Flooring Installation Cost in Toronto (2026)
Average cost in Toronto
$1,963 — $10,457
$3 — $18 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedFlooring boards, tiles, underlayment
45%
Installation, cutting, fitting
40%
Subfloor prep, old floor removal
10%
Adhesives, fasteners, 10% waste factor
5%
HST at 13%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically Includes
- Flooring material
- Underlayment
- Transition strips
- Removal of old flooring
- Subfloor prep
- Installation labor
Typically Excludes
- Custom inlays or patterns
- Radiant heat beneath
- Staircase flooring
- Furniture moving
- Baseboards
Based on 500 sq ft of laminate or LVP flooring.
🧮Estimate Your Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
$2,640 — $3,960
Based on 7 sources and market data for Toronto. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
🏢Top Flooring Contractors in Toronto
Verified providersTORONTONIAN FLOORING
37 Stoffel Dr Unit 9-10, Etobicoke, ON M9W 6A8, Canada
209 reviews
Zelta Floor & Design
1315 Lawrence Ave E Unit 403, North York, ON M3A 3R3, Canada
102 reviews
TipTop Flooring Inc.
17 Lascelles Blvd, Toronto, ON M4V 2B9, Canada
122 reviews
Toronto Flooring Solutions
679 The Queensway, Etobicoke, ON M8Y 1K8, Canada
137 reviews
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💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
In Toronto, hardwood installation typically costs between $10 and $18 per square foot for both materials and labor, depending on the wood species and complexity. A 1,000 sq. ft. space averages $10,000 to $18,000.
Laminate and sheet vinyl are the most budget-friendly options. Laminate materials and labor range from $2.50 to $8.00 per square foot, while vinyl ranges from $2.00 to $7.00 per square foot.
Labor rates vary by material, but generally range from $1.50 to $4.00 per square foot for laminate and vinyl, and $4.00 to $10.00 per square foot for hardwood and tile.
Yes, subfloor preparation and leveling can cost $0.50 to $4.00 per square foot, and removing old flooring typically adds $0.70 to $2.50 per square foot.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 7+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.