Quick Answer

Bathroom Renovation Cost in Montreal (2026)

Average cost in Montreal

$25,971avg

$10,000 — $55,000

$125 — $450 per sq ft

+3.2% YoY
9 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Quebec

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor & Project Management

Licensed trades and site supervision

$4,500 — $24,750

45%

Fixtures & Cabinetry

Shower, tub, toilet, and vanity unit

$2,500 — $13,750

25%

Materials & Finishes

Tiles, flooring, grout, and paint

$1,500 — $8,250

15%

Plumbing & Electrical

Rough-ins and specialized mechanical work

$1,000 — $5,500

10%

Permits & Disposal

Municipal fees and debris removal

$500 — $2,750

5%

🧾GST+QST (14.98%) — Quebec
Base cost + $3,890 tax$29,861

GST+QST at 14.98%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Vanity & sink replacement
  • Toilet replacement
  • Tub/shower update
  • Tile flooring & walls
  • Basic plumbing
  • Lighting & exhaust fan
  • Labor & installation

Typically Excludes

  • Full tub-to-shower conversion
  • Heated floors
  • Custom glass enclosures
  • Structural modifications
  • Permits

Based on a standard 5x8 ft bathroom. Master bath or custom designs may cost more.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$19,750

$15,800 — $23,700

Based on 9 sources and market data for Montreal. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$25,166

Today

$25,971

Bathroom Renovation in Montreal is 3.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $805 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 Bathroom Reno Contractors in Montreal

Verified providers
🔨

Rénovation Centrale , Central Renovation

1255 R. du Square-Phillips Ste 412, Montreal, QC H3B 3G1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

238 reviews

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Durabath | Réémaillage de Bain Montréal

4020 Rue Saint-Ambroise #495, Montréal, QC H4C 2E1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

190 reviews

🔨

BonBain Construction

107 17e Avenue, Lachine, QC H8S 3N7, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

67 reviews

🔨

Ecosense Construction et Renovation Inc. Montreal

645 Rue Guy, Montréal, QC H3J 2V5, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

63 reviews

🔨

DCR Renovation & Construction Montreal

3422 Bd Décarie, Montréal, QC H4A 3J5, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

591 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

In 2026, Montreal charges a permit fee of $9.80 for every $1,000 of work value, with a minimum residential fee of $167.40. For a $25,000 renovation, expect to pay approximately $245 for the permit.

A standard full renovation usually takes between 2 to 4 weeks. Cosmetic refreshes can be completed in 3 to 5 days, while major structural changes or plumbing relocations can extend the timeline to 6 weeks or more.

No. In Quebec, all plumbing and electrical work must be performed by contractors holding a valid RBQ (Régie du bâtiment du Québec) license. DIY work in these areas is illegal and can void your home insurance.

Yes. Homes built before 1990 often require an additional $1,500 to $5,000 for asbestos testing and abatement. Pre-war homes may also need a full replacement of galvanized steel pipes, adding $2,500 to $4,000 to the plumbing budget.

📊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: 3 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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