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Professional sump pump installation and replacement to keep your basement flood-free year-round.
In Toronto, a sump pump is not a luxury — it is an essential component of your home's water management system. With our city's high water table (influenced by the proximity to Lake Ontario and fed by numerous underground streams and aquifers), most Toronto basements are subject to significant groundwater pressure, especially during the spring thaw from March through May and during the heavy rain events that have become increasingly common. In our experience, every Toronto home with a basement should have a functioning sump pump, and every sump pump should have a battery backup.
Why Choose Us
Proper sump pump installation starts with the sump pit itself. We install a minimum 18-inch diameter, 24-inch deep pit lined with a perforated polyethylene basin. The pit must be properly located at the lowest point of your basement floor and connected to your interior weeping tile system so that all collected groundwater flows to the pump by gravity. We've seen too many DIY and budget installations where the pit is undersized, unlined, or poorly connected to the drainage system — leading to pump burnout from running dry, or worse, the pump being overwhelmed because water bypasses the pit entirely. The Ontario Building Code (Section 9.14.5) specifies requirements for sump pit construction and discharge, and we follow these to the letter.
Don't Ignore the Signs
For the pump itself, we install 1/3 HP or 1/2 HP submersible sump pumps depending on the volume of water your foundation deals with. We use cast-iron or stainless-steel body pumps — not the plastic-housing models sold at big-box stores — because they dissipate heat better and last significantly longer. The discharge line is 1-1/2-inch PVC with a check valve to prevent backflow, and we route it to discharge a minimum of 6 feet from the foundation with a splash pad to prevent erosion. In Toronto, it is critical that the discharge does not connect to the sanitary or storm sewer — this is a municipal bylaw violation that can result in fines and, more importantly, contributes to the combined sewer overflow events that cause neighbourhood-wide basement flooding.
We strongly recommend a battery backup sump pump for every installation. Toronto experiences power outages during exactly the situations when your sump pump is most needed — severe thunderstorms, ice storms, and spring thaw events. A battery backup system uses a deep-cycle marine battery or a maintenance-free AGM battery that can run the backup pump for 8 to 12 hours on a full charge. For homeowners who want the highest level of protection, we also install water-powered backup pumps that use municipal water pressure to operate — no batteries or electricity required — providing virtually unlimited runtime during extended outages.
Toronto homeowners should also know that sump pump installation may qualify for the City of Toronto Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program, which reimburses up to $3,400 for eligible flood protection measures. We help every client apply for this subsidy. Additionally, if your home does not currently have a sump pump, adding one — especially with a battery backup — is something that home insurance providers look favourably upon, and it can directly reduce your premiums. Whether you need a new installation, a replacement for an aging pump, or an upgrade to add backup protection, we size and install every system specifically for your home's conditions. A sump pump is only as good as its installation — and that is something we take very seriously.
Materials & Methods
Cast-iron or stainless-steel body 1/3 HP to 1/2 HP submersible pump installed in an 18-inch perforated polyethylene basin. Connected to the interior weeping tile system with a 1-1/2-inch PVC discharge line and check valve, discharging a minimum of 6 feet from the foundation.
Secondary pump mounted above the primary unit, powered by a deep-cycle marine battery or maintenance-free AGM battery. Activates automatically when the primary pump fails or power is lost, providing 8-12 hours of continuous pumping capacity on a full charge.
An emergency backup pump that operates on municipal water pressure with no batteries or electricity required. Uses the Venturi effect to pump approximately 2 gallons of groundwater for every 1 gallon of city water used, providing unlimited runtime during extended power outages.
Electronic sensor mounted inside the sump pit that triggers an audible alarm and optional smartphone notification when water rises above a set threshold, alerting homeowners to pump failure or unusually high water conditions before flooding occurs.
Our Process
We evaluate your water table, drainage needs, and existing plumbing to recommend the right sump pump system.
We help you choose the right pump type, capacity, and backup options for your specific situation.
Our team installs the sump pit, pump, discharge line, and check valve to code specifications.
We thoroughly test the system, including backup functionality, and show you how everything works.
Transparent Pricing
Honest pricing with no hidden fees. Every quote is customized to your specific needs.
| Service | Price Range |
|---|---|
| New sump pump installation | $3,000 – $8,000 |
| Sump pump replacement | $2,000 – $6,000 |
| Battery backup system | $1,500 – $4,000 |
| Repair and maintenance | $800 – $3,000 |
Prices vary by project scope. Get an accurate quote with a free inspection.
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“Outstanding job! My basement is finally dry thanks to your team. No more musty smell or moisture problems. A+ service!”
“From the initial appointment to final inspection, service was exceptional. Prompt, professional, and results exceeded expectations.”
“Professional and friendly staff. They solved our leaky basement in no time. The results were fantastic. Basement has been leak-free since the work was done.”
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We provide sump pump installation throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area.
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