Before & After Photos

Have you ever walked into a room of your home and felt the floor bounce? What about cracks in the walls? Along with cracked tiles and uneven spaces under baseboards, these are all signs that your home’s floor is sagging and that structural issues are developing. This Saco, Maine homeowner noticed these issues and wanted to take care of the problem as soon as possible. System Design Specialist Brian Donnelly worked with the homeowner to rectify the issue and protect their home from any further damage. They worked together to create a solution that would fix the sagging issues and protect the crawl space from outside elements.

To address the sagging floors, SmartJacks were installed with a Steel Supplemental Beam. SmartJacks replaced the current supports, as seen in the photos. The homeowner opted to encapsulate the crawl space with CleanSpace and Spray Foam. With the system installed, outside elements are kept out, and the crawl space can be used for storage without the fear of moisture causing any damage. Groundwater will be removed by the installed SmartSump and taken out of the crawl space through a buried discharge line. To round out the system, the homeowner also decided to purchase a SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier to keep humidity at a safe level, meaning they will have peace of mind moving forward, knowing that their crawl space is protected and the structural integrity of their home is intact.

This Old Orchard Beach, ME, homeowner was looking to retire and spend time enjoying their home, but they were unable to relax when they knew that work needed to be done to their crawl space. The homeowner’s cinder block foundation was moving in the corner and even crumbling in section. They already had to replace carrying beams because of rot due to high moisture. Looking for a solution that would fix their problems and give them peace of mind, they booked a free estimate with TC Hafford Basement Systems. System Design Specialist Brian Donnelly met with the homeowner, and together they designed a system that would surpass the homeowner’s expectations and stabilize and protect the home.

First, the failing foundation wall needed to be addressed to protect the home from shifting and causing damage to the walls and putting the homeowner in unsafe living conditions. A StableLock wall system was installed where necessary to stabilize the wall and prevent it from ever shifting again. StableLock fills voids and creates a smooth wall with the best qualities of a newly poured foundation without the need to lift the home, which is more expensive and requires the occupants to move out for a period of time. StableLock can be set up and installed in just two days without the homeowner having to leave the property at all. 

Next, the moisture and high humidity needed to be taken care of to protect the home against mold and more wood rot. To handle groundwater, Perforated Pipe was installed to channel water to the new TripleCrawl Sump Pump system. The TripleCrawl system is capable of taking large amounts of water and pumping it out of the crawl space through a Buried Discharge Line that takes the water far away from the home. To keep the system running all year round without being interrupted by the harsh Maine winters, IceGuard was installed on the Discharge line to prevent ice buildup.

The area needed to be encapsulated for maximum protection, so CleanSpace with Drainage Matting was installed to create an inorganic barrier between the outside elements and the crawl space. Drainage Matting is laid down first. Drainage Matting features a durable construction with large dimples that help channel water and keep the CleanSpace above clean. CleanSpace is installed and attached to the walls with SprayFoam to create a tight seal that keeps out moisture and critters that could cause damage. CleanSpace is a super durable vapor barrier that is a permanent fix and turns an open crawl space into an encapsulated area that is perfect for storage.

Finally, a SaniDry Sedona was installed that drains directly to the TripleCrawl Sump Pump so the homeowner never has to worry about emptying a bucket, and their crawl space is kept at a safe humidity level 24/7. Now the homeowner is able to retire into the home and enjoy the peace and quiet without worrying about the stability of their home or their crawl space being an area of misery anymore.

This homeowner living in Strong, ME had been experiencing a musty smell propagating their home from their damp crawlspace. Without any form of waterproofing, the crawlspace was open to the elements. Looking for ways to remedy this issue, they contacted us at TC Hafford Basement Systems, and we set them up with a free estimate. After hearing what their options were, they hired us to solve their moisture problem and our crew was dispatched to the home to get started. In order to keep outside moisture from building up in the crawlspace in the future, a vapor barrier would be needed. This began with Drainage Matting being laid across the dirt floor of the crawlspace. Next, a CleanSpace liner was used to encapsulate the interior of the space, sealing it off from the outside moisture. Now when water leaks in through the earth, the CleanSpace liner will block its entry into the crawlspace while the Drainage Matting provides channels for the water to travel toward where it can most easily escape back into the ground.

With a proper vapor barrier to hold back moisture, this homeowner should notice their moisture problem dissipate very soon. The CleanSpace liner will keep this crawlspace interior water-free for years to come!

Andrew and his crew did a great job encapsulating this Crawl Space in Portland, ME. Now the homeowner has plenty of storage area that will be protected against  outside elements.  

When this Peaks Island, ME homeowner noticed the musty smell coming from their crawlspace, there had already been a moisture problem for some time. Looking to have this remedied, they hired us at TC Hafford Basement Systems, and we got our crew sent over to get the job done! To prevent future leakages from reaching the interior of the crawlspace, a Drainage Matting and CleanSpace liner were utilized to form a vapor barrier. This will brighten up the interior of the crawlspace and hold any moisture on the exterior of the space; allowing it to easily flow back out through the ground below. Finally, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier was installed to eliminate any moisture still present in the space. This will ensure the crawlspace remains completely moisture-free for years down the road!