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Waterproofing

How much does waterproofing cost?

  • R70 – R250/sqm
    Waterproofing installation — labour cost
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How much will waterproofing cost you?

Below you will find a detailed breakdown of waterproofing prices, together with descriptions what is included in the price and other necessary information that will help you make the best possible decision.

How do we know these prices? Thousands of people ask Procompare for help with their projects every year. We track the quotes they get from our local Pros and share those prices with you.


Torch-on waterproofing

  • R200 – R400/sqm

This is the price for torch-on waterproofing per square metre. The cost of torch-on waterproofing typically runs from R200/sqm to R400/sqm, averaging at R300/sqm.

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Bitumen spray-on waterproofing

  • R300 – R500/sqm

This is the price per square metre for bitumen spray-on waterproofing. Bitumen is an asphalt-based sealant that is sprayed on the surface. It can be applied on any surface, from concrete to tile, it is durable and eco-friendly. The cost of bitumen spray-on waterproofing typically runs from R300/sqm to R500/sqm, averaging at R400/sqm.

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Waterproofing installation — labour cost

  • R70 – R250/sqm

This is the cost for applying waterproofing per square metre. The final price may depend on the site specifics (what are you waterproofing, the condition of your property, etc.), on the type of sealant used, and your location. The average cost of waterproofing labour cost is R160/sqm, or typically between R70/sqm and R250/sqm.

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Recent jobs for waterproofing

Roof waterproofing

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Paarl
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approximately how big is the surface that requires waterproofing (in sqm)?: 30 - 100 sqm
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible

My house has two standing roofs joined by parapit. Between these roofs there is a flat roof joining them with a very slight slope and lots of leaks. Need to waterproof parapit joint and flat roof section. IBR standing roof and corrugated on the flat section. I am not very connected phone wise. Email or WhatsApp works best.

Roof waterproofing

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Paarl East
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approximately how big is the surface that requires waterproofing (in sqm)?: 30 - 100 sqm

Roof waterproofing

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: George
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approximately how big is the surface that requires waterproofing (in sqm)?: Up to 30 sqm

A part of the roof from an extension of my house needs waterproofing.

Roof waterproofing

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Port Elizabeth
  • Approximately how big is the surface that requires waterproofing (in sqm)?: More than 200 sqm
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible

Roof waterproofing

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Durban
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approximately how big is the surface that requires waterproofing (in sqm)?: More than 200 sqm
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible

I need to waterproof around my skylight 15m × 1 my. Waterproof concealed gutters about 10 m

Foundation or basement waterproofing

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Mtubatuba
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approximately how big is the surface that requires waterproofing (in sqm)?: 30 - 100 sqm
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible

Roof waterproofing

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: East London
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approximately how big is the surface that requires waterproofing (in sqm)?: 100 - 200 sqm
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible

Damp proofing

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Jeffreys Bay
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approximately how big is the surface that requires waterproofing (in sqm)?: 30 - 100 sqm
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible

Water seaping through the walls

Roof waterproofing

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Wellington
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approximately how big is the surface that requires waterproofing (in sqm)?: Up to 30 sqm
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible

Our house in Aan dead haweque estate need patch waterproofed.

Deck waterproofing

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Mgwagwa Pietermaritzburg
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approximately how big is the surface that requires waterproofing (in sqm)?: Up to 30 sqm
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible