Sump Pump Installation Cost in Montreal (2026)
Average cost in Montreal
$450 — $3,500
$450 — $3,500 per unit
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedPlumber and excavation work
45%
Pedestal or submersible pump
30%
Pipes, pit liner, check valve
15%
Local permits and disposal
10%
GST+QST at 14.98%
📋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
$1,104 — $1,656
Based on 8 sources and market data for Montreal. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
🏢Top Sump Pump Contractors in Montreal
Verified providersPlomberie Urgence Montreal (PUM)
11550 Bd Albert-Hudon, Montréal, QC H1G 3J6, Canada
589 reviews
Precision Plumbing
17 Chem. de l'Aviation, Pointe-Claire, QC H9R 4Z2, Canada
655 reviews
Superior Plumbing & Heating of Montreal
3460 Rue Peel, Montréal, QC H3A 2M1, Canada
107 reviews
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💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
Replacing an existing sump pump in Montreal typically costs between $350 and $1,100 CAD. This includes the cost of the new unit and 2 to 4 hours of professional plumbing labor.
A completely new installation, which involves breaking the concrete floor, excavating a pit, and running new discharge pipes, generally ranges from $1,200 to $3,500 CAD depending on the basement's condition and complexity.
Adding a battery backup system to ensure your pump runs during power outages typically adds between $500 and $1,200 CAD to your total installation cost.
Licensed plumbers in the Montreal area generally charge between $75 and $150 CAD per hour for sump pump installations and replacements.
📊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: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.