To get the most use out of your basement, it’s important that the space stays dry. These are the steps you should take to waterproof your basement like a pro.

The cost to waterproof an average-sized house (2,230 square feet) depends on the size of the basement itself. For a single-story house, waterproofing may cost $11,150 to $22,300.

This basement sealer might seem expensive compared to other gallon-sized products, but since it’s a concentrate, it actually covers up to 1,000 square feet when mixed with four gallons of water.

The national average cost to waterproof a basement ranges between $2,300 and $6,800. Most homeowners pay an average of $4,500 to $4,600 to waterproof their basements.

The national average cost for waterproofing a basement ranges between $3,000 and $10,000. However, most homeowners pay around $5,000 to fully waterproof their basement, crawl spaces and foundation.