Renovation Cost
guide by room
What a renovation really costs, room by room and work by work — so you budget without surprises.
Budgeting a renovation
A renovation is priced room by room and line by line: kitchens and bathrooms cost the most, painting and tiling are priced per square meter.
Always keep a 10–20% contingency for surprises — cracks, wiring, plumbing — and get 2–3 detailed quotes.
Average cost by room
Indicative ranges for a standard renovation (2026).
| Room | Budget | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | $15,000 | $20,000 | $30,000+ |
| Bathroom | $8,000 | $12,000 | $20,000+ |
| Living room | $2,000 | $4,000 | $8,000+ |
| Bedroom | $1,500 | $3,000 | $5,000+ |
| Hallway | $1,500 | $2,500 | $4,000+ |
| Home office | $2,000 | $4,000 | $6,000+ |
| Basement | $15,000 | $25,000 | $50,000+ |
| Full house | $40,000 | $70,000 | $100,000+ |
Cost by work type
Price per m² or per point, labor included.
| Work | Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Interior painting | $25 – 60 | / m² |
| Wallpaper install | $10 – 25 | / m² |
| Laminate flooring | $10 – 20 | / m² |
| Hardwood flooring | $25 – 50 | / m² |
| Tile install | $20 – 60 | / m² |
| Drywall (install + finish) | $15 – 25 | / m² |
| Electrical (per point) | $100 – 250 | / point |
| Plumbing (per fixture) | $500 – 2,000 | / fixture |
| Kitchen cabinets (refacing) | $3,000 – 8,000 | / kitchen |
| Bathroom vanity install | $800 – 2,500 | / unit |
Tips to control the budget
Get 2–3 detailed quotes and compare like for like — not just the total price.
Keep a 10–20% contingency for surprises hidden behind walls and floors.
Prioritize: kitchens and bathrooms return the most at resale.
DIY painting and demolition; leave electrical, plumbing and gas to the pros.
Buying materials yourself can cut costs, but check the quote conditions.
Renovation FAQ
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Indicative ranges, variable by region and finishes. Get local quotes.
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