Quick Answer

Sump Pump Installation Cost in Barrie (2026)

Average cost in Barrie

$2,027avg

$650 — $3,500

$300 — $700 per sq ft

+5.5% YoY
6 sources
Updated 4 days ago
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Professional installation and setup

$500 — $1,700

45%

Sump Pump Unit

Submersible or pedestal pump hardware

$300 — $700

25%

Pit and Basin

Excavation and liner materials

$300 — $1,000

15%

Plumbing and Discharge

Piping, check valves, and fittings

$150 — $400

10%

Permits and Fees

Municipal building and plumbing permits

$50 — $200

5%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $264 tax$2,291

HST at 13%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Sump pump unit
  • Sump pit (basin)
  • Check valve
  • Discharge pipe
  • Labor & installation

Typically Excludes

  • Battery backup system
  • Exterior drainage tie-in
  • Floor drain installation
  • Waterproofing
  • Electrical panel upgrade

Based on a standard 1/3 HP submersible sump pump with new pit.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$1,500

$1,200 — $1,800

Based on 6 sources and market data for Barrie. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$1,922

Today

$2,027

Sump Pump Installation in Barrie is 5.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $106 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Sump Pump Contractors in Barrie

Verified providers
🔨

Black Forest

49 High St 3rd floor, Barrie, ON L4N 5J4, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

163 reviews

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Drain Right Now INC

31 Bothwell Crescent, Barrie, ON L4M 2S1, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

284 reviews

🔨

Delta Plumbers of Barrie

220 Bayview Dr, Barrie, ON L4N 4Y8, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

180 reviews

🔨

Plumbtech Plumbing Inc

24 Ferndale Dr N, Barrie, ON L4N 9V4, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

299 reviews

🔨

Harris Plumbing Inc.

18 Alliance Blvd Unit 7, Barrie, ON L4M 5K3, Canada

4.6
★★★★½

462 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

Yes, through the 'Disconnect to Protect' program, Barrie residents can receive a rebate of 75% of the cost, up to a maximum of $2,000, for disconnecting foundation drains and installing a new sump pump system.

Yes, a building permit is typically required for new installations or significant modifications to the drainage system in Barrie, with fees generally ranging from $50 to $200.

Adding a battery backup system in Barrie typically increases the project cost by $300 to $1,500, depending on the battery capacity and whether a secondary pump is included.

A simple pump replacement in an existing pit costs between $650 and $1,200, whereas a brand-new installation requiring concrete cutting and pit excavation starts at $1,500 and can exceed $3,500.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 4 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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