Sump Pump Installation Cost in Winnipeg (2026)
Average cost in Winnipeg
$650 — $4,500
$650 — $4,500 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional plumbing and excavation
50%
Submersible pump, pit liner, and basin
30%
City of Winnipeg plumbing and pit permits
8%
Piping and dedicated outlet installation
12%
GST+PST at 12%
📋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
$1,056 — $1,584
Based on 7 sources and market data for Winnipeg. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$1,951
Today
$2,000
Sump Pump Installation in Winnipeg is ↑ 2.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $49 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 providersThe Pleasant Plumber Inc.
1041 Erin St Unit A, Winnipeg, MB R3G 2X1, Canada
1,523 reviews
ILV Plumbing Services
880 Scotland Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3M 1X8, Canada
116 reviews
Brown's Plumbing & Heating
559 St Mary's Rd, Winnipeg, MB R2M 3L6, Canada
809 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. According to the 2026 City of Winnipeg fee schedule, a residential plumbing permit costs $99.00, plus an additional $66.00 fee for the installation of the sump pit itself.
Generally, no. It is illegal to discharge into the floor drain or sewer. However, you can apply for a Sump Pump Discharge Licence for $343.00 (2026 rate) to allow for winter discharge into the sewer system.
A simple pump replacement in an existing pit typically costs between $650 and $1,200. A brand-new installation requiring concrete cutting and pit excavation ranges from $1,500 to $4,500.
Adding a battery backup system in Winnipeg typically costs between $500 and $1,000, which includes the secondary pump, battery, and professional installation labor.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 7+ 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: 5 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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