Quick Answer

Kitchen Renovation Cost in Ottawa (2026)

Average cost in Ottawa

$55,839avg

$15,000 – $160,000

$75 – $400 per sq ft

In Ottawa, the average is $55,839 and most projects cost between $15,000 and $160,000, or about $75 – $400 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 9 sources.

+10% YoY
9 sources
Updated 1 months ago
Ottawa-Gatineau

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Cabinetry

Stock to semi-custom units

$8,000 – $31,000

35%

Labor

Installation and skilled trades

$12,000 – $25,000

25%

Appliances

Mid-range appliance package

$3,000 – $10,000

15%

Countertops

Quartz or granite surfaces

$1,500 – $10,000

10%

Flooring & Backsplash

Tile, vinyl, or hardwood

$5,000 – $13,000

10%

Design & Permits

Plans and city approvals

$1,000 – $5,000

5%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $7,259 tax$63,098

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 project

Live
sq ft
Quality Level
Cabinet Material
Countertop Material

Your estimate in Ottawa

$55,839

Likely range $25,128 – $122,846

  • Cabinetry35%$19,544
  • Labor25%$13,960
  • Appliances15%$8,376
  • Countertops10%$5,584
  • Flooring & Backsplash10%$5,584
  • Design & Permits5%$2,792

Budget

$39,087

Mid-Range

$55,839

High-End

$79,292

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Calibrated to 9 researched sources for Ottawa. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$50,763

Today

$55,839

Kitchen Renovation in Ottawa is ↑ 10.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $5,076 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 Ottawa

Verified providers
🔨

Capital Homes

116 Albert St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5G3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

113 reviews

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Miracle Dream Homes

1235 St Paul Ave, Ottawa, ON K1V 6V8, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

96 reviews

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Magnolia Design & Build

1196 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 7K7, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

126 reviews

🔨

Westend Bath and Kitchen

1660 Woodward Dr, Ottawa, ON K2C 3R8, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

81 reviews

🔨

Ottawa General Contractors

1886 Merivale Rd #200, Ottawa, ON K2G 1E6, Canada

4.4
★★★★½

239 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

Costs typically range from $75 per sq ft for basic cosmetic refreshes to over $400 per sq ft for high-end custom remodels involving structural changes.

The average cost for cabinet installation in Ottawa is approximately $17,000, though custom luxury cabinetry can exceed $84,000 for large open-concept kitchens.

A mid-tier renovation in Ottawa typically costs between $35,000 and $75,000, with a median project price of roughly $55,000.

Countertop materials range from $25 to $200 per sq ft installed. For a standard 30–50 sq ft surface, homeowners spend between $1,500 and $10,000+.

Ottawa renovation budgets are growing by 8-12% annually due to a combination of skilled labor shortages, annual vendor increases, and tariffs impacting material supply chains.

📊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 months 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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