Quick Answer

Basement Waterproofing Cost in Winnipeg (2026)

Average cost in Winnipeg

$10,592avg

$2,500 — $22,500

$75 — $310 per sq ft

+4.2% YoY
11 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Manitoba

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor & Excavation

Manual or machine digging and site prep

$1,250 — $11,250

50%

Materials

Membranes, weeping tiles, and gravel

$625 — $5,625

25%

Equipment Rental

Excavators and disposal bins

$250 — $2,250

10%

Sump Pump & Plumbing

Pump unit and discharge line setup

$250 — $2,250

10%

Permits & Inspections

City of Winnipeg building permits

$125 — $1,125

5%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — Manitoba
Base cost + $1,271 tax$11,863

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

$7,040

$5,632 — $8,448

Based on 11 sources and market data for Winnipeg. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$10,165

Today

$10,592

Basement Waterproofing in Winnipeg is 4.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $427 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 Winnipeg

Verified providers
🔨

Assured Property Management

115 Strand Cir, Winnipeg, MB R2N 1N3, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

52 reviews

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Blue Maxx Basement Systems

3300 McGillivray Blvd #3, Oak Bluff, MB R0G 1N0, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

40 reviews

🔨

204 Foundation Repair

450 Hampton St, Winnipeg, MB R3J 1P9, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

31 reviews

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Belvidere Construction Ltd

710 St Anne's Rd, Winnipeg, MB R2N 0A8, Canada

4.4
★★★★½

128 reviews

🔨

Abalon Foundation Repairs

965 Pacific Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3E 1G3, Canada

4.1
★★★★

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

Yes, the Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program covers up to 60% of the cost for installing a backwater valve (max $1,000) and a sump pit drainage system (max $1,000) for eligible homes.

Winnipeg's heavy clay soil expands when wet, requiring deeper excavation (often 8-10 ft) and specialized backfill like clear stone, which can push exterior costs to $150-$310 per linear foot.

For a single non-structural crack, polyurethane or epoxy injections typically cost between $600 and $1,200 in 2026, depending on the depth and accessibility.

A standard 1,000 sq ft basement in Winnipeg typically requires 130-140 linear feet of drainage, costing between $8,500 and $14,000 for a full interior French drain and sump pump installation.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 11+ 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: 3 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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