In Texas, most sump pump projects cost between $400 and $1,500 per job, with a typical price near $800. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.
Typical sump pump cost
$400 – $1,500
per job · typical $800
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Sump pump cost breakdown
- Pedestal pump install$300 – $800typical $500
- Submersible pump install$500 – $1,200typical $800
- Battery backup add-on$300 – $700typical $500
At a glance
- Typical range$400 – $1,500
- Unitper job
- Cities covered91
What Sump Pumps costs
Cost covers a new pump unit, labor, and usually a check valve and discharge piping. Prices vary by pump type (pedestal vs submersible), brand, and whether you need a battery backup or new pit. Installation is typically a few hours.
By city in Texas
- Abilene
- Allen
- Amarillo
- Arlington
- Atascocita
- Austin
- Baytown
- Beaumont
- Bedford
- Brownsville
- Bryan
- Burleson
- Carrollton
- Cedar Hill
- Cedar Park
- Channelview
- College Station
- Conroe
- Coppell
- Corpus Christi
- Dallas
- DeSoto
- Denton
- Duncanville
- Edinburg
- El Paso
- Euless
- Farmers Branch
- Flower Mound
- Fort Worth
- Friendswood
- Frisco
- Galveston
- Garland
- Georgetown
- Grand Prairie
- Grapevine
- Haltom City
- Harlingen
- Houston
- Hurst
- Irving
- Keller
- Killeen
- Kyle
- Lake Jackson
- Laredo
- League City
- Leander
- Lewisville
- Little Elm
- Longview
- Lubbock
- McAllen
- McKinney
- Mesquite
- Midland
- Mission
- Mission Bend
- Missouri City
- New Braunfels
- North Richland Hills
- Odessa
- Pasadena
- Pearland
- Pflugerville
- Pharr
- Plano
- Port Arthur
- Richardson
- Rockwall
- Rosenberg
- Round Rock
- Rowlett
- San Angelo
- San Antonio
- Schertz
- Sherman
- Spring
- Sugar Land
- Temple
- Texarkana
- Texas City
- The Colony
- The Woodlands
- Tyler
- Waco
- Waxahachie
- Weslaco
- Wichita Falls
- Wylie
Frequently asked questions
Why is my sump pump so expensive to replace?
Labor and materials add up, especially if the discharge pipe needs rerouting or a new pit is needed. Pump quality also drives cost.
Can I install a sump pump myself?
Possible but risky. Incorrect installation can lead to water damage or short cycling. Professional install ensures proper drainage and code compliance.
How can I save on sump pump costs?
Get multiple quotes, choose a mid-range pump, and consider a battery backup only if needed. Regular maintenance can prevent costly failures.