Sump Pump Installation Cost in Portland (2026)
Average cost in Portland
$1,200 – $6,500
$1,200 – $6,500 per sq ft
In Portland, the average is $3,165 and most projects cost between $1,200 and $6,500, or about $1,200 – $6,500 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 8 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional plumbing and installation
38%
Submersible pump, basin, and piping
23%
Pit digging and concrete removal
26%
Portland plumbing and electrical permits
6%
Line extensions and check valves
7%
None at 0%
📋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 Portland
Likely range $1,424 – $6,500
- Labor38%$1,203
- Materials23%$728
- Excavation26%$823
- Permits & Inspections6%$190
- Discharge System7%$222
Pedestal (basic)
$3,165
Submersible standard
$4,431
Submersible + battery backup
$6,330
Calibrated to 8 researched sources for Portland. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$3,043
Today
$3,165
Sump Pump Installation in Portland is ↑ 4.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $122 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 Portland
Verified providersPerfect Service Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
1011 SE Oak St, Portland, OR 97214, USA
264 reviews
Cornel's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
14900 SW Barrows Rd #204, Beaverton, OR 97007, USA
1,059 reviews
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💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
In Portland, a plumbing permit is required for the pump installation (approx. $67 base) and an electrical permit (approx. $225) is necessary if a new dedicated outlet or circuit is installed. Total permit costs typically range from $200 to $450 including the 12% Oregon state surcharge.
Adding a professional-grade battery backup system in Portland typically costs between $1,500 and $3,000. This includes the secondary pump, battery unit, and additional labor for integrated testing.
Licensed plumbers in the Portland metro area currently charge between $75 and $150 per hour. For complex sump pump installations involving excavation, many contractors provide a flat-rate bid based on an estimated 4 to 8 hours of labor.
Yes, a simple replacement into an existing pit costs between $1,200 and $2,500. If a new pit must be excavated through a concrete basement floor, the price increases by $2,500 to $5,000 due to the labor-intensive nature of breaking and patching concrete.
📊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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