Quick Answer

Sump Pump Installation Cost in Kelowna (2026)

Average cost in Kelowna

$1,468avg

$650 — $3,800

$650 — $3,800 per sq ft

+3.2% YoY
11 sources
Updated 2 weeks ago
British Columbia

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Pump Unit

Submersible or pedestal pump hardware

$250 — $1,200

35%

Labor

Licensed plumber hourly rates ($45-$75/hr)

$300 — $1,500

40%

Materials & Piping

Basin liner, discharge pipes, and check valves

$100 — $400

15%

Permits & Inspections

City of Kelowna plumbing permit fees

$60 — $150

5%

Disposal & Cleanup

Removal of old unit and concrete debris

$50 — $200

5%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — British Columbia
Base cost + $176 tax$1,644

GST+PST at 12%

📋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

$1,575

$1,260 — $1,890

Based on 11 sources and market data for Kelowna. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$1,422

Today

$1,468

Sump Pump Installation in Kelowna is 3.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $46 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 Kelowna

Verified providers
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My Plumber Kelowna

1767 Harvey Ave #210, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6G4, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

139 reviews

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Family Man Plumbing And Drain

815 Francis Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 5G6, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

233 reviews

🔨

Vision Plumbing Heating Cooling

2600 Acland Rd Unit 8, Kelowna, BC V1X 7J3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

655 reviews

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Bree-link plumbing and Heating

485 Beaver Lake Rd, Kelowna, BC V4V 1S7, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

1,021 reviews

🔨

Roto Rooter Plumbing and Drain Service

2175 Bonn Rd, Kelowna, BC V1V 2E7, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

433 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, the City of Kelowna requires a plumbing permit for new installations or significant alterations. In 2026, the base permit fee is approximately $60, with a minimum application fee of $150 for larger residential projects.

Installing a new sump pit in a concrete basement floor typically adds $500 to $1,200 to the labor cost due to the need for jackhammering, excavation, and subsequent concrete patching.

A professional battery backup installation generally costs between $400 and $900 CAD. This includes the secondary pump, marine-grade battery, and roughly 1-2 hours of additional labor.

In 2026, journeyman plumbers in Kelowna charge between $45 and $75 per hour for standard service, while specialized waterproofing contractors may charge flat project rates starting at $1,200.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 11+ 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: 2 weeks 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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