This bathroom renovation cost calculator estimates the cost of a turnkey bathroom renovation (low, typical and high, before tax), based on area, range and options. Reference case, data reviewed in November 2026: a 60 sq ft mid-range bathroom with a tiled shower costs about $25,500 before tax in Quebec ($19,000 to $33,500), $28,000 before tax in Ontario ($21,000 to $37,000), $31,500 before tax in British Columbia ($23,500 to $42,000), and $27,500 before tax in Alberta ($20,500 to $36,500), with the plumbing kept in place. Prices currently cover: Quebec, Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta. The detailed budget is emailed to you as a PDF.
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Typical costs by province (before tax)
| Range (60 sq ft, plumbing in place) | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quebec: Targeted refresh (no heavy demolition) | $6,500 | $9,500 | $13,500 |
| Quebec: Full renovation, economy | $13,500 | $18,500 | $24,000 |
| Quebec: Full renovation, mid-range (tiled shower) | $19,000 | $25,500 | $33,500 |
| Quebec: Full renovation, high end / custom | $29,500 | $39,000 | $52,000 |
| Quebec: Freestanding tub (option) | $1,800 | $2,700 | $4,200 |
| Quebec: Electric heated floor (option) | $1,200 | $1,750 | $2,600 |
| Quebec: Moving the plumbing (option) | $2,500 | $4,500 | $7,800 |
| Ontario: Targeted refresh (cosmetic updates) | $7,000 | $10,000 | $14,500 |
| Ontario: Full renovation, builder grade / standard | $14,500 | $20,000 | $26,500 |
| Ontario: Full renovation, mid-range (tiled shower & quartz) | $21,000 | $28,000 | $37,000 |
| Ontario: Full renovation, premium / custom ensuite | $32,000 | $43,000 | $58,000 |
| Ontario: Freestanding tub (option) | $2,000 | $2,900 | $4,500 |
| Ontario: Electric heated floor (option) | $1,300 | $1,900 | $2,800 |
| Ontario: Moving the plumbing (option) | $2,800 | $4,800 | $8,200 |
| British Columbia: Targeted refresh (no heavy demolition) | $8,000 | $11,500 | $16,500 |
| British Columbia: Full renovation, economy | $16,000 | $22,500 | $30,000 |
| British Columbia: Full renovation, mid-range (tiled shower) | $23,500 | $31,500 | $42,000 |
| British Columbia: Full renovation, high end / custom | $35,000 | $48,000 | $66,000 |
| British Columbia: Freestanding bathtub (option) | $2,200 | $3,200 | $4,900 |
| British Columbia: Electric heated floor (option) | $1,400 | $2,100 | $3,100 |
| British Columbia: Moving the plumbing (option) | $3,000 | $5,200 | $8,800 |
| Alberta: Targeted refresh (no heavy demolition) | $6,200 | $8,500 | $10,600 |
| Alberta: Full renovation, economy | $12,800 | $17,500 | $21,500 |
| Alberta: Mid-range (tiled shower, quartz vanity) | $20,500 | $27,500 | $36,500 |
| Alberta: High-end custom | $24,500 | $34,000 | $48,000 |
| Alberta: Freestanding tub (option) | $2,050 | $3,000 | $4,600 |
| Alberta: Electric heated floor (option) | $1,300 | $1,950 | $2,900 |
| Alberta: Moving the plumbing (option) | $2,800 | $4,800 | $8,200 |
Before tax, November 2026. Rates cross-checked across verified bathroom renovation specialists and contractor pricing databases in Quebec and Ontario. Taxes are applied separately based on province (14.975% GST + QST in Quebec, 13% HST in Ontario, 5% GST in British Columbia — 7% PST on materials is paid by the contractor and embedded in installed prices, and 5% GST only in Alberta with no PST).
What is included and what is not
Included
- Demolition and debris removal (by scope)
- Shower waterproofing membrane system
- Fixtures: shower or tub-shower, vanity, toilet, faucets
- Tile, moisture-resistant drywall and paint
- Standard plumbing and electrical (GFCI protection) at existing locations, exhaust fan
- Coordination by a licensed general contractor
- Options selected (freestanding tub, heated floor, plumbing relocation)
Not included
- Major joist or structural framing repair
- Replacing a cast-iron or lead stack over several floors
- Asbestos removal, opening a load-bearing wall
- Municipal permit fees (often $120 to $300 when required)
- Contingency reserve (plan 10% to 15%) and taxes
How the bathroom renovation cost calculator calculates your estimate
The model starts from a turnkey base calibrated for a standard 60 sq ft bathroom for each range in your province, adjusts it for the difference in area (30 to 160 sq ft) and adds the options selected. In Quebec, a 60 sq ft mid-range renovation averages $19,000 to $33,500 (typical $25,500); in Ontario, it averages $21,000 to $37,000 (typical $28,000); in British Columbia, it averages $23,500 to $42,000 (typical $31,500).
Amounts are before tax and rounded ($50 below $10,000, $100 above). The calculator also shows the typical amount with applicable sales tax (14.975% GST + QST in Quebec, 13% HST in Ontario, 5% GST in British Columbia, 5% GST only in Alberta). Items marked as RénoClair assumptions are listed as such in the PDF.
Rebates and financial aid
There is no provincial energy subsidy for purely cosmetic bathroom renovations. Accessibility adaptations (curbless roll-in showers, grab bars, accessible vanities) qualify for the federal Home Accessibility Tax Credit (15% on up to $20,000, saving up to $3,000) for seniors 65+ and disability tax credit holders. In Ontario, provincial senior accessibility tax credits may provide additional support. In Quebec, the independent-living tax credit for seniors 70+ and the SHQ Home Adaptation Program apply.
Permits, licences and rules
- Alberta (Safety Codes Act, Condos & OHS): Relocating drains or installing electric heated floors requires municipal Safety Codes plumbing and electrical permits in Calgary and Edmonton, completed by Red Seal / AIT-certified trades. Condo boards require prior written approval. Contractors taking deposits require a Prepaid Contracting Business Licence, and direct home contracts include a 10-day cooling-off period.
- British Columbia (Technical Safety BC, Strata & Municipalities): A municipal plumbing permit is required in Vancouver (VBBL), Surrey, Burnaby, Richmond and Victoria when drain lines or supply pipes are relocated. In strata and condominium buildings, strata council written approval and building water shut-off coordination are mandatory. Electrical work (lighting, GFCI outlets, in-floor heating) must be performed under permit by an FSR-certified electrical contractor registered with Technical Safety BC. Direct sales contracts signed at home include a mandatory 10-day cooling-off cancellation period without penalty under the BPCPA.
- Ontario (OBC, ESA & WSIB): A municipal plumbing permit is required when moving drains, stacks, or water supply lines. Electrical work (lighting, GFCI outlets, heated floors, exhaust fan) must be performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor (LEC) registered with the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA). Verify your contractor carries active WSIB clearance and at least $2M in liability insurance. Under Consumer Protection Ontario, direct contracts concluded at home include a mandatory 10-day cooling-off cancellation period.
- Quebec (RBQ): Plumbing must be performed by a master pipe mechanic member of the CMMTQ (RBQ licence 15.5) and electrical work by a CMEQ master electrician (RBQ licence 16). Outlets within 1.5 m of water need GFCI protection, shower floors require continuous waterproof membrane, and fans must vent outdoors.
Which provinces are covered?
Prices currently cover: Quebec, Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta (with province-specific rates, 14.975% GST + QST in Quebec, 13% HST in Ontario, 5% GST in British Columbia, 5% GST only in Alberta, and provincial trade licensing standards).
Limitations
This is a planning estimate, not a quote. It does not see the condition of your home, regional price differences or hidden problems; only a written quote after a visit gives the price of your work. The result cannot be printed from the page: the detailed budget is sent to you as a PDF by email, after you enter your address and give your consent.
Sources, review date and data version
- Data reviewed in November 2026; next review planned for February 2027.
- Price sources: published contractor prices in Quebec and Ontario, actual published quotes and retail prices collected in stores, cross-checked across several independent domains. Official sources: Canada Revenue Agency, Ontario Ministry of Finance, BC Ministry of Finance, Government of Quebec, Régie du bâtiment du Québec, Ontario Building Code, BC Building Code, Technical Safety BC, and municipal websites.
- Full method: Sources and methodology.
- French version: Calculateur prix salle de bain au Québec : estimez votre budget.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a bathroom renovation cost?
In Quebec, a full mid-range 60 sq ft renovation with a tiled shower typically costs about $19,000 to $33,500 before tax ($25,500 typical); in Ontario, it costs about $21,000 to $37,000 ($28,000 typical).
What does a cosmetic refresh cost?
A cosmetic update (new vanity, toilet, faucets, paint and flooring without heavy demolition) runs about $6,500 to $13,500 in Quebec ($9,500 typical) and $7,000 to $14,500 in Ontario ($10,000 typical).
How much does moving plumbing add?
Relocating toilets, drains or water stacks typically adds $2,500 to $7,800 in Quebec and $2,800 to $8,200 in Ontario.
Do I need a permit for a bathroom renovation?
Replacing fixtures in existing locations usually does not require a permit. However, moving plumbing lines, moving walls, or modifying electrical systems requires municipal permits and trade inspections (ESA in Ontario).
How do I get the budget as a PDF?
Calculate your budget, then enter your email and check the consent box in the form under the result: the detailed PDF is sent by email. The result cannot be printed directly from the page.
When are prices updated?
Prices were reviewed in November 2026. The next review is planned for February 2027; the data version is shown on the page and in the PDF.
Which provinces does the calculator cover?
Currently Quebec and Ontario. The calculator includes province-specific pricing, local sales tax (14.975% GST+QST in Quebec, 13% HST in Ontario) and local regulations.