Quick Answer

Basement Waterproofing Cost in Saskatoon (2026)

Average cost in Saskatoon

$10,225avg

$3,000 — $22,500

$75 — $310 per sq ft

+4.5% YoY
12 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Saskatchewan

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Skilled foundation specialists (~$200/hr)

$1,200 — $7,500

35%

Excavation & Site Prep

Digging to footer depth and soil removal

$900 — $6,500

30%

Materials

Membranes, weeping tiles, and gravel

$600 — $5,000

22%

Equipment & Disposal

Mini-excavator rental and debris hauling

$200 — $2,000

8%

Permits & Inspections

City of Saskatoon building permits

$100 — $1,500

5%

🧾GST+PST (11%) — Saskatchewan
Base cost + $1,125 tax$11,350

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

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$9,785

Today

$10,225

Basement Waterproofing in Saskatoon is 4.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $440 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
★★★★★

91 reviews

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MAGNUS Construction Services

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

4.9
★★★★½

253 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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DKI - Saskatoon Disaster Services

219 47th St E, Saskatoon, SK S7K 5H1, Canada

4.4
★★★★½

91 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 exerts significant hydrostatic pressure on foundations. This often necessitates more robust exterior membranes and reinforced weeping tile systems, which can increase material costs by 15-20% compared to sandy soil regions.

Yes, the Saskatchewan Secondary Suite Incentive (SSI) Grant offers up to 35% coverage (max $35,000) for eligible basement developments, which can include waterproofing. Additionally, the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program (PDAP) may provide relief for uninsurable flood damage with a 2026 repair deadline.

The City of Saskatoon has mandated sump pump systems for all homes built after January 1, 2004. For older homes, installing a professional sump pump system typically costs between $1,200 and $3,500 and is highly recommended due to the local water table.

Interior systems (drainage and sealants) typically range from $3,000 to $10,000 ($70-$195/lin. ft), while full exterior excavation and membrane application ranges from $10,000 to $30,000+ ($100-$310/lin. ft) depending on foundation depth.

📊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: 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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