Quick Answer

Kitchen Renovation Cost in Oshawa (2026)

Average cost in Oshawa

$50,318avg

$15,000 — $150,000

$250 — $500 per sq ft

+12% YoY
8 sources
Updated today
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Cabinetry & Hardware

Custom and semi-custom units

$15,750 — $52,500

35%

Labor & Installation

Skilled trades and assembly

$13,125 — $37,500

25%

Appliances

Mid-to-high end packages

$7,875 — $22,500

15%

Countertops & Backsplash

Quartz, stone, or tile

$5,250 — $15,000

10%

Plumbing & Electrical

Fixture updates and wiring

$4,200 — $12,000

8%

Permits & Contingency

City fees and 10% buffer

$3,675 — $10,500

7%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $6,541 tax$56,859

HST at 13%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically 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

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$35,945

$28,756 — $43,134

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

$44,927

Today

$50,318

Kitchen Renovation in Oshawa is 12.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $5,391 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 Oshawa

Verified providers
🔨

Lilium Design & Build | Renovation Contractor Whitby

119 Ferguson St, Whitby, ON L1N 2X7, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

47 reviews

🔨

Easy Renovation | Bathroom Renovations Oshawa

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

4.9
★★★★½

55 reviews

🔨

Multi-Trade Building Services

291 Phillip Murray Ave, Oshawa, ON L1J 1H1, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

34 reviews

🔨

Classic Kitchens Designs & Renovations Ltd.

560 Laval Dr Unit C600, Oshawa, ON L1J 0B5, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

51 reviews

🔨

Henley Contracting Ltd.

Oshawa, ON L1H 4G1, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

50 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

While a cosmetic refresh can start at $15,000, a comprehensive mid-range remodel in Oshawa typically averages $52,500, with high-end custom projects frequently exceeding $150,000 depending on structural changes.

Cabinet refacing in Oshawa is a cost-effective alternative averaging approximately $4,700, whereas new semi-custom cabinetry for a standard kitchen typically starts at $15,000 to $20,000.

Current 2026 data shows that backsplash installation in Oshawa averages between $2,380 and $2,830, while professional appliance installation services average around $565 per unit.

Costs have seen a year-over-year increase of approximately 10-14% due to skilled labor shortages and a 20% rise in material costs like lumber compared to 2023-2024 levels.

Most full kitchen renovations in the GTA and Oshawa area take between 8 to 14 weeks from demolition to completion, with custom cabinetry fabrication alone requiring a 6-8 week lead time.

📊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: today. 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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