Bathroom Renovation Cost in Ottawa (2026)
Average cost in Ottawa
$7,000 — $50,000
$70 — $250 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedDemolition, installation, and site prep
55%
Tiles, vanity, and finishes
30%
Rough-ins and fixture connections
8%
Lighting, fans, and GFCI outlets
4%
City fees and waste removal
3%
HST at 13%
📋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
$17,000 — $25,500
Based on 8 sources and market data for Ottawa. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$17,379
Today
$17,900
Bathroom Renovation in Ottawa is ↑ 3.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $521 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 Ottawa
Verified providersCapital Bathroom Renovation
32 Lazy Nol Ct, Stittsville, ON K2S 1T5, Canada
104 reviews
iBathrooms
1826 Robertson Rd unit 16 Suite 321, Nepean, ON K2H 1B9, Canada
64 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
For a typical 35 sq ft bathroom, Ottawa homeowners can expect to pay between $9,000 and $22,000 in 2026, depending on whether it is a cosmetic refresh or a full gut remodel.
Yes, if you are moving plumbing fixtures, changing the layout, or making structural changes. Cosmetic updates like tiling and painting do not require one. Permits typically cost $12.75 per $1,000 of construction value, with a minimum fee of $117.
According to local real estate data, a bathroom renovation in Ottawa typically yields an ROI of 75% to 100%, making it one of the most profitable home improvements.
Labor is the largest expense, accounting for 40% to 65% of the total budget. For materials, high-end tiling and custom vanities are the primary cost drivers, with natural stone tiles ranging from $23 to $214 per sq ft.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ 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: 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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