Quick Answer

Sump Pump Installation Cost in Edmonton (2026)

Average cost in Edmonton

$2,213avg

$1,100 — $3,800

$650 — $3,500 per sq ft

+5.2% YoY
8 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Alberta

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Professional plumbing and excavation

$500 — $1,200

42%

Sump Pump Unit

Submersible or pedestal pump

$250 — $950

24%

Basement Pit & Basin

Lined pit for clay subgrade

$150 — $550

14%

Discharge Line & Electrical

Piping and dedicated circuit

$150 — $800

15%

Permits & Fees

City of Edmonton Safety Codes

$125 — $200

5%

🧾GST (5%) — Alberta
Base cost + $111 tax$2,324

GST at 5%

📋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

$1,395

$1,116 — $1,674

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

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$2,104

Today

$2,213

Sump Pump Installation in Edmonton is 5.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $109 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 Edmonton

Verified providers
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Hermes Plumbing & Heating Service Ltd

12532 72 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5B 1Y6, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

224 reviews

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The Gentlemen Pros Plumbing, Heating & Electrical

6053 Gateway Blvd NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 2H3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

3,757 reviews

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Apollo Plumbing

14507 130 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 3M5, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

745 reviews

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Jetco Mechanical Plumbing & Heating

15035 114 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 2Z1, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

226 reviews

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Atmosphere Plumbing and Heating

9220 27 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6N 1B2, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

317 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 Edmonton requires a plumbing permit for new installations or alterations to existing systems. For 2026, residential plumbing permit fees start at approximately $124.80 including safety code levies.

Edmonton's heavy clay subgrade requires properly lined pits to prevent collapse, and the deep frost line necessitates specialized discharge line insulation (costing $100-$300 extra) to prevent freezing during winter.

In Edmonton, where summer storms often cause power outages, a battery backup is highly recommended. Adding a professional-grade backup system typically increases the project cost by $600 to $1,500.

A basic pedestal pump installation starts around $1,100, while a more powerful and quieter submersible pump installation typically ranges from $1,800 to $3,500 depending on horsepower and basin depth.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ 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: 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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