Sump Pump Installation Cost in London (2026)
Average cost in London
$850 — $5,200
$850 — $5,200 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional installation and excavation
45%
Submersible or pedestal pump hardware
22%
Dedicated GFCI circuit and wiring
13%
City of London building permit fees
12%
Discharge lines, check valves, and basin
8%
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
$1,140 — $1,710
Based on 8 sources and market data for London. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$1,976
Today
$2,045
Sump Pump Installation in London is ↑ 3.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $69 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 London
Verified providersPlumbing For Life
1815 Fanshawe Park Rd W, London, ON N6H 5L3, Canada
190 reviews
Superior Plumbing & Heating of London
353 Clarence St Unit 11, London, ON N6A 3M4, Canada
231 reviews
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of London ON
4474 Blakie Rd # 125, London, ON N6L 1G7, Canada
2,099 reviews
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💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
Yes, a permit is required if you are installing a new system or modifying drainage in the Foundation Drainage Collection (FDC) area. The City of London's minimum permit fee for 2026 is $260.37.
In 2026, licensed plumbers in London, Ontario, typically charge between $90 and $150 per hour for standard installations, with emergency or complex excavation work reaching up to $200 per hour.
Adding a battery backup system in London typically adds $500 to $1,200 to the total project cost, depending on the battery capacity and whether it includes a secondary pump.
Yes, basic pedestal pumps in the London market range from $170 to $320, while more durable and quieter submersible models typically cost between $320 and $570 for the unit alone.
📊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: 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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