The most effective way to waterproof your basement is to stop water from entering your home in the first place.

This can be done by a professional foundation contractor like Foundation Waterproofing By Moe using the best basement waterproofing method which is waterproofing basement walls from the outside.

HOW TO WATERPROOF BASEMENT WALLS FROM THE OUTSIDE

Unlike interior basement waterproofing methods exterior systems remove water from around your foundation via weeping tile system and stone bed.  The membrane keeps wet and cold soil away from walls and still allows concrete to breathe, which can reduce your heating and cooling costs for you as well.

Waterproofing basement walls from the outside involves the following:

1. Digging around the exterior of a building to expose its foundation walls and footings
   
   
2. Making repairs to the structure of the foundation and footing
   
   
3. Covering the foundation walls with a Platon Membrane to create a barrier that moisture cannot permeate while still allowing the concrete to breathe
   
   
4. Installing a working footing drain is crucial to a working weeping tile system sending water away from the foundation.
   
   
5. Placing clear drainage stone about 16-24 inches over the weeping tile system against the base of the Platon membrane to allow drainage of any water build-up.

Is waterproofing basement walls from the outside considered a DIY project?

While we wouldn’t say any home improvement job is impossible to do on your own, exterior foundation waterproofing is not something an average Joe would have the equipment, skills, time or knowledge to accomplish effectively. Any mistake usually means starting over. 

The dangers involved and the hard labour makes it a leave it professionals kinda job.

Contact us any time to get a free estimate for your basement waterproofing needs.

HOW MUCH DOES WATERPROOF BASEMENT WALLS FROM THE OUTSIDE COST?

The cost of this service depends on where you are located, whether there is structural damage from how long you’ve waited to have the issue addressed and how large your building is.  Also, access for equipment, depth and landscape are also things to consider.

Here in the Niagara Region, exterior basement waterproofing service usually costs somewhere between $70-$120 per linear square foot.

It’s always a smart move to reach out to a professional contractor.  Foundation Waterproofing by Moe has been in business since 1998 and has extensive knowledge and experience to guide you in the right direction.  Get a quote for your particular needs and property.

Whether it be interior or exterior or a combination of both, we will always recommend fixing things the same way as if it were our own house.