the end of the line to allow the water to flow out onto the lawn, while preventing debris from entering the line. With these improvements to their basement, these homeowners will no longer need to remove water from their basement manually. Their WaterGuard piping and SuperSump pump will ensure their basement remains dry!

Having a basement that would regularly flood whenever the drain in the floor would backup, this Machias, ME homeowner was in desperate need of basement waterproofing. After they saw an ad on their TV for TC Hafford Basement Systems, they gave us a call and spoke with our office staff about setting up their free estimate. The homeowner soon met with one of our sales representatives to discuss their options for waterproofing. Once the homeowner made their decision, we got started on solving their wet basement problem. Upon arriving at the home, our crew got to work by first expanding the existing drain to enable the installation of a sump system. Next, a TripleSafe sump pump was installed. The TripleSafe contains three pump that act to maintain a dry basement floor. The primary and secondary pumps both work to remove the bulk of the water needing removal from the basement. The secondary pump will only activate if the primary pump fails or needs assistance with the level of water. Finally, the third pump is a battery-operated backup pump for when the home loses power. This will ensure the basement floor remains water-free even during harsh storms. The water removed by the TripleSafe system travels through a PVC discharge line up and out of the home where it passes through two additional waterproofing features. The first being an IceGuard pipe segment attached just beyond where the discharge line leaves the home. The IceGuard has built-in holes that face up, only allowing for water traveling back up the pipe to escape. This will prevent ice blockages or other debris in the line from causing flooding in the home. Lastly, the water exits through a LawnScape discharge port, that covers the end of the line with a grate. The grate will keep debris from entering the end of the line while continuing to let the water drain freely. The water is deposited onto the ground far enough from the home to not cause further trouble for the homeowner. With their new sump system in place, this homeowner can now make use of their basement how they wanted to without the need to fear water damage. The TripleSafe system will keep water from pooling up all across this basement in the future!

  A homeowner in Marshfield, Maine, contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems after dealing with constant issues from overflowing gutters. The heavy rains in the area were causing water to spill over the gutters, potentially damaging their foundation and landscaping. After assessing the situation, we recommended the installation of our Gutter Shutter system. The Gutter Shutter system is designed to handle heavy rainfall without clogging, thanks to its large capacity and clog-resistant design. This eliminates the need for constant maintenance, like cleaning out leaves and debris, which had been a frequent headache for the homeowner. With its seamless structure and durability, the Gutter Shutter system ensures that water is directed away from the home efficiently, protecting both the foundation and the yard from potential water damage.   Once the installation was complete, the homeowner was very satisfied with how the system transformed their gutter performance. They no longer had to worry about climbing ladders to clear debris or dealing with rainwater spilling over the sides during storms.

Every time heavy rain comes through, this Machiasport, ME basement fills with a couple of inches of water, causing severe moisture issues for the homeowner. It’s important to take care of issues like this quickly to prevent damage that can ruin the health of the home and create an unsafe space to live in. The homeowner scheduled a free estimate with TC Hafford Basement Systems and worked with System Design Specialist Craig Ziegenbein to design an encapsulation system that would help the homeowner protect their home's health.   CleanSpace with Drainage Matting is laid on the ground to create a channel for water and an inorganic barrier between the CleanSpace and the outside elements. The CleanSpace Wall System was installed to create a full encapsulation system to keep moisture out of the space. The water has to go somewhere, so a SmartSump Sump Pump was installed to pump water through the new Exterior Buried Discharge Line. To keep the system running all year, even during the winter, IceGuard was installed on the Discharge Line to prevent ice from building up. Finally, a SaniDry Sedona was installed and connected to a condensate pump that drains to the SmartSump. Now, humidity will stay at a safe level, and the homeowner will never have to worry about emptying a bucket of water. The space is fully encapsulated, and the home’s health is protected.

Living with a basement that would regularly take on water during rainfall or melting snow, this Princeton, ME homeowner needed a little help. Having worked with us before, the homeowner called us at TC Hafford Basement Systems to find out how we could solve this problem for them. We set them up with a free estimate where our sales representative would go over the homeowner’s options with them. They soon gave us the green light to get started on waterproofing their basement! As soon as our installation crew arrived at the home, they got started on the basement floor by excavating space for our WaterGuard system. This involved removing enough of the floor to create a shallow trench around the perimeter of the basement. It was within this trench that the WaterGuard piping was laid and covered by a fresh layer of concrete to seal it within the floor. Now any water traveling through the concrete foundation will become trapped by small slits in the sides of the WaterGuard. This water then travels through the piping to the sump for removal without ever reaching the surface of the floor. To handle the water removal, a TripleSafe sump system was installed in the basement floor, with the WaterGuard feeding in directly. The TripleSafe houses three pumps, each serving a separate function. The primary pump handles the bulk of the water removal, with the secondary pump only activating as a backup for the primary in the event that it becomes overwhelmed. The third and final pump, operating on a battery, will turn on to remove water during any power outages that might occur. This will ensure the basement remains water-free during any weather! The water being removed flows from the home through a PVC discharge line. Now that they have a proper waterproofing system below their home, this homeowner can expect to find a dry basement floor instead of constantly damp one when they go downstairs. The WaterGuard & TripleSafe systems will maintain a dry basement floor for years to come!

Pete from Meddybemps had a sump pump that would regularly back-up and flood the basement. This was a serious problem for Pete because the pump was supposed to be what kept it free of water. The issue got so bad, water damage was starting to become a real threat. Needing a remedy fast, he got online and searched for possible repairs. This is where he found TC Hafford Basement Systems, who he promptly called to receive his free estimate. We then got started on the basement! To begin, we removed the old sump pump. It was no longer functioning properly, and was disposed of. We then installed a TripleSafe sump pump. This is a three tier pump system that will keep operating under the harshest conditions. The TripleSafe is composed of three pumps. Primarily, the first pump handles most of the water and operates under normal circumstances. The second pump is there for when the primary pump either malfunctions, or cannot handle the amount of water alone. The third and final pump is a batter powered backup pump for when the power it out. These three pumps will maintain a dry basement, forcing collected water up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line. Finally, on the exterior of the home, we attached an IceGuard piece to the discharge line. The IceGuard will allow for water to flow should the lower end of the pipe become blocked by ice or other debris. Now that Pete has a functioning sump pump, he can rest assured he no longer needs to worry about water damage.

This homeowner living in Meddybemps, ME had a foundation problem. The supports below their home were beginning to fail and the house was dipping. Looking for a solution to this problem, the homeowner found our website at TC Hafford and called us to receive their free estimate. They spoke with our sales representative and agreed to the work we could do on their home. When our installation crew arrived at the home, they got to work on stabilizing this foundation. Once below the home, our crew installed SmartJack piers beneath the rim-joists in the base of the home. These piers are aligned vertically to maintain an even distribution of the weight of the home. The SmartJacks can be adjusted in the future to correct for any settling that may occur over time. Once the new supports were installed, the old, failing supports were removed from beneath the home. With their sinking foundation resolved, this homeowner no longer needs to worry themselves about their home suffering any damage from the problem. The SmartJack installations will keep this home level for years into the future!