Sump Pump Installation Cost in Montreal (2026)
Average cost in Montreal
$350 — $4,500
$350 — $4,500 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedExcavation, plumbing, and electrical
45%
Submersible or pedestal unit
20%
Secondary pump and battery pack
25%
Municipal plumbing/renovation permit
5%
Discharge lines and check valves
5%
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 12 sources and market data for Montreal. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$2,333
Today
$2,438
Sump Pump Installation in Montreal is ↑ 4.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $105 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 providersPlomberie Urgence Montreal (PUM)
11550 Bd Albert-Hudon, Montréal, QC H1G 3J6, Canada
624 reviews
Precision Plumbing
17 Chem. de l'Aviation, Pointe-Claire, QC H9R 4Z2, Canada
700 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 Montreal requires a permit for plumbing and structural work, including new sump pit excavation. Fees typically range from $200 to $1,500 depending on the declared value of the project.
The RenoPlex program offers financial assistance for flood prevention work, including the installation of sump pits and backflow valves. Some programs cover up to 80% of costs, with maximums around $1,750 to $2,800 depending on the borough.
No, Montreal By-law 11-010 generally prohibits discharging storm or subsoil water into the sanitary sewer. It must be directed to a storm drainage system or discharged outside, at least 300mm to 600mm above ground level.
A straightforward replacement of an existing pump in Montreal costs between $350 and $1,100. A complete new installation requiring concrete cutting and pit excavation ranges from $1,200 to over $4,500.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ 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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