Window Well Leaks
Water pooling in wells and leaking around basement windows. Here's what causes it and how we fix it.
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Signs to Watch For
- Water pooling in wells and leaking around basement windows.
- Damp or stained drywall, flooring or storage boxes
- Musty odour or noticeably higher humidity
- Problems that worsen after rain or spring melt
What Causes It
Most basement moisture comes from groundwater and surface water building up against the foundation, humid air meeting cool concrete, or drainage that can't keep up. In Calgary, clay soils that hold water and rapid freeze-thaw cycles make these issues common.
Why Not Wait?
Moisture rarely fixes itself. Left alone, it can damage finishes, stored belongings and indoor air quality — and repairs get more costly over time.
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Recommended Solutions
Window Wells & Egress Drainage
Leaky window wells are a common entry point. We clean out, drain and cover wells so snowmelt and rain stay outside.
Learn more →Interior Drainage Systems
A perforated channel installed beside the footing collects water that seeps through walls or the floor-wall joint and directs it to a sump.
Learn more →How It Works
- Snowmelt and rain collect in the well
- Water seeps past the window into the basement
- Clear dome cover
- Drainage gravel in the well
- Drain tied into the drainage system