Quick Answer

Sump Pump Installation Cost in Winnipeg (2026)

Average cost in Winnipeg

$1,832avg

$600 — $4,500

$600 — $4,500 per sq ft

+4.2% YoY
9 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Manitoba

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Professional plumbing and excavation

$350 — $2,200

45%

Materials

Submersible pump, basin, and piping

$200 — $1,400

35%

Permits & Licensing

City plumbing permit and discharge fees

$99 — $450

10%

Electrical Work

Dedicated circuit and outlet installation

$150 — $450

10%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — Manitoba
Base cost + $220 tax$2,052

GST+PST at 12%

📋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

$1,320

$1,056 — $1,584

Based on 9 sources and market data for Winnipeg. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$1,758

Today

$1,832

Sump Pump Installation in Winnipeg is 4.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $74 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 Winnipeg

Verified providers
🔨

ILV Plumbing Services

880 Scotland Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3M 1X8, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

118 reviews

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The Pleasant Plumber Inc.

1041 Erin St Unit A, Winnipeg, MB R3G 2X1, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

1,637 reviews

🔨

Argo Plumbing Ltd.

10 Blossom Bay, Winnipeg, MB R3R 2V9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

170 reviews

🔨

Shorty's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

3390 Wilkes Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3S 1A8, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

607 reviews

🔨

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Winnipeg

753 Henry Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3E 1V2, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

1,661 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 Basement Flood Relief Subsidy Program remains active in 2026, offering eligible homeowners up to 60% of costs, capped at $2,000 for a sump pump and pit system and $1,000 for a backwater valve.

A residential plumbing permit is required for all new installations, with a 2026 minimum fee of $99.00. If electrical upgrades are needed, a separate electrical permit (approx. $165) is also mandatory.

In Winnipeg, you may only discharge to the sewer from October 1 to April 30 if you have a Sump Pump Discharge Licence (approx. $335 fee). From May 1 to September 30, water must be discharged onto your lawn or a permeable surface.

Winnipeg's heavy clay soil increases labor costs for new installations. Excavating a standard 18-inch by 24-inch pit through concrete and clay typically adds $500 to $1,200 to the project total compared to a simple pump replacement.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 9+ 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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