Quick Answer

Sump Pump Installation Cost in Montreal (2026)

Average cost in Montreal

$1,528avg

$400 – $4,500

$400 – $4,500 per sq ft

In Montreal, the average is $1,528 and most projects cost between $400 and $4,500, or about $400 – $4,500 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 12 sources.

+4.2% YoY
12 sources
Updated 1 months ago
Quebec

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Professional installation by licensed plumber

$350 – $1,200

38%

Sump Pump Unit

Primary submersible or pedestal pump

$150 – $1,100

28%

Basin & Discharge Piping

Pit liner, check valves, and PVC lines

$100 – $600

14%

Battery Backup System

Secondary pump and battery power source

$400 – $1,200

15%

Permits & Fees

Municipal permit and inspection fees

$167 – $300

5%

🧾GST+QST (14.98%) — Quebec
Base cost + $229 tax$1,757

GST+QST at 14.98%

📋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 project

Live
pumps
Pump Type
Pit / Basin
Discharge Line

Your estimate in Montreal

$1,528

Likely range $688 – $3,362

  • Labor38%$581
  • Sump Pump Unit28%$428
  • Basin & Discharge Piping14%$214
  • Battery Backup System15%$229
  • Permits & Fees5%$76

Pedestal (basic)

$1,528

Submersible standard

$2,140

Submersible + battery backup

$3,057

Get quotes for this project →

Calibrated to 12 researched sources for Montreal. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$1,467

Today

$1,528

Sump Pump Installation in Montreal is ↑ 4.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $62 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 Montreal

Verified providers
🔨

Plombier Chris Inc.

152 Av. Bazin, Laval, QC H7N 4R1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

613 reviews

🔨

Precision Plumbing

17 Chem. de l'Aviation, Pointe-Claire, QC H9R 4Z2, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

771 reviews

🔨

Plomberie Urgence Montreal (PUM)

11550 Bd Albert-Hudon, Montréal, QC H1G 3J6, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

695 reviews

🔨

Plomberie EAU MEGA

79B Bd Brunswick, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, QC H9B 2C5, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

302 reviews

🔨

Plomberie A+

3921 Rue Lanouette, Montréal, QC H4G 1B5, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

186 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, for new installations or modifications to the foundation or plumbing. The minimum residential permit fee in Montreal for 2026 is $167.40, or $9.80 per $1,000 of the total project value.

In Montreal, pedestal pumps cost between $150 and $400, while more powerful submersible units range from $300 to $1,200. Submersible pumps are generally preferred for finished basements due to quieter operation.

A reliable battery backup system typically adds $400 to $1,200 to the total installation cost. This is highly recommended in Montreal to protect against basement flooding during power outages common in heavy spring thaws.

Yes, the Quebec Building Code requires a CMMTQ-certified plumber for new connections to the drainage system. This ensures the discharge is legally routed to a storm sewer or proper drainage point rather than the sanitary sewer.

📊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: 1 months 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.

Spotted bad data? Let us know — we'll review and update.