Bathroom Renovation Cost in Edmonton (2026)
Average cost in Edmonton
$5,000 — $50,000
$150 — $400 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedGeneral contracting and assembly
45%
Vanity, toilet, tub, and hardware
25%
Materials and specialized tile labor
15%
Licensed trade work and rough-ins
10%
City fees and debris removal
5%
GST at 5%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically Includes
- Vanity & sink replacement
- Toilet replacement
- Tub/shower update
- Tile flooring & walls
- Basic plumbing
- Lighting & exhaust fan
- Labor & installation
Typically Excludes
- Full tub-to-shower conversion
- Heated floors
- Custom glass enclosures
- Structural modifications
- Permits
Based on a standard 5x8 ft bathroom. Master bath or custom designs may cost more.
🧮Estimate Your Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
$15,950 — $23,926
Based on 9 sources and market data for Edmonton. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$19,059
Today
$20,012
Bathroom Renovation in Edmonton is ↑ 5.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $953 more on the average project.
Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.
🏢Top Bathroom Reno Contractors in Edmonton
Verified providersKnights Ridge Builders and Renovations
14943 72a St NW, Edmonton, AB T5C 0S3, Canada
119 reviews
VK Renovations Edmonton
7519 Elmer Bend NW, Edmonton, AB T6M 1K2, Canada
70 reviews
Wave Bathroom Renovations
4817 99 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 4Y1, Canada
133 reviews
Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.
💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
Yes, the City of Edmonton requires a building permit for any project involving changes to plumbing or electrical systems. While simple cosmetic updates like painting may not require one, a full renovation typically does to ensure code compliance.
Edmonton labor rates for skilled trades are approximately 5% to 14% higher than the Canadian national average. In 2026, licensed plumbers and electricians in the city typically charge between $85 and $150 per hour.
Homeowners in the Edmonton area can expect a return on investment (ROI) of 65% to 80%. This makes bathroom renovations one of the highest-value home improvements for increasing resale value in the local market.
For Edmonton homes built before the 1980s, contractors recommend a 10-15% contingency budget (roughly $2,000 to $5,000) to cover potential discoveries like galvanized steel pipes or outdated wiring that must be brought to modern code.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 7+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 1 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.
About this data
Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.
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