Why Choose BFR for Window Wells in Toronto & the GTA
Protect your home.
Protect your investment.
BFR Waterproofing & Masonry has served Toronto and the GTA since 1967 — three generations of experience. No subcontractors. Just proven solutions backed by a 20-year transferable warranty.
Water problems won't fix themselves.
- Prevent costly structural damage
- Protect indoor air quality
- Stop mold and mildew
- Increase your property value
- Work with local experts you can trust
Don't wait for water to win.
Get it fixed the right way.
Get a free, no-obligation estimate from our waterproofing experts.
Our process
Site Assessment & Consultation
We inspect the issue, explain the cause, and recommend the right solution.
Customized Plan & Quote
A clear, detailed plan and an upfront quote with no hidden fees.
Professional Installation
Our in-house team does the job right — with care and attention to detail.
Quality Assurance & Cleanup
We meet our high standards and leave your home clean.
20-year transferable warranty
Long-term protection and peace of mind, built to last.
Cost factors
Cost depends on the number of window wells needing work, excavation depth, and whether a new drain connection is required. We provide an exact cost after a free on-site assessment.
Before & after
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Why Window Well Drainage Is Easy to Overlook
A below-grade window well collects rain and snowmelt just like the rest of your yard, but unlike open ground, it has nowhere for that water to go unless it's connected to proper drainage. Without it, water can pool against the window frame and eventually find its way through the seal and into the basement — often mistaken for a foundation leak when the real cause is sitting right outside the window. Confirming whether a well has working drainage is a simple check that prevents a surprisingly common leak.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to what homeowners ask us most about window wells.
- Why is water leaking through my basement window?
- Usually it's a window well without proper drainage or a failed drain connection, but a cracked well liner, poor grading around the well, or a deteriorated window seal can also let water through.
- Do window wells need a drain?
- Yes. Any below-grade window well should be connected to a drain — typically tied into the weeping tile system — so water has somewhere to go instead of pooling against the window frame.
- Can a window well cover prevent leaks?
- A cover helps reduce the amount of rain, snow, and debris entering the well, and is a good addition once proper drainage is in place. It isn't a substitute for a working drain — if the well doesn't drain, a cover alone won't stop water from eventually finding its way in.
Window Wells at a glance
- Family-owned since 1967
- Three generations, no subcontracting.
- Warranty
- Backed by a 20-year transferable warranty.
- Service area
- Toronto and the GTA — 10 cities and counting.
- Estimates
- Free, no-obligation, and fast to schedule.