Quick Answer

Kitchen Renovation Cost in Victoria (2026)

Average cost in Victoria

$48,435avg

$23,600 — $100,300

$200 — $450 per sq ft

+12% YoY
8 sources
Updated 1 weeks ago
British Columbia

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Cabinets & Hardware

IKEA to custom bespoke cabinetry

$8,500 — $35,000

35%

Appliance Package

Mid-range to luxury brand sets

$4,000 — $25,000

25%

Labor & Finishing

Demolition, drywall, and painting

$3,600 — $12,300

12%

Electrical & Plumbing

Basic updates to major relocations

$3,500 — $12,000

12%

Countertops

Laminate to quartz or granite

$2,000 — $8,000

8%

Flooring

Vinyl plank to hardwood or tile

$2,000 — $8,000

8%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — British Columbia
Base cost + $5,812 tax$54,247

GST+PST at 12%

📋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

$37,520

$30,016 — $45,024

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

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$43,246

Today

$48,435

Kitchen Renovation in Victoria is 12.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $5,189 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 Victoria

Verified providers
🔨

White Wolf Homes

1031 Sluggett Rd, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1J1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

85 reviews

🔨

CVR construction LTD.

1226 Finlayson St, Victoria, BC V8T 2V3, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

35 reviews

🔨

Southern Comfort Renovations

2014 Fernwood Rd, Victoria, BC V8T 2Y9, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

26 reviews

🔨

Flintstones Pro

520 Ardersier Rd, Victoria, BC V8Z 1C7, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

151 reviews

🔨

MAC Reno Design Build

5285 W Saanich Rd, Victoria, BC V9E 2E8, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

93 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 in Victoria are approximately 18% higher than the national average due to skilled labor shortages on Vancouver Island and additional ferry transport fees for materials sourced from the mainland.

Minor cosmetic refreshes in the Victoria market currently yield a high ROI of approximately 113%, while major upscale renovations typically return about 36% of their cost in home value.

Due to high demand and labor shortages, established local contractors in Victoria typically have a lead time of 6 to 8 weeks before a project can physically begin.

For 2026, planning ranges typically fall between $200 and $450 per square foot, depending on the level of customization and whether structural changes are required.

📊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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