Sewage Ejector Pump Installation in Toronto & the GTA
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A sewage ejector pump moves wastewater up from below-grade fixtures — basement bathrooms, laundry rooms, kitchenettes — to the main building drain above. Unlike a sump pump that handles groundwater, an ejector handles solid waste through a sealed basin and vented system. Tornado Plumbing & Drains installs sewage ejector systems across Toronto and the GTA, planned for the actual fixture load and proper venting.
Last updated April 24, 2026
When this service makes sense
Part of Basement Waterproofing & Flood Prevention in Toronto & the GTA
Book this service when
Book this when adding a bathroom, laundry, or kitchenette below the main building drain, or when an existing ejector has failed, smells, or sits in an open pit instead of a sealed basin.
Common signs
- A persistent sewer-gas smell near the basin because the lid gasket failed or the system was never properly vented
- The pump short-cycles, runs nonstop, or hums without clearing the basin, so the lowest fixture gurgles or backs up
- A homeowner-grade or undersized pump keeps tripping its breaker or burning out under the toilet-and-shower load
- Raw waste sits in an open pit or improvised container instead of a sealed basin
If you're not sure, compare these too
- Rough-In Plumbing - when the ejector is part of a new basement bathroom build
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On this page
- Licensed, insured, reviewed Toronto plumbers
- 25-year workmanship warranty
- Why a sealed ejector basin — not a sump pit — handles below-grade waste
- Signs your below-grade waste system needs an ejector installed or replaced
- What is included
- Sewage ejector installation is the right call when:
- How installation works
- Price and scope
Quick guide and key details
What changes price and scope
- Whether the basin goes in during a renovation or as a retrofit.
- Number of fixtures connecting.
- How far the discharge has to run.
How a professional visit usually unfolds
1. Plan
Locate the basin near the fixtures and the main drain. Right placement for short pipe runs.
2. Permit
Pull the plumbing permit. Required for new fixture installation.
3. Cut floor
Open the basement floor for the basin. Required for installation.
4. Install basin and pump
Sealed basin, ejector pump, vent line, and check valve. Permanent system.
5. Connect fixtures
Tie basement bathroom or laundry into the basin. Wastewater flows to the basin.
Recent Sewage Ejector Pump Installation work
These real project photos show the kind of work this service involves, so you can see examples before you book.
Basement floor patched back after flood-prevention plumbing work
Finished concrete patch after below-floor flood-prevention work, showing the restored surface homeowners see after the plumbing is installed.
Sewage ejector pricing (Toronto 2026)
| Scope | Starting from | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Pump replacement (existing basin) | $900 | $900 to $1,800 |
| New basin and pump (single fixture) | $1,800 | $1,800 to $3,500 |
| New basin and pump (full bathroom) | $2,400 | $2,400 to $4,800 |
| Combined ejector + bathroom rough-in | $3,500 | $3,500 to $7,500 |
Ranges are for planning and triage. Final pricing depends on access, urgency, materials, and whether the visit stays isolated once the area is opened.
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25-year workmanship warranty
Every job Tornado Plumbing & Drains completes in Toronto and the GTA — repair, install, replacement, drain work, sewer work, fixture work — is backed by a 25-year workmanship warranty. The written terms are provided with every quote. If our work fails within 25 years of the install date, we come back and make it right.
Why a sealed ejector basin — not a sump pit — handles below-grade waste
Toilets, showers, and laundry standpipes that sit below your main drain can't drain by gravity, so wastewater and solids have to be lifted into the overhead sewer line. We set a gas-tight, gasketed basin sized to your fixture count and tie it into a proper vent so sewer gas stays out of the basement and the pump float can cycle cleanly. The pump, check valve, and discharge are matched to the head height of your specific run, which is what keeps solids moving and stops backflow into the basin between cycles.
Signs your below-grade waste system needs an ejector installed or replaced
- A persistent sewer-gas smell near the basin because the lid gasket failed or the system was never properly vented
- The pump short-cycles, runs nonstop, or hums without clearing the basin, so the lowest fixture gurgles or backs up
- A homeowner-grade or undersized pump keeps tripping its breaker or burning out under the toilet-and-shower load
- Raw waste sits in an open pit or improvised container instead of a sealed basin
- Slow or backed-up drainage at a below-grade toilet, shower, or laundry standpipe that has no gravity path to the sewer
- A relocated basement washroom leaves the existing basin, vent, or discharge no longer lined up with the new fixtures
- The check valve has failed and effluent drains back into the basin after each pump cycle, causing rapid re-triggering
What's included
- Fixture-load and head-height assessment to size the pump and basin for the actual toilets, sinks, and laundry being served
- Supply and installation of a sealed, gasketed ejector basin with a gas-tight lid set into the floor
- Solids-handling ejector pump wired to a float switch, with a check valve and properly sloped discharge tied into the overhead sewer
- Code-compliant venting of the basin so the float cycles correctly and sewer gas is kept out of the living space
- Permit handling and rough-in/final inspection coordination where the work requires it for a below-grade fixture group
- Test run under load, basin and connection cleanup, and a written 25-year workmanship warranty on the installation
Sewage ejector installation is the right call when:
- Adding a basement bathroom below the main building drain.
- Adding a laundry room below the main drain.
- Adding a kitchenette or wet bar below the main drain.
- Existing ejector pump has failed.
- Renovating a basement and adding fixtures.
- An in-law suite or rental unit needs proper drainage.
Sewage ejector cost
Pricing depends on whether the basin is being added during a basement renovation, the number of fixtures connecting, and how far the discharge has to run. New installations during finished renovations stay in the lower range. Retrofit installations after the fact, requiring more concrete and ceiling work, run higher.
What to share when you call
- Which fixtures will tie in.
- Whether the basement is open or finished.
- Where the main drain runs above.
- Renovation timing and other trades involved.
- Permit status.
- Photos of the basement and the main building drain location.
Toronto context
Sewage ejector pumps handle below-grade fixtures in Toronto basements — basement bathrooms, laundry, slop sinks below the main sewer line. The basin has to be sealed and properly vented; the pump has to be solids-handling rated for what it's lifting. We don't shortcut either.
What to confirm before approving install
- The basin must be sealed and properly vented — code-required.
- Permit and city inspection are part of the scope.
- Discharge route should rise to the main drain at correct slope and connection.
Useful info on the call: fixture plan, basement condition, main drain location, and renovation timing.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the basin sealed?
Because it carries sewage. The basin must be airtight and vented to keep odour and gas out of the home, and to allow proper pump operation.
How is this different from a sump pump?
A sump pump handles clean groundwater. A sewage ejector handles wastewater with solids. Different basin, different pump, different code requirements.
Can I install a toilet without an ejector if my basement is below the main drain?
No, unless you use an upflush macerator system. Standard plumbing requires either gravity flow to the main drain or an ejector pump.
Does an ejector pump qualify for the Toronto flood subsidy?
No. Sewage ejector pumps are a different category — they handle wastewater, not flood prevention. The City's flood subsidy program covers sump pumps and backwater valves, not sewage ejectors.
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Sewage Ejector Pump Installation: real customer reviews
What customers say about our sewage ejector pump installation work, in their own words, straight from their Google reviews.
James Maingot
June 2024“Serhiy at Tornado Plumbing & Drains replaced my house's building trap and installed a backwater valve. Serhiy is a great communicator and his crew worked efficiently, politely, and their post-job clean up was impeccable.”
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Google place photo: Tornado Plumbing & DrainsKevin Lee
January 2021“Tornado waterproofed my foundation and installed a sump pump. Great quality of work, courteous service, easy to work with, good pricing. Thanks Sergey!”
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Google place photo: Tornado Plumbing & DrainsBenjamin Forsey
August 2024“I found Tornado Plumbing & Drain's which is run by Sergey and his team after having multiple problems of poor quality works for my drainage and weeping tiles from another company. Let me start by saying Sergey's customer service is flawless he is a gentleman and so polite and caring to explain the works and process that you feel like you have known him for years. We agreed a price and date and Tornado Plumbing & Drain delivered. All of his team are really nice whenever I came to the house they were happy to show me progress and they never took a short cut with the works despite having to make good some defective works. I passed my revised drainage inspections first time with Tornado Plumbing & Drain and he also supported me getting my rebates. Sergey also has his own equipment which is rare usually other companies sub contract this out or use additional labor which costs you (the client) more money and time is construction schedule. Sergey has his own digger and a high quality drain camera so he can use his camera to find issues and defective works. He paid a lot of money for this equipment but it helps him work effectively and this in turn helps the client as he can pinpoint the defects to save the client money as he knows the issue and location ASAP. I will leave with saying this, just call Sergey for underpinning, waterproofing and plumbing and drainage works and if you are lucky enough to meet him I think the way he conducts himself you will see that my review is a genuine reflection of this honest hard working man! Finally, mesage me on here if you would like to speak to me directly as a previous client of Sergey's and if you want to come see his work I am happy to show you it at my house. I would do this for Sergey in return of his high quality work and conduct he gave me. Ben F.”
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Google place photo: Tornado Plumbing & DrainsAuthoritative sources for this service
Public references — City of Toronto programs, federal guidelines, and standards bodies — used for the rules and figures cited on this page.
- City of Toronto — Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program(city)
- City of Toronto — Combined sewers and basement flooding(city)
- ESA — Electrical Safety Authority (Ontario electrical permits)(regulator)
- City of Toronto Sewer Use Bylaw — Chapter 681(city)
- IICRC S500 — Standard for Professional Water Damage Restoration(standard)
- City of Toronto — Priority Lead Water Service Replacement Program(city)
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Fast answers before you call
Why is the basin sealed?
Because it carries sewage. The basin must be airtight and vented to keep odour and gas out of the home, and to allow proper pump operation.
How is this different from a sump pump?
A sump pump handles clean groundwater. A sewage ejector handles wastewater with solids. Different basin, different pump, different code requirements.
Can I install a toilet without an ejector if my basement is below the main drain?
No, unless you use an upflush macerator system. Standard plumbing requires either gravity flow to the main drain or an ejector pump.
Does an ejector pump qualify for the Toronto flood subsidy?
No. Sewage ejector pumps are a different category — they handle wastewater, not flood prevention. The City's flood subsidy program covers sump pumps and backwater valves, not sewage ejectors.
Book Sewage Ejector Pump Installation today.
Tornado Plumbing & Drains handles Sewage Ejector Pump Installation across Toronto and the GTA. Call 647-784-8448 or book online for a clean diagnosis, written scope, and the 25-year workmanship warranty on every install and repair.