Sump Pump Installation Cost in Toronto (2026)
Average cost in Toronto
$500 — $3,500
$650 — $2,500 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedSubmersible 1/3 to 1/2 HP pump
36%
Licensed plumber (3-6 hours)
36%
City of Toronto plumbing permit
13%
PVC piping and check valves
10%
Concrete and debris removal
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
$1,583
Today
$1,665
Sump Pump Installation in Toronto is ↑ 5.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $82 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 providersAdvanced Plumbing & Drains
Unit #3, 113 Annette St, Toronto, ON M6P 1N8, Canada
562 reviews
DrainEx Plumbing of Toronto
2373 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4P 2C8, Canada
375 reviews
CDP Plumbing of Toronto
1344 Davenport Rd, Toronto, ON M6H 2G9, Canada
242 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 Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program offers a rebate of 80% of the invoiced cost, up to a maximum of $1,750 for sump pump installation. As of May 2026, the total combined subsidy for all flood protection work (including backwater valves) has been expanded to $6,650 per property.
Yes, a stand-alone plumbing permit is required for new sump pump installations. As of January 1, 2026, the flat fee for a plumbing permit for single-family dwellings in Toronto is $214.79.
Standard hourly rates for a master plumber in Toronto range from $120 to $220 per hour. Emergency or after-hours calls typically incur a surcharge of $75 to $150 on top of the base rate.
A professional-grade battery backup system typically adds $800 to $1,850 to the total project cost, depending on the battery capacity and whether it is a combination primary/backup unit.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 11+ 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: 3 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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