How Much Does a Plumber Cost in Toronto?
Toronto plumbers charge about $130–$180 an hour on ProScore's estimate, 20% above the Ontario average. Typical Toronto prices: drain cleaning $300–$600 per job, and pipe repair $240–$720 per repair. What moves the local bill: a City subsidy of up to 80% of the invoice for a backwater valve or sump pump; and a City of Toronto business licence the contractor must hold for the subsidy.
ProScore’s 2026 cost estimates for plumber services in Toronto, GTA, alongside live stats for the 138 plumbers listed on ProScore.
Plumber Costs in Toronto (2026)
| Service | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Drain Cleaning | $300–$600 |
| Pipe Repair | $240–$720 |
| Water Heater Installation | $1,440–$3,600 |
| Faucet Replacement | $180–$480 |
| Toilet Installation | $240–$600 |
| Bathroom Rough-In | $3,600–$8,400 |
| Sump Pump Installation | $960–$2,400 |
| Backflow Preventer | $360–$960 |
| Service Call / Dispatch Fee | $60–$120 |
ProScore estimate, figures as of February 24, 2026. Ontario-wide ranges compiled by ProScore — not measured from ProScore listings, contractor quotes, or a pricing survey. Adjusted for Toronto by ProScore’s curated modifier of 1.2 (20% above the Ontario average). Actual costs vary by project scope, materials, and contractor.
Toronto fees, rules and price trends from official sources
- Toronto's Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy pays up to 80% of the invoice, to a maximum of $1,600 per backwater valve (two at most), $2,250 for a sump pump and $400 to sever and cap the foundation drain connection, up to $6,650 per property, for work completed on or after November 12, 2025. City of Toronto[1]
- To qualify for Toronto's subsidy, the contractor must hold a valid City of Toronto business licence when the work is done, and a backwater valve needs a building permit and an inspection before it is covered up. City of Toronto[2]
- In Toronto, installing or modifying a plumbing system, or installing a backwater valve, needs a building permit. City of Toronto[3]
- Statistics Canada's renovation price index for plumbing fixtures and equipment rose 3.3% in Toronto in the year to the second quarter of 2026. Statistics Canada[4]
Plumbers in Toronto on ProScore
ProScore lists 138 plumbers in Toronto, 124 of them with a ProScore score, averaging 67.
Licensing in Toronto
In Ontario, plumbers should hold a Certificate of Qualification from the Ontario College of Trades (now Skilled Trades Ontario). Always verify credentials before hiring. Verify credentials at Skilled Trades Ontario.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a plumber cost in Toronto?
On ProScore's estimate, most plumber work in Toronto runs $130 to $180 an hour, 20% above the Ontario average. Typical Toronto prices: drain cleaning $300–$600 per job, and pipe repair $240–$720 per repair.
Does Toronto help pay for a backwater valve or sump pump?
Toronto's Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy pays up to 80% of the invoice, to a maximum of $1,600 per backwater valve (two at most), $2,250 for a sump pump and $400 to sever and cap the foundation drain connection, up to $6,650 per property, for work completed on or after November 12, 2025.[1]
What does a Toronto plumber need for the flooding subsidy to pay out?
To qualify for Toronto's subsidy, the contractor must hold a valid City of Toronto business licence when the work is done, and a backwater valve needs a building permit and an inspection before it is covered up.[2]
How many plumbers does ProScore list in Toronto?
ProScore tracks 138 plumbers in Toronto with an average ProScore score of 67.
Sources
- City of Toronto, Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program (Page modified June 18, 2026). Accessed October 19, 2026.
- City of Toronto, Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program (Page modified June 18, 2026). Accessed October 19, 2026.
- City of Toronto, When do I need a building permit? (Page modified July 21, 2026). Accessed October 19, 2026.
- Statistics Canada, Residential renovation price indexes, percentage change, quarterly (table 18-10-0286-02) (Second quarter 2026, released August 7, 2026). Accessed October 19, 2026.
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