Sump Pump Installation Cost in London (2026)
Average cost in London
$650 — $3,500
$150 — $1,200 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedLicensed plumbing and excavation
45%
Submersible or pedestal pump
25%
Basin and concrete work
20%
Dedicated circuit and city permit
10%
HST at 13%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically 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
InteractiveEstimated Cost
$1,140 — $1,710
Based on 8 sources and market data for London. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$1,617
Today
$1,664
Sump Pump Installation in London is ↑ 2.9% compared to roughly a year ago — about $47 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 London
Verified providersPlumbing For Life
1815 Fanshawe Park Rd W, London, ON N6H 5L3, Canada
203 reviews
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of London ON
4474 Blakie Rd # 125, London, ON N6L 1G7, Canada
2,132 reviews
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💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
Yes, the City of London Basement Flooding Grant Program covers up to 90% of eligible costs for new sump pit and pump installations, with a maximum limit of $4,000 for the pit/pump and $1,400 for a battery backup.
Yes, a City of London Plumbing/Building Permit is mandatory for new installations. Permit fees typically range from $120 to $250, and the work must be inspected by a city official to qualify for municipal grants.
A professional battery backup installation in London typically adds between $800 and $1,500 to the project total. However, the city grant can reimburse up to $1,400 of this expense if installed alongside a new pit.
A simple pump replacement in an existing pit costs between $650 and $1,200. A brand-new installation requiring concrete cutting and pit excavation starts at $1,500 and can reach $3,500+ for premium systems.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 8+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
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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