Quick Answer

Bathroom Renovation Cost in Vancouver (2026)

Average cost in Vancouver

$30,091avg

$12,000 – $85,000

$350 – $750 per sq ft

In Vancouver, the average is $30,091 and most projects cost between $12,000 and $85,000, or about $350 – $750 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 8 sources.

+5.2% YoY
8 sources
Updated 3 weeks ago
Metro Vancouver

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor & Installation

Licensed trades and general labor

$12,600 – $34,000

40%

Materials & Fixtures

Tile, vanity, tub, and hardware

$11,025 – $29,750

35%

Plumbing & Electrical

Rough-in and fixture connections

$4,725 – $12,750

15%

Permits & Design

City fees and architectural plans

$1,575 – $4,250

5%

Disposal & Contingency

Waste removal and unexpected repairs

$1,575 – $4,250

5%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — British Columbia
Base cost + $3,611 tax$33,702

GST+PST at 12%

📋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 project

Live
sq ft
Quality Level
Fixture Quality
Tile Type

Your estimate in Vancouver

$30,091

Likely range $13,541 – $66,200

  • Labor & Installation40%$12,036
  • Materials & Fixtures35%$10,532
  • Plumbing & Electrical15%$4,514
  • Permits & Design5%$1,505
  • Disposal & Contingency5%$1,505

Budget

$21,240

Mid-Range

$30,091

High-End

$47,791

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Calibrated to 8 researched sources for Vancouver. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$28,603

Today

$30,091

Bathroom Renovation in Vancouver is ↑ 5.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,487 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 Vancouver

Verified providers
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GRAND RENOVATIONS AND CONSTRUCTION

601 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E6, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

89 reviews

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Whittemore Home Renovations Of Vancouver

1333 W Broadway #382, Vancouver, BC V6H 4C1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

47 reviews

🔨

Heilman Renovations

173 Forester St #105, North Vancouver, BC V7H 0A6, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

285 reviews

🔨

JDI Construction

1419 Broadway St, Vancouver, WA 98663, USA

4.9
★★★★½

207 reviews

🔨

Level One Construction

1314 Graveley St, Vancouver, BC V5L 3A2, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

76 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

For a typical mid-range renovation, the City of Vancouver charges between $900 and $1,300 in permit fees. Projects involving structural changes or heritage designations can see these fees exceed $2,500.

Yes, condo renovations typically start at $25,000. This is due to strict strata rules, limited work hours (typically 9am-5pm), and the added complexity of working with concrete slabs and shared plumbing stacks.

Labor costs in Metro Vancouver are currently 20% to 40% higher than the Canadian national average. In 2026, licensed plumbers and electricians in the region are charging between $100 and $200 per hour.

Absolutely. Homes built before 1990 (especially pre-1980) require a 15-20% contingency budget for potential asbestos abatement and mold remediation, which are common issues found during demolition in the local climate.

📊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 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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