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Basement waterproofing cost in British Columbia
Most homeowners pay $8,300 – $13,800 (mid-range, typical $10,600, before GST/HST), 1% above the national average.
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mid-range, typicalPrice levels in British Columbia
| Typical | Labour | Materials | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $10,200 $7,950 – $13,300 | $5,795 | $4,398 |
| Mid-range | $10,600 $8,300 – $13,800 | $6,015 | $4,618 |
| Premium | $14,800 $11,500 – $19,200 | $7,732 | $7,025 |
Why prices in British Columbia are different
Labour makes up about 57% of a mid-range basement waterproofing job, around 62 hours of trade work. Tradespeople in British Columbia cost about 2% more than the national average (official wage data: Job Bank wages (Employment and Social Development Canada)), while materials are priced much the same across the country. That is why the total comes out 1% above the national figure.
British Columbia ranks 3 of 9 provinces for this job, from most to least expensive.
By area
| Location | Basic | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver Island and Coast | $10,400 | $10,800 | $15,100 |
| Northeast | $10,200 | $10,700 | $14,800 |
| Cariboo | $10,200 | $10,600 | $14,800 |
| Kootenay | $10,200 | $10,600 | $14,800 |
| Lower Mainland | $10,200 | $10,600 | $14,600 |
| Nechako | $10,200 | $10,600 | $14,800 |
| North Coast | $10,200 | $10,600 | $14,800 |
| Thompson--Okanagan | $9,600 | $10,100 | $14,200 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does basement waterproofing cost in British Columbia?
A mid-range job typically costs $10,600 before GST/HST, with most homeowners paying between $8,300 and $13,800. A basic job is about $10,200 and a premium one about $14,800.
Is basement waterproofing more expensive in British Columbia than the national average?
British Columbia: 1% above the national average. Labour makes up about 57% of a mid-range basement waterproofing job, around 62 hours of trade work. Tradespeople in British Columbia cost about 2% more than the national average (official wage data: Job Bank wages (Employment and Social Development Canada)), while materials are priced much the same across the country. That is why the total comes out 1% above the national figure.
How much of the price is labour in British Columbia?
About 57% at the mid-range level, around 62 hours of work at local rates. The rest is materials, equipment and disposal, which vary much less between regions.
Where in British Columbia is it most expensive?
Vancouver Island and Coast is the most expensive area at about $10,800 for a mid-range job, and Thompson--Okanagan the least expensive at about $10,100.
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