Quick Answer

Kitchen Renovation Cost in Saskatoon (2026)

Average cost in Saskatoon

$34,619avg

$15,000 — $75,000

$125 — $325 per sq ft

+4.2% YoY
12 sources
Updated 2 weeks ago
Saskatchewan

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Cabinetry & Hardware

Custom or semi-custom units

$10,500 — $26,000

35%

Labor & Installation

Skilled trades and general labor

$7,000 — $18,500

25%

Appliances

Mid-to-high end packages

$5,000 — $12,000

15%

Countertops

Quartz, granite, or laminate

$3,500 — $9,500

12%

Flooring & Backsplash

Tile, LVP, or hardwood

$2,500 — $6,500

10%

Permits & Design

City fees and blueprints

$500 — $2,500

3%

🧾GST+PST (11%) — Saskatchewan
Base cost + $3,808 tax$38,427

GST+PST at 11%

📋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

$30,275

$24,220 — $36,330

Based on 12 sources and market data for Saskatoon. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$33,223

Today

$34,619

Kitchen Renovation in Saskatoon is 4.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,395 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 Saskatoon

Verified providers
🔨

Sunnyside Construction

1222 Haida Ave, Saskatoon, SK S7M 3W7, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

15 reviews

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SW Developments - Builder and Renovator

3010 Diefenbaker Dr, Saskatoon, SK S7L 7K2, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

13 reviews

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Centennial Kitchen & Bath

2630 Millar Ave #1a, Saskatoon, SK S7K 4C8, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

196 reviews

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Royal Renovators Construction Ltd

211 Thakur St, Saskatoon, SK S7W 0Z9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

29 reviews

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Alpha Innovation

2519 Koyl Ave, Saskatoon, SK S7L 5X8, Canada

4.6
★★★★½

22 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, cosmetic updates like painting or cabinet refacing do not require permits. However, structural changes, moving plumbing, or electrical upgrades require a City of Saskatoon permit, which starts at a minimum fee of $167 plus approximately $10.25 per $1,000 of construction value.

Saskatoon homeowners typically see a return on investment (ROI) between 75% and 100%. Real estate data for 2026 suggests a well-executed kitchen renovation can increase a local property's market value by approximately 15% to 20%.

Saskatoon remains one of the more affordable major markets, with labor rates typically 15% to 25% lower than Toronto or Vancouver. While material costs are subject to national inflation, local contractor rates for a full gut renovation generally range from $175 to $250 per square foot.

Renovating character homes in older areas often involves hidden costs. Upgrading undersized electrical panels or addressing legacy plumbing can add $3,000 to $6,500 to the budget, particularly if coordination with SaskPower or SaskTel is required for service upgrades.

📊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: 2 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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