How much does it cost to renovate a kitchen?

If you’re looking for a ballpark figure, expect to outlay anywhere from $18,000 to $60,000+. Factors that affect the cost of your project include the size of your kitchen, the materials and, yes, your location! Here’s what we typically see customers in Toronto and Montreal paying (not including new appliances).

What Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost in 2024?

Published on January 1, 2021
Revised on July 9, 2024
2 min read

Jason Pagliuca

Verification Coordinator | RenoAssistance

The cost of a kitchen renovation can vary greatly depending on several factors, such as the choice of materials, the size of the room, and the appliances. Below, you’ll find a realistic cost estimate that will help you plan the budget for your new kitchen.

Establish your budget for your kitchen renovation in 2024

A turnkey kitchen renovation involves many elements, which is why its price can vary greatly. Often, the cost is split 60/40 proportion ed between the kitchen designer and the kitchen contractor for design, materials, and labour.

Generally, a turnkey kitchen renovation costs between $19,000 and $60,000+ (labour and cabinets included). This range has been set based on an average observed over time. But the cost of a kitchen has no real upper limit and will vary according to the dimensions, the quality, and the type of materials used. Also, most of the time, the kitchen designer can include the plans for your new kitchen in their fees.

To give you an idea, here’s a table detailing potential prices for a kitchen renovation in 2024, according to the types of materials chosen.

Kitchen	Economic	Resurfacing	Standard custom	Mid-range	High-end	Luxury
Demolition	2400$	1 200$	3 000$	3 000$	3 000$	3 600$
Custom cabinets	s/o	s/o	9 500$	17 000$	20 000$	26 500$
Pre assembled cabinets	7 200$	s/o	s/o	s/o	s/o	s/o
Floor	1 200$	1 200$	2 400$	3 000$	3 600$	4 900$
Counters	1 200$	1 800$	2 400$	5 400$	7 200$	9 000$
Resurfacing	s/o	9 000$	s/o	s/o	s/o	s/o
Electricity + lighting	1 200$	1 200$	2 400$	3 000$	3 600$	4 200$
Plumbing	2 400$	2 400$	2 400$	3 000$	3 000$	3 000$
Backsplash	900$	900$	1 200$	1 800$	2 400$	3 000$
Finishing/painting	1 500$	1 500$	1 550$	1 800$	2 400$	3 000$
Unforeseen events	1 200$	1200$	1 450$	1 800$	2 400$	3 000$
Total	19 000+	23 000+	26 500+	39 500+	48 000+	60 000+

*Please note that the prices are given as an indication. Several factors can influence the total cost of renovations, such as the type of work to be done, the required labour, the materials used, the protective measures, the demolition or relocation costs of structural elements, and unforeseen events.

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Choosing materials for cabinets and countertops is always an important step in a kitchen renovation project. The possibilities are almost unlimited and so are the cost options. It is recommended not to invest more than 10% of the total value of your home in cabinets and countertops so you can easily recover your money should you sell your home.

To help you analyze the different options and determine which one to prioritize based on your budget, read our article on kitchen cabinet materials and prices.

Kitchen renovation resources

It’s important to note that there is always the possibility of kitchen cabinet refacing to reduce costs. There are options for all budgets, so don’t hesitate to ask for advice.

To know everything there is to know about renovating your kitchen, take a look at our complete guide on kitchen remodeling!

Need inspiration and a realistic price idea for your kitchen project? Check out the Kitchen category in our Projects section.

The prices listed in this article are approximate and based on recent renovations of standard-sized kitchens.