Quick Answer

Basement Waterproofing Cost in Saskatoon (2026)

Average cost in Saskatoon

$9,613avg

$2,450 — $22,000

$75 — $325 per sq ft

+3.4% YoY
8 sources
Updated 4 days ago
Saskatchewan

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Specialized foundation technicians

$1,100 — $9,500

45%

Materials

Membranes, weeping tiles, gravel

$850 — $7,500

35%

Equipment & Excavation

Mini-excavator rental and soil removal

$400 — $4,000

15%

Permits & Inspections

City of Saskatoon building permits

$167 — $450

5%

🧾GST+PST (11%) — Saskatchewan
Base cost + $1,057 tax$10,670

GST+PST at 11%

📋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

$6,800

$5,440 — $8,160

Based on 8 sources and market data for Saskatoon. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$9,296

Today

$9,613

Basement Waterproofing in Saskatoon is 3.4% compared to roughly a year ago — about $316 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 Saskatoon

Verified providers
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Rainbow Restoration of Saskatoon

822 45 St E, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0W5, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

206 reviews

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Dunamai Concrete Cutting Ltd.

3035 C Miners Ave, Saskatoon, SK S7K 8A1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

95 reviews

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MAGNUS Construction Services

1540 Alberta Ave #1, Saskatoon, SK S7K 7C9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

254 reviews

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Saskatoon Fire & Flood

3710 Thatcher Ave, Saskatoon, SK S7R 1C6, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

204 reviews

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K & S Contracting Inc

120 23 St E, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0J2, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

72 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

Saskatoon's expansive clay soil and extreme temperature swings (from -40°C to +35°C) cause significant soil contraction and expansion. This puts immense hydrostatic pressure on foundations, making professional waterproofing essential to prevent structural cracks.

A standard sump pump installation typically costs between $1,200 and $2,800 CAD. For a high-end system with a battery backup—highly recommended due to Saskatoon's spring melt and potential power outages—costs can reach $4,000.

In 2026, professional epoxy or polyurethane crack injections in Saskatoon range from $650 to $1,100 per crack, depending on the width and accessibility of the damage.

Yes, if the work involves changes to the building envelope or structural repairs. The minimum permit fee in 2026 is $167, with additional costs of approximately $10.25 per $1,000 of project value.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ 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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