Basement Waterproofing in Canada: Tips to Remember

Before you can finish your basement, waterproofing it is a must. No one wants to spend time and money finishing a basement only to have it destroyed by a flood. If you’re waterproofing your basement or preparing to finish it, there are several things you should know before you start.

Drain Tile Works

One surefire way to keep your basement dry is to install a high-quality drain tile along the interior perimeter of your basement. Perforated drainage tile laid along the footing of your basement will provide a place for water to go when it enters the basement, as well as provide a route for water to follow that leads to a sump pump. As eRenovate writes, drain tile is useless unless it is level and connected to a pump or something that will remove the water.

Wall Membrane Insulation is Key

If you live in Canada, you know that you may spend half of the year hiding in your home trying to keep warm. According to Environment Canada, from November to April, an area like Calgary in Alberta can regularly experience temperatures from -3 to -8 degrees C. In these types of temperatures, insulation is a must if you plan on finishing your basement into a usable room you would want to spend time in. Affixing an insulated wall membrane to your basement walls can help keep heat inside your basement.

A Smart Choice

Our ThermalDry basement wall system is the perfect choice if you’re looking to finish your basement. Its plastic vapor barrier with bubbles on one side acts as a thermal break, and the spacers allow drainage to keep water from getting into your basement through the walls. Also, its reflective foil face reflects more than 90 percent of the indoor heat back into your basement to help you save energy and keep your basement warm enough to comfortably spend time in.

Basement Systems has a number of dealers located throughout Canada to help you with all your basement waterproofing needs. Contact us today for your free basement waterproofing inspection and estimate in Canada and let us help you make your basement an enjoyable room to be in.