Sump Pump Installation Cost in Montreal (2026)
Average cost in Montreal
$650 — $3,500
$650 — $3,500 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedExcavation and professional plumbing installation
45%
Submersible or pedestal pump hardware
20%
Liner, gravel, and discharge piping
15%
Dedicated circuit and GFCI outlet installation
10%
Municipal renovation permit and disposal
10%
GST+QST at 14.98%
📋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
$1,104 — $1,656
Based on 12 sources and market data for Montreal. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$1,313
Today
$1,478
Sump Pump Installation in Montreal is ↑ 12.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $164 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 Montreal
Verified providersPlomberie Urgence Montreal (PUM)
11550 Bd Albert-Hudon, Montréal, QC H1G 3J6, Canada
601 reviews
Precision Plumbing
17 Chem. de l'Aviation, Pointe-Claire, QC H9R 4Z2, Canada
673 reviews
Superior Plumbing & Heating of Montreal
3460 Rue Peel, Montréal, QC H3A 2M1, Canada
107 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 Ville de Montréal requires a renovation permit for plumbing modifications. As of 2026, the minimum residential permit fee is $167.40 for projects valued under $17,081.60.
Standard residential plumbing rates in Montreal currently range from $79 to $140 per hour, with most CMMTQ-certified professionals charging an average of $115 per hour for sump pump work.
Adding a battery backup system typically increases the project cost by $400 to $1,200, depending on the battery capacity and whether it is a standalone unit or a combination system.
A simple pump replacement in an existing pit costs between $650 and $1,200. A brand-new installation requiring concrete cutting and pit excavation ranges from $1,500 to $3,500.
📊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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