Basement Waterproofing, Drainage & Plumbing Experts

Canada Waterproofers provides basement waterproofing, foundation leak and crack repair, sump pump installation, backwater valve installation, French drains and drainage solutions, sewer and drain services, and basement underpinning. We assess the source of the problem first so the recommended repair matches the actual cause. The existing site identifies these as core company services.

Basement water can come from several sources, including foundation cracks, groundwater pressure, failed drainage, surface water, plumbing problems or sewer backups. The location and timing of the water usually provide clues, but an on-site assessment is the best way to determine the cause before choosing a repair.

No. A defined foundation crack may only require targeted crack repair, while water entering at the wall-floor joint may point to a drainage or groundwater problem. Full interior or exterior waterproofing is appropriate when the conditions justify it—not simply because water is present.

Interior waterproofing manages water that reaches the foundation and directs it into a drainage and sump system. Exterior waterproofing involves accessing the outside of the foundation to repair and protect the wall before water enters. The right approach depends on the source of the leak, access, basement condition and scope of the problem.

They protect against different problems. A sump pump removes groundwater collected around or beneath the foundation, while a backwater valve helps prevent sewage from flowing backward through the home's sewer connection. Some properties may benefit from both systems.

Yes. The appropriate repair depends on the crack type, condition and whether water is actively entering through it. A crack should be evaluated in context because recurring leakage may sometimes indicate a broader waterproofing or drainage issue.

Canada Waterproofers serves homeowners throughout Toronto, Peel, Halton, Hamilton, Niagara and surrounding communities. Visit our service-area pages to find information specific to your city and the services available in your area.

Yes. Homeowners can request an assessment to discuss the symptoms they are seeing and determine the appropriate next step. If you are unsure whether the problem involves waterproofing, drainage, a sump pump or the sewer system, selecting Other / Not Sure on the request form is fine.

Financing options may be available for qualifying home-improvement projects. This can help spread the cost of larger waterproofing, drainage or foundation work over time rather than requiring the entire project cost upfront.

If water is actively entering, move valuables away from the affected area and avoid contact with sewage-contaminated water. Sewer backups, failed sump pumps and significant active leaks should be treated as urgent problems and assessed as quickly as possible.