Quick Answer

Kitchen Renovation Cost in Windsor (2026)

Average cost in Windsor

$50,520avg

$8,000 — $140,000

$150 — $500 per sq ft

+5% YoY
12 sources
Updated 2 days ago
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Cabinetry

Semi-custom to custom units

$13,125 — $21,000

35%

Labor & Trades

Licensed carpentry, electrical, and plumbing

$10,500 — $18,375

30%

Countertops

Quartz or granite with installation

$5,250 — $10,500

15%

Appliances

Mid-range to pro-style packages

$5,250 — $7,875

12%

Flooring & Backsplash

Porcelain tile or luxury vinyl

$2,625 — $4,200

6%

Permits & Disposal

City of Windsor fees and bin rentals

$1,050 — $1,575

2%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $6,568 tax$57,088

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

$31,850

$25,480 — $38,220

Based on 12 sources and market data for Windsor. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$48,114

Today

$50,520

Kitchen Renovation in Windsor is 5.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $2,406 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 Windsor

Verified providers
🔨

Elze Contracting inc

560 Aylmer Ave, Windsor, ON N9A 1T8, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

45 reviews

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Windsor pioneer’s renovation

Banwell Rd, Windsor, ON N8N 0A1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

30 reviews

🔨

Keystone Kitchens

961 Tecumseh Rd W, Windsor, ON N8X 2A9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

91 reviews

🔨

RSW HOME RENOVATION

192 Hampton Crescent, Windsor, ON N9E 4M4, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

66 reviews

🔨

Family Home Improvements

2744 Jefferson Blvd, Windsor, ON N8T 3C7, Canada

4.5
★★★★½

62 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

As of March 1, 2026, the City of Windsor assesses a minimum permit fee of $250.00 for residential alterations, plus a non-refundable $70.00 zoning certificate fee for small residential permits.

A typical mid-range renovation in Windsor, which includes new cabinets, quartz counters, and minor layout tweaks, ranges from $35,000 to $70,000 in 2026.

With Windsor's average home price sitting at approximately $547,000 in early 2026, homeowners can expect a 60% to 80% return on investment for a professional kitchen renovation upon resale.

No, labor in Windsor-Essex is generally 15% to 20% lower than in the Greater Toronto Area, though skilled trade shortages in 2026 have pushed local hourly rates for electricians and plumbers to between $80 and $150.

📊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: 2 days 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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