Kitchen Renovation Cost in Ottawa (2026)
Average cost in Ottawa
$15,000 — $160,000
$150 — $600 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedCustom and semi-custom units
35%
Skilled trades and project management
30%
Mid-range to professional grade packages
15%
Quartz, granite, or premium stone surfaces
12%
Tile, hardwood, and wall finishes
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
$28,000 — $42,000
Based on 12 sources and market data for Ottawa. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$59,284
Today
$64,324
Kitchen Renovation in Ottawa is ↑ 8.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $5,039 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 providersCopperstone Kitchens & Renovations
211 Colonnade Rd, Ottawa, ON K2E 7K3, Canada
73 reviews
Magnolia Design & Build
1196 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 7K7, Canada
123 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, according to the Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC), a kitchen renovation in Ottawa typically yields an ROI of 75% to 100% of the expenditure.
City of Ottawa building permits for renovations involving electrical or plumbing changes typically range from $500 to $2,000, with processing times of 2-3 weeks.
Older homes often require mandatory upgrades to outdated electrical, plumbing, and insulation systems to meet 2026 building codes, adding $5,000 to $15,000 to the base cost.
Many Ottawa contractors offer lower rates or 'winter discounts' between January and March when demand is lower, though material delivery can be delayed by heavy snow.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ 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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