Quick Answer

Bathroom Renovation Cost in Vancouver (2026)

Average cost in Vancouver

$26,802avg

$8,000 — $85,000

$150 — $550 per sq ft

+1.4% YoY
11 sources
Updated 3 weeks ago
Metro Vancouver

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor & Trades

Plumbing, electrical, and tiling specialists

$11,000 — $22,000

45%

Materials & Fixtures

Vanity, tile, tub/shower, and hardware

$7,500 — $18,000

35%

Contingency Fund

Unexpected mold, asbestos, or structural issues

$2,500 — $5,000

15%

Permits & Design

City of Vancouver fees and basic floorplans

$900 — $2,500

5%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — British Columbia
Base cost + $3,216 tax$30,018

GST+PST at 12%

📋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

$24,063

$19,250 — $28,876

Based on 11 sources and market data for Vancouver. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$26,432

Today

$26,802

Bathroom Renovation in Vancouver is 1.4% compared to roughly a year ago — about $370 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 Vancouver

Verified providers
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GRAND RENOVATIONS AND CONSTRUCTION

601 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E6, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

89 reviews

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Reno Stars Construction

21300 Gordon Way Unit 188, Richmond, BC V6W 1M2, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

77 reviews

🔨

Beau Home Construction & Renovation

5690 Kullahun Dr, Vancouver, BC V6N 2E5, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

47 reviews

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Heilman Renovations

173 Forester St #105, North Vancouver, BC V7H 0A6, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

279 reviews

🔨

Enzo Design Build

638 Broughton St #320, Vancouver, BC V6G 3K3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

54 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 or making structural changes. The City of Vancouver typically charges between $900 and $1,300 for a standard bathroom renovation permit in 2026.

Condo renovations often cost 20-30% more due to strata restrictions, including limited working hours (typically 9am-5pm), elevator booking fees, and the complexity of working with concrete slabs which can push per sq ft costs to $550.

For homes built before 1990, homeowners should budget a 15-20% contingency. Asbestos testing and abatement for drywall mud or floor tiles can add $2,500 to $5,000 to the initial demolition phase.

A high-end spa-like ensuite in neighborhoods like Kitsilano or West Vancouver typically ranges from $65,000 to $120,000, featuring custom steam showers, heated floors, and premium stone finishes.

📊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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