Sump Pump Installation Cost in Minneapolis (2026)
Average cost in Minneapolis
$675 – $3,500
$800 – $1,800 per sq ft
In Minneapolis, the average is $1,223 and most projects cost between $675 and $3,500, or about $800 – $1,800 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 9 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedLicensed plumber installation time (2-4 hours)
40%
Submersible or pedestal pump hardware
35%
PVC discharge lines, check valves, and sealant
15%
Minneapolis city plumbing permit and state surcharge
7%
Removal of old unit and site restoration
3%
Sales Tax at 6.88%
📋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 project
LiveYour estimate in Minneapolis
Likely range $675 – $2,691
- Labor40%$489
- Sump Pump Unit35%$428
- Piping & Materials15%$183
- Permits & Inspections7%$86
- Disposal & Cleanup3%$37
Pedestal (basic)
$1,223
Submersible standard
$1,712
Submersible + battery backup
$2,446
Calibrated to 9 researched sources for Minneapolis. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$1,170
Today
$1,223
Sump Pump Installation in Minneapolis is ↑ 4.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $53 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 Minneapolis
Verified providersONYX PLUMBING & GAS
6325 Cambridge St #7, Minneapolis, MN 55416, USA
127 reviews
Hurlburt Heating & Plumbing
4020 Minnehaha Ave Ste 2055, Minneapolis, MN 55406, USA
539 reviews
Paul Bunyan Plumbing & Drains
5718 International Pkwy, New Hope, MN 55428, USA
7,252 reviews
Bedrock Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
7000 Oxford St, St Louis Park, MN 55426, USA
477 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 Minneapolis requires a plumbing permit for sump pump installations. In 2026, the minimum plumbing permit fee is $85, which includes the mandatory Minnesota state surcharge. If the project involves new electrical circuits, a separate state electrical permit is required.
Due to severe winters, Minneapolis installations often require 'IceGuard' or similar freeze-protection fittings for discharge lines to prevent backup when pipes freeze. This can add $150 to $300 to the project cost but is essential for preventing basement flooding during the spring thaw.
Licensed plumbers in the Twin Cities area currently charge between $120 and $250 per hour for residential services. Most sump pump replacements are quoted as a flat rate, but complex new installations involving concrete excavation are billed based on these hourly ranges.
Highly recommended. Minneapolis experiences frequent heavy thunderstorms that can cause power outages. Adding a battery backup system typically increases the total project cost by $1,000 to $2,000, but it provides critical protection when the primary pump fails during a storm.
📊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 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.
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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