Older and newer homes both get water
Older Vancouver homes may have no drainage at all and low spots that have collected water for decades. Newer homes can get water too — when lots are graded so water flows toward the house, when gutters overflow, or when the crawl space sits low. The fix is the same idea in both: give water a planned path out.
What we install
- Perforated drain pipe in trenches along the foundation and through low areas
- Lines sloped to a collection point
- A sump pump where gravity can't do the job
- A new vapor barrier over the finished system
Inspect in the wet season if you can
Because Vancouver's rain tapers off by mid-June, a crawl space can look fine in summer and be wet in winter. If you've seen water before, photos from the wet months help us design the right system. If you call in summer, we'll look for the clues water leaves behind: tide lines, silt and damaged insulation.
Then control the moisture
Once water is managed, some homeowners go further with encapsulation. It's the natural next step once the water is handled.
What drives drainage cost in Vancouver
- Total length of drain pipe and number of low areas
- Gravity outlet vs. sump pump
- Access and clearance
- Discharge route, especially on smaller city lots
- A new barrier and any water damage repairs
Questions to ask about any drainage quote
Where exactly will the lines run, and why there? Where does the water end up? If there's a pump, what size and what happens in an outage? Will the old barrier be replaced? What outside changes do you recommend? Clear answers mean the system was designed for your crawl space rather than copied from the last one.
Questions from Vancouver homeowners
My newer Vancouver home has water in the crawl space. Is that normal?
It isn't unusual, but it shouldn't be ignored. We'll find where it's coming from.
Can you inspect in summer when it's dry?
Yes. Water leaves clues, and your winter photos help.
Do I need encapsulation after drainage?
Once water is handled, a new vapor barrier or full encapsulation keeps ground moisture in check. We'll recommend the right finish for your crawl space.
How do I get an estimate?
Getting started is easy. Call or text (360) 470-4956, or fill out the form on this page. We'll learn what's going on beneath your home, schedule a time to take a look, and give you a straightforward drainage estimate.