Dryshield Waterproofing

What Dryshield Waterproofing does

Dryshield Waterproofing (legally Dryshield Water Solutions Corp) is a privately held Ontario-based contractor specializing in basement waterproofing, foundation crack repair, and crawl space encapsulation for residential homeowners. Founded in 2000 and headquartered at 60 Millwick Drive in Toronto with a regional office in North Bay, the company operates across the Greater Toronto Area, Southern Ontario, the Muskoka cottage country region, and Northern Ontario. Its core technical offering combines interior drainage systems (French drain/weeping tile and sump pump installation), exterior membrane waterproofing (excavation and rubberized asphalt application), and polyurethane and epoxy crack injection. The company holds City of Toronto Basement Waterproofing License T85-4736491 and is a participating contractor in the City of Toronto Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy program.

The business runs on a direct-to-consumer, sales-led model with field technicians performing on-site inspections and providing written quotes, supplemented by an inside sales team handling phone inquiries and a website-based cost calculator for top-of-funnel lead capture. Pricing is unit-based: $600-$1,500 per foundation crack, $70-$300 per linear foot for interior/exterior waterproofing, $1,000-$3,500 per sump pump, and $5,000-$15,000 per crawl space encapsulation, with geographic pricing differentials across Toronto/GTA, Muskoka, and North Bay. The Lifetime Transferable Warranty, which carries to subsequent property owners at resale, is the central differentiator and is reinforced by Holmes Approved Supplier status, HomeStars Best of Awards, and a BBB A+ rating.

Scale signals indicate a mature regional operator: 25+ years in business, 300,000+ linear feet of completed waterproofing, 10,000+ Ontario projects referenced for rating purposes, 100,000+ lifetime customers served, and a self-reported 4.9/5-star rating. The company appears to be founder-owned with no disclosed institutional investment, no parent company, and no acquisition or M&A activity. The reported headcount of 1-10 employees is inconsistent with stated cumulative customer volume, suggesting significant reliance on subcontracted field labor across service areas.

Name

Dryshield Waterproofing

Legal name

Dryshield Water Solutions

Website

https://dryshield.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Dryshield Waterproofing is a Toronto-based private contractor specializing in basement waterproofing, foundation crack injection, and crawl space encapsulation for residential homeowners across Ontario, including the GTA, Muskoka, and North Bay markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Waterproofing Services

NAICS

Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (237110)

SIC

Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623)

akta.pro primary industry

Basement Waterproofing & Moisture Control (HSAPACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Structural Drying, Dehumidification & Moisture Control (HSAPAOAB), Waterproof Coatings & Leak Sealing (Basements, Foundations, Roof Coatings) (HSAGADAI), Concrete Waterproofing & Moisture Mitigation (HSAGALAF), Emergency Sump Pump Repair & Basement Flooding Response (HSAOAMAG)

Keywords

• Basement waterproofing services
• Foundation crack repair
• Crawl space encapsulation
• Sump pump installation
• Exterior foundation waterproofing

Headquarters

HQ city

North York

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Foundation Crack Injection Services: One-time professional service for sealing foundation cracks using polyurethane or epoxy injection. Pricing per crack with volume discounts available for multiple cracks (3+ cracks same visit). Includes lifetime transferable warranty.
2. Interior Waterproofing Installation: Installation of interior drainage systems including French drain, weeping tile, sump pump, and wall membrane. Priced per linear foot. Includes professional workmanship and lifetime warranty.
3. Exterior Waterproofing Installation: Full exterior excavation and membrane application including foundation sealing, waterproof membrane protection, and weeping tile replacement. Priced per linear foot with higher cost due to excavation labor.
4. Crawl Space Encapsulation: Complete crawl space sealing service including vapour barrier installation, vent sealing, and dehumidifier if needed. Investment typically ranges from $5,000 to $15,000 depending on size and conditions.
5. Sump Pump Installation: Installation of sump pump basin and pump unit for water discharge. Includes high-capacity pump, liner, and check valve. Per-unit pricing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Dryshield Waterproofing provides residential basement waterproofing, foundation crack repair (via polyurethane and epoxy injection), interior and exterior drainage systems, sump pump installation, and crawl space encapsulation. Services are delivered by trained technicians across the Greater Toronto Area, Southern Ontario, cottage country (Muskoka), and Northern Ontario. All work is backed by a Lifetime Transferable Warranty.

Product overview

Dryshield Waterproofing offers a unified suite of basement and foundation waterproofing services rather than a modular software platform. The core offering centers on basement waterproofing (interior and exterior systems), foundation crack repair (via polyurethane and epoxy injection methods), and sump pump/weeping tile installation. Supporting services include crawl space encapsulation, French drain installation, and window well installation. All services are backed by a Lifetime Transferable Warranty and are available across the GTA, Southern Ontario, and cottage country regions including Muskoka, North Bay, and Minden.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Basement Waterproofing Services Comprehensive basement waterproofing service delivering interior and exterior solutions to permanently stop water intrusion, seal foundation cracks, and protect foundations from moisture damage for residential homeowners.
• Interior Basement Waterproofing Internal water management service installing French drains, sump pump systems, wall membranes, and weeping tiles to capture and redirect rising groundwater away from the basement interior. Priced per linear foot.
• Exterior Basement Waterproofing Exterior waterproofing service that excavates the foundation to apply rubberized asphalt or liquid rubber waterproof membrane and replaces the weeping tile system. Priced per linear foot; total project range typically $5,000-$20,000+.
• Crack Injection Non-invasive crack injection service using polyurethane resin (for active leaks, expands on contact with moisture and cures in 24 hours) or epoxy resin (for dormant cracks, bonds concrete back to full original strength). Includes metal ports for adequate injection pressure and a Lifetime Transferable Warranty.
• Sump Pump Installation Installation service for sump pump basins and high-capacity pump units to collect and automatically discharge groundwater away from the foundation. Includes liner, check valve, and optional battery backup. Priced $1,000-$2,500 per unit (Toronto/GTA).
• French Drain Installation Installation of interior French drain channels along basement perimeter to capture rising groundwater and route it to sump pumps or existing drainage systems.
• Weeping Tile Installation and Replacement Installation or replacement of perforated weeping tile pipes at foundation footings to collect and redirect groundwater away from the foundation.
• Crawl Space Encapsulation Complete crawl space encapsulation service sealing the crawl space from the ground up using heavy-duty 12-20 mil vapor liners, sealed seams, air sealing at vents and gaps, and humidity control. Reduces heating/cooling costs by 15-20% and prevents structural repairs. Investment typically $5,000-$15,000.
• Window Well Installation Installation and repair service for basement window wells including drain installation linked to weeping tiles to prevent water entry through window openings. Priced $1,800-$3,000 per well (Toronto/GTA).

Quantifiable outcome

• Prevents up to 15% property value reduction from wet basements
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• City of TorontocoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 May 2026Participating contractor in City of Toronto Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy program. Helps homeowners apply for rebates up to $6,650 (effective May 1, 2026) for sump pump, backwater valve, and battery backup installations. Requires valid City of Toronto Business License for plumbing/drain work.
• Holmes on Homes (HGTV)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerFeatured as Approved Supplier on the Holmes on Homes HGTV show. Dryshield's installation methods and product specs meet the standards set by Mike Holmes' team for residential basement waterproofing across Canada, including Northern Ontario projects.
• Love It or List It (W Network)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFeatured providing basement waterproofing solutions on episodes of the W Network home-renovation series Love It or List It. The same exterior membrane, interior weeping tile, and crack injection systems shown on TV are installed for GTA and Northern Ontario customers.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Best Basement Waterproofing (Toronto): Toronto-area residential basement waterproofing and foundation repair contractor offering interior drainage, exterior waterproofing and sump pump installation; directly comparable to Dryshield's core GTA service offering and homeowner go-to-market motion.
• City Wide Group: Toronto-area basement waterproofing, foundation repair and underpinning specialist; comparable in services (exterior waterproofing, crack repair, sump pumps) with deeper underpinning expertise and similar Ontario-only operating footprint.

Broad incumbents

• Basement Systems: Large US residential basement waterproofing network using proprietary drainage and sump pump products; comparable core offering to Dryshield's interior waterproofing, French drain, and sump pump services but US-focused and franchise-scale.
• Groundworks: US national consolidator of residential foundation repair, basement waterproofing, and crawl space brands (including multiple regional-acquired operators); broader incumbent applying roll-up scale to the same residential waterproofing use cases Dryshield serves.
• '58 Foundations & Waterproofing: Established US residential waterproofing and foundation repair company operating across multiple states; comparable service mix (basement waterproofing, foundation crack repair, sump pumps) targeting homeowners with transferable warranties.

Direct peers

• Olshan Foundation Solutions: US residential foundation repair company offering crack repair, pier-and-beam, and basement waterproofing services; comparable in handling both structural foundation cracks and waterproofing for homeowners.
• Everdry Waterproofing: US residential basement waterproofing franchise with multi-decade brand history; directly comparable service offering (interior/exterior waterproofing, foundation repair) and homeowner go-to-market motion.
• B-Dry Waterproofing: US basement waterproofing franchise specializing in interior drainage systems and foundation crack repair; closely comparable interior waterproofing solution set and lifetime-style warranty positioning to Dryshield.
• AquaGuard Waterproofing: Toronto-based residential basement waterproofing contractor offering interior/exterior solutions, sump pump installation, and foundation crack repair; directly comparable to Dryshield's Toronto/GTA service model and pricing structure.
• RCC Waterproofing & Drainage: Toronto-based residential basement waterproofing and drainage contractor offering interior and exterior solutions and foundation crack repair across the GTA; directly comparable service catalog, customer base, and Ontario service area to Dryshield.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Dryshield

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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