Data Report · 2026
Renovation Cost Report 2026
Typical renovation prices by project type, plus a regional cost index across every province. Built from NeedReno estimator data and refreshed for 2026.
$25,000
Typical full kitchen
40pts
Priciest vs cheapest province
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Project types tracked
Methodology:
Costs blend per-square-foot ranges by project type with a finish-quality multiplier and a regional cost index. Figures are planning estimates for a standard finish; real quotes give exact local pricing.
Typical costs by project type
Standard finish, national average. Sorted by typical project cost.
| Project | Typical size | Cost / sq ft | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Addition | 400 sq ft project | $200–$375 | $80,000–$150,000 |
| Basement Finishing | 700 sq ft project | $35–$65 | $24,500–$45,500 |
| Full Kitchen Renovation | 200 sq ft project | $75–$175 | $15,000–$35,000 |
| Full Bathroom Renovation | 100 sq ft project | $80–$200 | $8,000–$20,000 |
| Window Replacement | per 10 windows | $700–$1,800 | $7,000–$18,000 |
| Roof Replacement | 1,800 sq ft project | $5–$9 | $8,100–$16,200 |
| Flooring Installation | 500 sq ft project | $8–$24 | $4,000–$12,000 |
| Interior Painting | 1,500 sq ft project | $2–$4 | $2,250–$6,000 |
Cost index by province
100 = national average. The benchmark column shows a typical full kitchen renovation adjusted for each province.
Most expensive
British Columbia (125)
~25% above average · $31,250 typical kitchen
Most affordable
New Brunswick (85)
15% below average · $21,250 typical kitchen
| Province | Cost index | Typical kitchen |
|---|---|---|
| British Columbia |
|
$31,250 |
| Ontario |
|
$28,750 |
| Alberta |
|
$27,500 |
| Quebec |
|
$23,750 |
| Manitoba |
|
$22,500 |
| Saskatchewan |
|
$22,500 |
| Nova Scotia |
|
$21,250 |
| New Brunswick |
|
$21,250 |
How finish quality changes the price
The same project can cost very differently depending on materials and finish level.
×0.7
Budget
$17,500 kitchen
×1
Standard
$25,000 kitchen
×1.5
Premium
$37,500 kitchen
×2.5
Luxury
$62,500 kitchen
Frequently asked questions
It depends on the project and finish level. A full kitchen renovation typically runs from $2,250 to $150,000 for a standard project, while smaller jobs like painting or flooring cost far less. See the tables above for typical ranges by project type, then get free quotes for exact local pricing.
British Columbia currently has the highest renovation costs, about 25% above the national average. Costs are driven by labour rates, permit fees and material logistics.
Figures come from the NeedReno renovation estimator, which blends per-square-foot cost ranges by project type, a finish-quality multiplier, and a regional cost index. They are planning estimates, real quotes from local contractors give you exact pricing.
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