There are several effective and relatively inexpensive waterproofing solutions you can consider to help protect your home from water damage. Here are some options:

Exterior grading around your home. Ensure there is a slope away from the entire home. You might be able to get clean-fill for free by making it known on free websites, the term “Clean Fill Wanted” usually works. Be careful about what you accept, it is a good idea to inspect the load before it is actually dumped on your property. Stay away from asphalt waste and garbage. Busted up concrete, with no rebar or wire mesh, is not too bad if you are trying to build up the grade quickly. You can always request clean-fill and specify what you think you can use. The most eye pleasing and easiest route might be topsoil which can be delivered by the truck load, and if you are raising the grade around your home then you will need multiple cubic yards. Then comes the labour of evenly spreading out the fill so there is a slope away from the home. If your home is very close to another building, consider making a swale to divert water away without causing water problems for your neighbour.

Installing gutter extensions and downspout diverters: These inexpensive solutions can help prevent water from collecting around the foundation of your home, which can lead to water infiltration. They are easy to install and can be effective at directing water away from your home. The farther away the better.

Fixing leaks and cracks: Regularly inspecting your home for leaks and cracks and repairing them as needed is an effective way to prevent water infiltration. It's important to fix these issues as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

French drain trench: This method requires strategic excavation and the use of specific materials like weeping tile and drainage stone. You must also remove some, if not all, native dirt from the area excavated because most of this volume will be replaced by drainage stone.

Frost protection detail: This is done by excavating approx. two feet down beside the foundation and four feet out to install rigid foam insulation with a high “R” value. This method prevents the ground and concrete under the insulation from freezing and shifting due to the freeze/thaw cycles in your area. Be sure to check your annual local frost depth, the colder it is, the deeper the frost line, which will tell you what “R” values to consider.

It's important to note that the effectiveness of these solutions may vary depending on the severity of your water infiltration problem. It's always a good idea to consult with a professional if you're unsure about the best solution for your specific situation.