Sump Pump Installation Cost in Toronto (2026)
Average cost in Toronto
$650 — $3,500
$650 — $3,500 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedLicensed plumber installation (2-6 hours)
45%
Submersible pump and plastic/poly liner
25%
Secondary pump and deep-cycle battery
15%
Pit digging and floor patching
10%
City permits and disposal fees
5%
HST at 13%
📋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
$1,320 — $1,980
Based on 12 sources and market data for Toronto. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$1,421
Today
$1,819
Sump Pump Installation in Toronto is ↑ 28.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $398 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 Toronto
Verified providersDrainEx Plumbing of Toronto
2373 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4P 2C8, Canada
373 reviews
Advanced Plumbing & Drains
Unit #3, 113 Annette St, Toronto, ON M6P 1N8, Canada
537 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
As of May 1, 2026, the City of Toronto's Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program offers up to $2,250 for sump pump installation (covering 80% of the cost), plus an additional $300 specifically for backup power units.
A battery backup unit typically adds $300 to $800 to the total installation cost in Toronto, providing 7 to 10 hours of emergency pumping capacity during power outages.
A simple pump replacement in an existing pit costs between $650 and $1,200, while a brand-new installation requiring concrete cutting and excavation ranges from $1,500 to $3,500.
In 2026, licensed journeyman plumbers in Toronto charge between $110 and $200 per hour, with most companies applying a minimum service charge of 1.5 to 2 hours ($165 - $400) for site visits.
📊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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