Quick Answer

Sump Pump Installation Cost in Oshawa (2026)

Average cost in Oshawa

$2,042avg

$650 — $5,500

$650 — $5,500 per sq ft

+4.5% YoY
8 sources
Updated 4 days ago
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Excavation, plumbing, and electrical

$500 — $1,700

45%

Sump Pump Unit

Submersible or pedestal pump

$150 — $1,200

25%

Battery Backup System

Secondary pump and battery

$300 — $1,500

15%

Materials & Hardware

Pit liner, discharge pipes, check valve

$150 — $600

10%

Permits & Inspections

City of Oshawa plumbing/building fees

$85 — $250

5%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $265 tax$2,307

HST at 13%

📋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

$1,545

$1,236 — $1,854

Based on 8 sources and market data for Oshawa. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$1,954

Today

$2,042

Sump Pump Installation in Oshawa is 4.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $88 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 Oshawa

Verified providers
🔨

CDP Plumbing of Oshawa

222 Ritson Rd N Unit 3, Oshawa, ON L1G 0B2, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

254 reviews

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Vaillancourt Plumbing & Drains

27 Warren Ave, Oshawa, ON L1J 4E9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

1,396 reviews

🔨

DSM Plumbing & Water Systems

9 Thornbury St, Courtice, ON L1E 2B9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

450 reviews

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2 Bro's Plumbing

20 Hawkstone Crescent, Whitby, ON L1N 6R6, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

457 reviews

🔨

Call the Plumbing Doctor

712 Wilson Rd S #16, Oshawa, ON L1H 8R3, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

189 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, through the Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program, Oshawa residents can receive a rebate of up to 80% of the cost, capped at $3,000, for professional sump pump installations.

Yes, a plumbing or building permit is required for new installations or significant modifications. In 2026, the initial plumbing permit fee starts at approximately $60 plus fixture fees, following a 3% annual increase.

A simple pump replacement in an existing pit typically costs between $650 and $1,200. A brand-new installation requiring concrete cutting and pit excavation ranges from $1,500 to $3,500.

Adding a battery backup system in Oshawa typically increases the project cost by $300 to $1,500, depending on the battery capacity and whether it includes a secondary pump.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 8+ 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: 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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