Quick Answer

Basement Waterproofing Cost in Edmonton (2026)

Average cost in Edmonton

$12,719avg

$2,500 — $48,000

$70 — $450 per sq ft

+4.5% YoY
12 sources
Updated 4 days ago
Alberta

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Excavation, installation, and backfilling

$5,600 — $21,600

45%

Materials

Membranes, weeping tiles, gravel, and sealants

$3,700 — $14,400

30%

Equipment

Mini-excavator rental and debris disposal

$1,800 — $7,200

15%

Sump Pump & Mechanical

Pump unit and discharge plumbing

$1,200 — $3,500

7%

Permits & Engineering

City of Edmonton fees and inspections

$150 — $1,300

3%

🧾GST (5%) — Alberta
Base cost + $636 tax$13,355

GST at 5%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Interior drain tile system
  • Sump pump installation
  • Vapor barrier
  • Crack injection sealing
  • Labor

Typically Excludes

  • Exterior excavation waterproofing
  • Foundation repair
  • Mold remediation
  • Dehumidifier
  • Landscaping restoration

Based on interior waterproofing for a standard 800-1,000 sq ft basement.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$7,440

$5,952 — $8,928

Based on 12 sources and market data for Edmonton. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$12,171

Today

$12,719

Basement Waterproofing in Edmonton is 4.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $548 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Waterproofing Contractors in Edmonton

Verified providers
🔨

Crack Buster Concrete

9862 80 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 1T2, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

178 reviews

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Above Grade Construction Services

16647 113 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 2X2, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

95 reviews

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Shield Foundation Repair

8625 63 Ave, Edmonton, AB T6E 4P3, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

268 reviews

🔨

Abalon Foundation Repairs

6708 72 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6B 3E7, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

471 reviews

🔨

Basement Systems Edmonton

9353 45th Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 5Z7, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

81 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

In 2026, professional crack injection in Edmonton typically costs between $800 and $2,500 per crack, depending on whether it is a simple polyurethane injection or requires exterior excavation.

For a typical 1,000 sq. ft. bungalow with roughly 130 linear feet of perimeter, a full exterior excavation and membrane replacement costs between $32,500 and $58,500 based on local rates of $250–$450 per linear foot.

Yes, if the work involves structural repairs or changes to the weeping tile system. Permit fees are based on the project value, with a minimum base fee around $110 plus a 4% Safety Codes Council levy.

Interior drainage systems (French drains) are more affordable, ranging from $70 to $230 per linear foot, whereas exterior systems that require heavy excavation range from $250 to $450 per linear foot.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 12+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 4 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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