Quick Answer

Bathroom Renovation Cost in Oshawa (2026)

Average cost in Oshawa

$16,989avg

$8,500 — $45,000

$180 — $400 per sq ft

+5.2% YoY
8 sources
Updated 1 weeks ago
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Licensed trades (plumbing, electrical, tiling)

$4,675 — $24,750

55%

Materials

Fixtures, tile, vanity, and lighting

$2,975 — $15,750

35%

Permits & Fees

City of Oshawa building and plumbing permits

$255 — $1,350

3%

Disposal & Contingency

Waste bins and 10% buffer for hidden issues

$595 — $3,150

7%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $2,209 tax$19,198

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

$21,813

$17,450 — $26,176

Based on 8 sources and market data for Oshawa. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$16,149

Today

$16,989

Bathroom Renovation in Oshawa is 5.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $840 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 Oshawa

Verified providers
🔨

Dream Construction Studio

430 Finley Ave, Ajax, ON L1S 2E3, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

88 reviews

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Trust My Handyman Renovation & Improvement services

Deverell St, Whitby, ON L1R 1W2, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

70 reviews

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Easy Renovation | Bathroom Renovations Oshawa

600 Rossland Rd W, Oshawa, ON L1J 8M7, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

51 reviews

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Henley Contracting Ltd.

Oshawa, ON L1H 1A9, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

50 reviews

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Hayes Plumbing & Bathroom Renovations

448 Ritson Rd S, Oshawa, ON L1H 5J9, Canada

4.3
★★★★½

168 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, a permit is required in Oshawa if you are altering the plumbing system, moving walls, or changing the structural footprint. Cosmetic updates like replacing a vanity in the same location typically do not require one. Permit application fees for residential remodels in 2026 start at approximately $200 plus plan review fees.

Licensed plumbers in Oshawa currently charge between $110 and $160 per hour for standard renovation work. Emergency rates or specialized work on century homes in South Oshawa can reach $180 to $250 per hour.

A standard 3-piece bathroom renovation in Oshawa typically takes 2 to 3 weeks from demolition to final inspection. Larger primary ensuite projects involving custom tile work or layout changes can extend to 5 to 8 weeks.

Homeowners in Oshawa can expect a 65% to 80% ROI on mid-range bathroom renovations. This remains one of the highest-value home improvements in the GTA market for 2026, particularly for homes in high-growth areas like North Oshawa.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 7+ 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: 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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