Kitchen Renovation Cost in Hamilton (2026)
Average cost in Hamilton
$15,000 — $150,000
$125 — $400 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedSemi-custom to custom units
35%
Licensed trades and general labor
20%
Mid-to-high end kitchen package
15%
Quartz or Granite surfaces
12%
City of Hamilton fees and planning
10%
Tile, hardwood, or luxury vinyl
8%
HST at 13%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically Includes
- Cabinet replacement
- Countertop installation
- Backsplash
- Flooring
- Basic plumbing updates
- Electrical (lighting & outlets)
- Labor & installation
- Demolition & disposal
Typically Excludes
- Appliances (fridge, stove, dishwasher)
- Structural wall removal
- Full plumbing rerouting
- Permits & inspection fees
- Furniture & decor
Costs assume a standard 100-150 sq ft kitchen. Larger or custom layouts may increase costs significantly.
🧮Estimate Your Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
$28,504 — $42,756
Based on 12 sources and market data for Hamilton. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$52,943
Today
$54,796
Kitchen Renovation in Hamilton is ↑ 3.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,853 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 Kitchen Reno Contractors in Hamilton
Verified providersZzone Homes Inc. - Hamilton Home Renovations & Addition Contractor
390 Dewitt Rd #9, Stoney Creek, ON L8E 4P6, Canada
77 reviews
Chermark Renovations, Additions, Home Renovation, Load Bearing Wall Removal
Binbrook Rd, Hamilton, ON L0R 1C0, Canada
55 reviews
Elite Building & Construction Renovation
40 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 2V8, Canada
153 reviews
Gravity Contractors Ltd Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling Renovation Contractor
262 Kenora Ave, Hamilton, ON L8E 3Y3, Canada
74 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
Homeowners can expect a return on investment (ROI) of 80% to 100% in the Hamilton real estate market, particularly for mid-range updates that modernize the layout.
Permit fees for residential renovations in Hamilton typically range from $200 to $500, depending on the project value and whether structural, plumbing, or electrical changes are involved.
A standard project takes 6 to 14 weeks. Custom cabinetry fabrication alone often requires 6 to 10 weeks, while on-site construction typically spans 3 to 6 weeks.
Quartz countertops currently cost between $80 and $180 per square foot installed, with premium designer patterns reaching the higher end of that range.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 12+ 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: 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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