Quick Answer

Bathroom Renovation Cost in Ottawa (2026)

Average cost in Ottawa

$24,196avg

$7,000 — $55,000

$150 — $450 per sq ft

+4.8% YoY
8 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Ottawa-Gatineau

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor & Trades

Plumbing, electrical, and tiling specialists

$11,025 — $24,750

45%

Fixtures & Cabinetry

Vanity, toilet, tub, and shower systems

$6,125 — $13,750

25%

Materials

Tiles, grout, and rough-in supplies

$4,900 — $11,000

20%

Permits & Disposal

City fees and debris removal

$1,225 — $2,750

5%

Design & Contingency

Planning and unexpected repairs

$1,225 — $2,750

5%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $3,145 tax$27,341

HST at 13%

📋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

$21,250

$17,000 — $25,500

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

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$23,088

Today

$24,196

Bathroom Renovation in Ottawa is 4.8% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,108 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 Ottawa

Verified providers
🔨

Capital Bathroom Renovation

67 Iber Rd Unit 105, Stittsville, ON K2S 1E7, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

109 reviews

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Miracle Dream Homes

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

4.9
★★★★½

94 reviews

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Magnolia Design & Build

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

4.8
★★★★½

125 reviews

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Westend Bath and Kitchen

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

4.8
★★★★½

81 reviews

🔨

Kitchens & Bathrooms First

850 Industrial Ave #5, Ottawa, ON K1G 4K2, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

81 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, a standard 3-piece bathroom remodel in Ottawa typically costs between $14,000 and $24,000, depending on material quality.

Permit fees are calculated at $12.75 per $1,000 of construction value, with a minimum fee of $117 required by the City of Ottawa.

Homeowners in the Ottawa region can expect to recoup between 75% and 100% of their renovation costs upon resale.

A standard 3-piece renovation usually takes 2 to 3 weeks, while complex luxury master ensuites can take 5 weeks or more.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 8+ 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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