Quick Answer

Bathroom Renovation Cost in Hamilton (2026)

Average cost in Hamilton

$19,700avg

$4,500 — $48,000

$140 — $280 per sq ft

+5% YoY
9 sources
Updated 3 weeks ago
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Demolition, tiling, and installation

$8,600 — $10,750

45%

Materials & Tile

Porcelain/ceramic tile and setting materials

$3,225 — $4,300

18%

Fixtures & Vanity

Toilet, sink, vanity, and shower systems

$2,150 — $3,225

12%

Plumbing & Electrical

Rough-ins and licensed trade work

$2,150 — $3,225

15%

Permits & Contingency

City fees and 10% buffer for hidden issues

$1,075 — $2,150

10%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $2,561 tax$22,261

HST at 13%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically 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

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$21,625

$17,300 — $25,950

Based on 9 sources and market data for Hamilton. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$18,762

Today

$19,700

Bathroom Renovation in Hamilton is 5.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $938 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 Hamilton

Verified providers
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Zzone Homes Inc - Hamilton Home Renovations & Addition Contractor

390 Dewitt Rd #9, Stoney Creek, ON L8E 4P6, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

76 reviews

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Gravity Contractors Ltd Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling Renovation Contractor

262 Kenora Ave, Hamilton, ON L8E 3Y3, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

73 reviews

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Sunridge renovations

996 Queensdale Ave E, Hamilton, ON L9A1H1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

58 reviews

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Chermark Renovations, Additions, Home Renovation, Load Bearing Wall Removal

Binbrook Rd, Hamilton, ON L0R 1C0, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

54 reviews

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Elite Building & Construction Renovation

40 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 2V8, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

151 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, if you are moving plumbing fixtures, altering structural walls, or changing the drainage system. In 2026, Hamilton building permit fees for these scopes typically range from $250 to $1,000.

A full-service master ensuite renovation in Hamilton typically costs between $25,000 and $45,000, depending on features like custom glass showers and heated flooring.

A cosmetic refresh for a 2-piece powder room (vanity, toilet, and paint) generally costs between $4,500 and $8,000 in the Hamilton market.

Homeowners should budget an extra $500 to $2,500 for subfloor repairs and $800 to $3,500 for upgrading outdated galvanized or lead plumbing often found in older lower-city properties.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 3 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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