Here’s an updated overview of ejector pump costs in 2025, covering both equipment and installation:
🛠️ Average Costs for Ejector Pumps (2025)
💧 Residential Ejector Pumps & Installations
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Pump unit only:
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Basic plastic models: $150–$500 Manta+14Today’s Homeowner+14Home Advisor+14The Renovation Cost Calculator
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Cast‑iron or stainless steel: up to $2,000 or more Today’s HomeownerAngiThe Renovation Cost Calculator
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Replacement (existing system):
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Total cost: $850–$3,500, average around $2,300 Angi+3HomeGuide+3The Renovation Cost Calculator+3Home Advisor
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New installation (cutting/pouring concrete, new drain lines):
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Total cost: $2,000–$6,500+, with an average between $2,500–$5,500 Cypump+12Today’s Homeowner+12HomeGuide+12
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⚙️ Commercial & Heavy‑Duty Models
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Some industrial ejector or grinder pumps exceed $5,000+, based on flow capacity and design Yahoo!+10ThePricer+10HomeGuide+10
🔢 Costs Influenced By:
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Material & Capacity
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Plastic: $150–$500
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Cast iron: $200–$2,000+
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Stainless steel: $200–$850 Angi+3Today’s Homeowner+3HomeGuide+3
Higher GPH/HP models drive prices higher.
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Installation Complexity
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Replacing existing unit: ~$700–$1,000 labor
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Full new system: ~$1,850–$3,500 labor Home Advisor+9HomeGuide+9Today’s Homeowner+9
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Pump Type
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Standard ejector vs. grinder pumps (grinders cost $1,000–$4,000+ for units alone) ThePricer+2Today’s Homeowner+2HomeGuide+2
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Extras
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Backup battery pumps: ~$600
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Electrical add-ons/subpanels: $400–$1,500+
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Septic tank pumping, line snaking, and permits add to total AA+2Upgradedhome.com+2Water Level Controls+2HomeGuide
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🧮 Example Scenarios
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✅ Replacing a ½ HP cast‑iron pump: ~$200–$1,000 for the pump + $700–$1,000 labor → $900–$2,000.
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🚧 Full installation of a ¾ HP heavy‑duty pump: ~$500–$1,500 pump + ~$1,850–$3,500 labor → $2,350–$5,000+.
🛒 Recommended 2025 Models to Consider
If you’re shopping, here are solid mid-range options for residential use:
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Zoeller M267 ½ HP: A highly rated, ½ HP automatic sewage pump (~$500) — durable with strong float-switch control.
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Flotec FPSES2700A ¾ HP: Stainless steel heavy-duty model (~$684) for larger capacity needs.
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Wayne RPP50 ½ HP: Budget-friendly (~$180–$200), cast-iron built, good performance.
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Ashland SW50M1‑20 ½ HP: Solid mid-range pump (~$1,056) with cast-iron durability.
✅ Tips Before You Buy
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Match capacity: Choose ½ HP for standard basement baths/laundry; step up to ¾ HP for larger needs.
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Material matters: Cast iron and stainless steel last longer in harsh settings.
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Purchase vs. install: Buying a quality pump yourself and hiring a plumber can save money—but warranties may vary.
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Factor in labor: Quotes may differ widely—get at least three local estimates.