Quick Answer

Basement Waterproofing Cost in Vancouver (2026)

Average cost in Vancouver

$12,500avg

$3,000 — $35,000

$70 — $300 per linear ft

+5.2% YoY
6 sources
Updated today
Metro Vancouver

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Excavation and installation

$1,350 — $15,750

45%

Materials

Membranes, weeping tiles, sealants

$1,050 — $12,250

35%

Equipment

Excavators and disposal bins

$450 — $5,250

15%

Permits & Fees

City permits and inspections

$150 — $1,750

5%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — British Columbia
Base cost + $1,500 tax$14,000

GST+PST at 12%

📋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

$9,200

$7,360 — $11,040

Based on 6 sources and market data for Vancouver. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top Waterproofing Contractors in Vancouver

Verified providers
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Wise Cracks Vancouver

7342 Winston St Unit 103, Burnaby, BC V5A 2G9, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

1 reviews

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Basement Systems Vancouver

7449 Hume Ave unit #13, Delta, BC V4G 1C3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

93 reviews

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Banff Contracting Company

38 Fell Ave #202, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3S2, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

39 reviews

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Stanley Foundation Repair

2594 E 3rd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5M 1G9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

17 reviews

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Abarent Foundation Repairs

1033 Marinaside Crescent, Vancouver, BC V6Z 3A5, Canada

2.0
★★☆☆☆

1 reviews

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💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

Full exterior waterproofing, which involves excavating around the foundation to install membranes and drainage, typically costs between $15,000 and $40,000 in Vancouver, depending on the property size and access.

Interior solutions, such as installing a sump pump and interior French drains, are more affordable and generally range from $3,000 to $8,000 for a standard Vancouver basement.

In British Columbia, interior waterproofing averages $70 to $230 per linear foot, while exterior excavation and waterproofing ranges from $100 to $300 per linear foot.

Yes, homes in North Vancouver face intense moisture from mountain elevation, while areas like Kitsilano and Point Grey deal with high water tables, often requiring more comprehensive and expensive exterior drainage systems.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 6+ 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: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.