Quick Answer

Bathroom Renovation Cost in Vancouver (2026)

Average cost in Vancouver

$32,174avg

$12,000 — $75,000

$150 — $550 per sq ft

+5.5% YoY
8 sources
Updated 1 weeks ago
Metro Vancouver

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor & Trades

Licensed plumbers, electricians, and tilers

$12,000 — $28,000

42%

Fixtures & Materials

Vanity, toilet, tub/shower, and tile

$10,000 — $30,000

38%

Contingency Fund

Recommended 15% for unforeseen issues

$3,000 — $10,000

12%

Design & Management

Project planning and contractor fees

$1,500 — $5,000

5%

Permits & Disposal

City fees and debris removal

$1,200 — $2,500

3%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — British Columbia
Base cost + $3,861 tax$36,035

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

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$30,497

Today

$32,174

Bathroom Renovation in Vancouver is 5.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,677 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
★★★★★

86 reviews

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Beau Home Construction & Renovation

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

5.0
★★★★★

43 reviews

🔨

21 Renovations

1080 Pacific St #404, Vancouver, BC V6E 4C2, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

40 reviews

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Heilman Renovations

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

4.9
★★★★½

278 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, the City of Vancouver requires permits for any plumbing changes, electrical work beyond fixture swaps, or structural modifications. Cosmetic updates like painting or replacing a vanity in the same spot typically do not, but permit fees for a mid-range project usually range from $900 to $1,300.

Condo projects often cost 20-30% more due to strict strata bylaws, limited working hours (typically 9am-5pm), elevator booking fees, and the complexity of working with concrete slabs which can add $3,000-$6,000 if moving plumbing lines.

A standard 3-piece bathroom renovation takes 3 to 6 weeks. Luxury ensuites or projects requiring custom glass and stone can take 8 to 12 weeks, especially considering current 2026 lead times for premium fixtures.

Homeowners in Metro Vancouver typically see a Return on Investment (ROI) of 60% to 80%. Updated bathrooms are a key selling point in the local real estate market and often lead to faster sales even if the full cost isn't recovered.

📊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: 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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