Control the water · Calgary
Drainage & Waterproofing
Good below-grade work depends on where water goes. We consider slope, drainage paths, waterproofing transitions, and surrounding materials as part of the build.
When to contact us
Start with what you see—and what you want the property to do.
- Water collects close to the foundation
- A below-grade entrance needs dependable drainage
- You want to prevent a finished project from creating a new water path
Related project evidence
See the work in context.
These selected UCS Projects cases are related to the service. Open a case to see the process, details, and full image set.
High River · Foundation-side work
Below-grade construction with water movement in mind.
A related project view showing the completed entrance, retaining wall, and surrounding grade in context.
Open case study ↗
Chestermere · Exterior walkway
Surface grade is part of the finished experience.
This separate walkway case shows how base preparation, edging, and the route through a property can work together.
Open case study ↗Typical scope
What the project may include.
Final scope depends on the property and is confirmed after review.
- 01Review of grading and water movement
- 02Drainage planning for the project area
- 03Waterproofing at relevant below-grade surfaces
- 04Transition and penetration detailing
- 05Backfill and surface-material coordination
- 06Final slope and drainage review
Common questions
Useful context before the estimate.
Why include drainage in a side-entrance project?
The entrance sits below grade, so water must be directed and managed intentionally rather than allowed to collect beside the foundation.
Will decorative gravel solve a drainage issue?
Surface material alone is not a complete drainage strategy. Slope, base preparation, discharge, and below-grade details must work together.
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