Quick Answer

Kitchen Renovation Cost in Ottawa (2026)

Average cost in Ottawa

$57,797avg

$18,000 — $150,000

$175 — $450 per sq ft

+6.8% YoY
8 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Ottawa-Gatineau

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Cabinetry & Hardware

Stock to custom options

$6,300 — $52,500

35%

Labor & Installation

Skilled trades and project management

$5,400 — $45,000

30%

Appliances

Standard to professional grade

$2,160 — $18,000

12%

Countertops

Quartz, granite, or laminate

$1,800 — $15,000

10%

Plumbing & Electrical

Fixtures and layout modifications

$1,440 — $12,000

8%

Flooring & Backsplash

Tile, hardwood, or vinyl

$900 — $7,500

5%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $7,514 tax$65,311

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

$35,000

$28,000 — $42,000

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

$54,117

Today

$57,797

Kitchen Renovation in Ottawa is 6.8% compared to roughly a year ago — about $3,680 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 Ottawa

Verified providers
🔨

Capital Homes

116 Albert St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5G3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

112 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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Copperstone Kitchens & Renovations

211 Colonnade Rd, Ottawa, ON K2E 7K3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

74 reviews

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Magnolia Design & Build

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

4.8
★★★★½

125 reviews

🔨

Ee Renovations

2215 Audrey Ave, Ottawa, ON K1G 1L3, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

46 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

Yes, if you are making structural changes, moving plumbing, or altering electrical systems. A City of Ottawa building permit typically costs between $500 and $1,500 depending on the project's total construction value.

Stock cabinets start around $3,000, while semi-custom options range from $6,000 to $20,000. Fully custom cabinetry for a standard Ottawa kitchen often exceeds $35,000, with some luxury installs reaching $80,000+.

Most mid-range renovations in the Ottawa area take 6 to 10 weeks. Larger projects involving structural wall removals or custom-ordered materials can extend to 12 to 16 weeks.

Homeowners in the Ottawa real estate market typically see a return on investment (ROI) of 65% to 80%, making it one of the highest-value home improvements for resale.

📊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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