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Sump Pump Installation Cost in Denver

$700 – $2,350

Average sump pump installation cost in Denver · avg $1,550

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At a glance · Denver
Typical timeline
Under 1 day
Permit
Usually required · ~$180
Local soil
expansive clay and bentonite
Freeze-thaw cycles
98 / yr
Local pros
12 available

Sump Pump Installation cost in Denver, CO

Pump systems that evacuate collected water from a basement or crawl space pit. Below is how it compares with related foundation and drainage work in Denver.

Service in DenverLowAverageHigh
Basement Waterproofing$2,500$5,150$7,750
Foundation Repair$2,400$5,500$8,600
Crawl Space Encapsulation$3,300$5,900$8,500
French Drain Installation$1,650$4,000$6,350
Sump Pump InstallationThis page$700$1,550$2,350

Ranges reflect local labor and expansive clay and bentonite soil conditions. Your quote depends on square footage, access, and severity.

What affects the cost in Denver

Annual rainfall
14"
Freeze-thaw cycles / yr
98
Frost depth
37"

Homes in Denver sit on expansive clay that pushes against foundation walls as it takes on water, the biggest single driver of local foundation and waterproofing work.

Permits in Denver

Underpinning, piering, and wall stabilization need a permit (often with an engineer's letter); small interior repairs typically do not.

Issuing authority: City of Denver Building & Zoning Department · typical fee ~$180

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Sump Pump Installation in Denver: FAQ

How much does sump pump installation cost in Denver?+

In Denver, sump pump installation typically runs $700–$2,350, averaging about $1,550. The expansive clay and bentonite soil and 98 freeze-thaw cycles a year are the biggest local price drivers.

Do I need a permit for sump pump installation in Denver?+

Underpinning, piering, and wall stabilization need a permit (often with an engineer's letter); small interior repairs typically do not. Permits are handled by City of Denver Building & Zoning Department, with a typical fee around $180.

Is sump pump installation worth it in Denver?+

With 14" of annual rainfall and a 37" frost depth, untreated water intrusion in Denver tends to worsen each freeze-thaw season, so most homeowners find addressing it early is far cheaper than structural repair later.