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Sump Pump Installation Cost in Phoenix (2026)

Average cost in Phoenix

US$1,650avg

US$550 — US$4,200

US$550 — US$4,200 per sq ft

+4.5% YoY
7 sources
Updated today
Arizona

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Installation and excavation

US$350 — US$2,400

55%

Materials

Pump unit, basin, and piping

US$150 — US$1,200

30%

Permits and Inspections

City of Phoenix plumbing permit

US$150 — US$550

10%

Electrical

Dedicated circuit or outlet

US$100 — US$450

5%

🧾Sales Tax (5.6%) — Arizona
Base cost + $92 tax$1,742

Sales Tax at 5.6%

📋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

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Estimated Cost

US$1,380

US$1,104 — US$1,656

Based on 7 sources and market data for Phoenix. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top Sump Pump Contractors in Phoenix

Verified providers
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Wyman Plumbing & Mechanical LLC

12251 N 32nd St # 3, Phoenix, AZ 85032, USA

5.0
★★★★★

1,524 reviews

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Simba Plumbing LLC

15863 N Greenway Hayden Loop suite 117, Scottsdale, AZ 85260, USA

5.0
★★★★★

550 reviews

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Springs Plumbing

19029 N 41st Pl, Phoenix, AZ 85050, USA

5.0
★★★★★

337 reviews

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Affordable Plumbing, Rooter and Water Heaters

16042 N 32nd St Suite C-3, Phoenix, AZ 85032, USA

5.0
★★★★★

317 reviews

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Somers Plumbers - Phoenix Plumbing Company

14039 N 8th Pl, Phoenix, AZ 85022, USA

5.0
★★★★★

307 reviews

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💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

The primary cost driver in Phoenix is 'caliche' soil, a concrete-like layer of calcium carbonate. Excavating a new sump pit through caliche requires specialized jackhammers and extra labor, often adding $300 to $800 to the standard installation cost.

Yes, particularly for homes with basements or negative grading. During the Arizona monsoon season (June–September), intense rainfall can cause flash flooding. Local experts recommend them for the 15-20% of Phoenix homes prone to yard pooling or foundation seepage.

Yes. The City of Phoenix requires a plumbing permit for new installations. As of 2026, the base fee is approximately $150, but total permit and plan review fees can reach $558 for projects involving significant structural or electrical changes.

A simple replacement of an existing pump typically costs between $550 and $1,100. A new installation requiring a new basin, discharge line, and electrical work averages $1,500 to $4,200 depending on the horsepower and backup battery options.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 7+ 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: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.