How much does a full kitchen renovation cost in Vancouver?
$18,893.16
$800.00
For this Vancouver townhouse kitchen renovation, RenoFiz estimated $18,893 CAD for the mandatory scope (range $15,100-$22,700), with up to $800 CAD in possible additional work if subfloor rot or damaged drywall is discovered during demolition.
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Location
Vancouver, BC (FSA V5K)
Property type
Townhouse, built 1990 or later
Cabinets
Contractor-supplied stock cabinets
Countertops
Quartz with 4-inch backsplash
Owner-supplied
Appliances, flooring, sink, faucet, central light
Permits
Electrical and plumbing trade permits
Where the $18,893 project cost goes
Where the $18,893 project cost goes
See the full cost breakdown for this project.
| Scope item | Labour | Materials | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strata Renovation Application & Coordination | $200.00 | — | $200.00 |
| Site Protection and Setup | $150.00 | — | $150.00 |
| Project Management and Trade Coordination | $500.00 | — | $500.00 |
| Multi-Trade Permit Coordination | $150.00 | — | $150.00 |
| Permit Fee Allowance | — | $425.00 | $425.00 |
| Plumbing Disconnects (Sink, Faucet, Dishwasher) | $108.75 | — | $108.75 |
| Replace Under-Sink Shutoff Valves | $72.50 | $67.78 | $140.28 |
| Supply New Braided Water Supply Lines | — | $34.98 | $34.98 |
| Electrical Disconnects | $135.00 | — | $135.00 |
| Kitchen Cabinet, Countertop, and Flooring Demolition | $625.00 | — | $625.00 |
| Construction Waste Bin and Cleanup | $200.00 | $475.00 | $675.00 |
| Prep and Install Owner-Supplied Flooring | $162.50 | — | $162.50 |
| Supply Stock Base Cabinets | — | $3,200.00 | $3,200.00 |
| Supply Stock Upper Cabinets | — | $2,880.00 | $2,880.00 |
| Supply Stock Tall Oven Cabinet | — | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Supply Basic Cabinet Hardware | — | $200.00 | $200.00 |
| Cabinet Installation | $1,224.00 | — | $1,224.00 |
| Supply Quartz Countertop and Backsplash | — | $4,323.00 | $4,323.00 |
| Install Quartz Countertop and Backsplash | $450.00 | — | $450.00 |
| Install Owner-Supplied Undermount Sink and Faucet | $459.65 | — | $459.65 |
| Reconnect Dishwasher and Under-Sink Drainage | $145.00 | $56.40 | $201.40 |
| Supply PVC P-trap Kit | — | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| Plumbing Permit Administration & Inspections | $326.25 | — | $326.25 |
| Install Owner-Supplied Oven and Cooktop | $270.00 | — | $270.00 |
| Install Owner-Supplied Range Hood and Ceiling Light | $303.75 | — | $303.75 |
| Upgrade Countertop Outlets to GFCI | $101.25 | $90.00 | $191.25 |
| Electrical Permit Administration & Inspections | $303.75 | — | $303.75 |
| Prep and Paint Kitchen Walls and Ceiling | $450.00 | $135.00 | $585.00 |
| Supply Ceiling Paint | — | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| Install and Paint Baseboards | $80.00 | $22.40 | $102.40 |
| Supply Trim/Baseboard Paint | — | $11.20 | $11.20 |
| Complete base project cost | $6,417.40 | $12,475.76 | $18,893.16 |
Total Cost
$18,893.16
Possible extra
$800.00
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Things to know for your project
Things to know for your project
Conditions, constraints, and on-site decisions that shape the final project cost.
Subfloor rot or water damage
Trigger: Subfloor rot or water damage is found after the old flooring is peeled up during demolition.
A flooring specialist repairs the damaged subfloor before the new flooring goes down, estimated at $350-$550.
Heavily damaged drywall behind cabinets
Trigger: Deep drywall damage or mold is discovered behind the existing cabinetry once it is removed.
A general contractor patches, blocks, and repairs the damaged drywall, estimated at $275-$425.
Different cabinet, counter, or appliance choices
Trigger: You choose custom or semi-custom cabinets, a different countertop material, or have the contractor supply the appliances instead of owner-supplying them.
Material and labour costs shift from this stock-cabinet, owner-supplied-appliance baseline and the scope needs a fresh estimate.
Different room size or strata requirements
Trigger: Your kitchen is larger or smaller than this U-shaped layout, the layout changes, or your strata requires additional coordination, insurance, or permit handling.
Cabinet, countertop, flooring, and coordination quantities change, so the project needs its own estimate rather than this one as an average.
The real conversation behind this estimate
The real conversation behind this estimate
This is the how RenoFiz gathered the facts and turned a simple request into a scoped estimate.
I need a cost for a full renovation of this kitchen
Hi there! I'm Chris, and I'll be walking this kitchen renovation project with you. Looking at your photo, I see a classic, cozy kitchen with flat-panel oak-veneer cabinets, white laminate countertops, and white appliances—including a built-in wall oven and a top-freezer refrigerator. There is some unique character here, like the curtains under the sink area instead of cabinet doors, and the painted drywall backsplash. To give you an accurate, reliable estimate, we want to walk this job just like I would if I were standing in your kitchen with a clipboard. Based on a "full renovation," I've put together a comprehensive list of the scope items we'll be tackling. To make sure nothing gets missed, we will walk through them one by one in order of trade complexity (biggest and most complex first):
- Cabinets & Layout (re-configuring or replacing uppers and lowers, adjusting cabinet lines)
- Appliances (integrating new kitchen appliances and running services like water or dedicated circuits)
- Countertops, Sink & Faucet (demolition of laminate, templating/installing new stone or laminate, and under-sink plumbing)
- Flooring (removing old flooring, prepping the subfloor, and laying down new material)
- Tile Backsplash (adding a tile splash on the bare drywall walls)
- Electrical & Lighting (updating outlets to code-required GFCI, replacing the main light, or adding under-cabinet LED runs)
- Walls & Paint (finishing, patching, and painting any disturbed drywall)
Before we dive into the first section (Cabinets & Layout), I need to get some foundational details about your home to make sure we are accounting for local permit rules, building codes, and safety requirements. Please take a moment to answer these quick questions:
Question: What is your postal code?
Question: Are we planning a full replacement of all the items shown, including cabinets, countertops, flooring, appliances, lighting, and adding a tile backsplash?
- Yes, replace everything shown
- Replace most items, keeping some
- I have a custom list of what to change
Photos that would help
If you have any other angles of the kitchen—especially showing where the cooktop or range is, the floor transition
to other rooms, or a wider view of the layout—feel free to upload them below!
What is your postal code?: V5K
Are we planning a full replacement of all the items shown, including cabinets, countertops, flooring, appliances, lighting, and adding a tile backsplash?: Yes, replace everything shown
What is the approximate age of your home, and what is the property type?: Townhouse (Built 1990 or newer)
Do you have approximate measurements for the cabinet/countertop runs, or would you like me to estimate them from the photo?: Please estimate the dimensions from the photo
Thank you! Since your townhouse was built in 1990 or newer, we don't need to worry about any mandatory pre-1990 hazardous materials testing (like asbestos or lead), which is great news and helps keep the project timeline clean.
Based on the photo and a standard layout depth of 25", I've gone ahead and estimated your kitchen's dimensions for our baseline quantities:
- Base (Lower) Cabinets: ~16 linear feet (including the corners)
- Upper Cabinets: ~18 linear feet (including uppers above the fridge and oven)
- Tall Oven Cabinet: 1 unit (~2.5 feet wide)
- Countertops: ~34 square feet
- Flooring: ~50 square feet (estimated walkable area)
- Backsplash Tile: ~24 square feet (assuming standard 18" height above the countertops)
To kick off our traversal, we are focusing on our most complex items: Cabinets and Appliances. Let's refine the specifications and decisions for these pieces:
Question: What grade/quality of cabinets are you considering?
- Standard stock cabinets (budget-friendly, fixed sizes)
- Mid-range semi-custom (great balance of cost and design choices)
- Premium custom cabinets (fully tailored to the space, maximum options)
Question: Who will be procuring the cabinets and hardware?
- Owner-supplied: I will purchase them directly from a retailer/manufacturer, and you handle installation
- Contractor-supplied: I want you to source and supply standard or mid-range cabinet lines for me
Question: Are you planning to keep the current layout exactly the same, including the wall oven on the right and sink in the middle, but adding standard cabinet doors under the sink to replace the curtains?
- Yes, keep the exact same layout (with standard cabinet doors under the sink)
- Change the layout slightly (e.g., move appliances or change cabinet runs)
- I want to design a completely new layout
Question: Let's enumerate your appliances. Which of the following are we replacing: Fridge, Wall Oven, Cooktop (where is it located?), Dishwasher (is there one?), and Range Hood/OTR Microwave? Who will supply them?
- Owner-supplied: Replacing fridge, wall oven, cooktop, and dishwasher (if applicable)
- Owner-supplied: Replacing fridge and wall oven only (no cooktop/dishwasher)
- I have a different appliance list/ I want to keep some existing ones
Photos that would help If you have any close-up photos of the under-sink plumbing, the electrical connections for the wall oven, or where the cooktop is located, those would be incredibly helpful as we refine our scope!
What grade/quality of cabinets are you considering?: Standard stock cabinets (budget-friendly, fixed sizes)
Who will be procuring the cabinets and hardware?: Contractor-supplied: I want you to source and supply standard or mid-range cabinet lines for me
Are you planning to keep the current layout exactly the same, including the wall oven on the right and sink in the middle, but adding standard cabinet doors under the sink to replace the curtains?: Yes, keep the exact same layout (with standard cabinet doors under the sink)
Let's enumerate your appliances. Which of the following are we replacing: Fridge, Wall Oven, Cooktop (where is it located?), Dishwasher (is there one?), and Range Hood/OTR Microwave? Who will supply them?: Owner-supplied: Replacing fridge, wall oven, cooktop, and dishwasher (if applicable)
Anything Else? (Optional): Backsplash should be 4" height not full height from countertop to upper cabinets
Got it! We will keep the exact layout, with standard wood stock cabinets (which we will supply) replacing the existing ones, and standard cabinet doors under the sink to give it a clean, finished look instead of the current curtains. Your appliances (fridge, wall oven, cooktop, and dishwasher) will be owner-supplied.
You also noted that the backsplash should be 4" in height, rather than a full-height tile backsplash.
To lock in our specs for the next few items—Countertops, Flooring, and Lighting/Electrical—please answer these quick questions:
Question: What material are you considering for your new countertops?
- Laminate (budget-friendly, highly durable)
- Quartz (premium engineered stone, seamless, very popular)
- Granite (natural stone, unique patterns)
Question: Is the 4" height backsplash going to be a matching strip of the countertop material, or are you planning a 4" tall tile backsplash?
- Matching strip of the countertop material (e.g. 4" quartz or laminate lip)
- 4" tall tile backsplash (requires a tile setter)
Question: For the sink and faucet: Are you planning a drop-in sink or an undermount sink, and who will supply them?
- Owner-supplied: drop-in sink and faucet (works with all countertop materials)
- Owner-supplied: undermount sink and faucet (requires quartz/granite countertops)
- Contractor-supplied: standard drop-in sink and faucet
Question: For the flooring: What material would you like to install, and who will supply it?
- Owner-supplied Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP)/ Laminate (highly recommended for kitchens)
- Contractor-supplied Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP)/ Laminate
- Tile flooring (ceramic or porcelain - requires tile subfloor prep)
Question: For the lighting: Are we replacing the central ceiling light with a new fixture in the same spot, or would you like to add recessed pot lights? Who will supply the new light fixtures?
- Owner-supplied central fixture replacement (simple swap)
- Add recessed pot lights (typically 4-6 pot lights, requires electrical rough-in)
- Owner-supplied central fixture + under-cabinet LED tape lights
What material are you considering for your new countertops?: Quartz (premium engineered stone, seamless, very popular)
Is the 4" height backsplash going to be a matching strip of the countertop material, or are you planning a 4" tall tile backsplash?: Matching strip of the countertop material (e.g. 4" quartz or laminate lip)
For the sink and faucet: Are you planning a drop-in sink or an undermount sink, and who will supply them?: Owner-supplied: undermount sink and faucet (requires quartz/granite countertops)
For the flooring: What material would you like to install, and who will supply it?: Owner-supplied Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) / Laminate (highly recommended for kitchens)
For the lighting: Are we replacing the central ceiling light with a new fixture in the same spot, or would you like to add recessed pot lights? Who will supply the new light fixtures?: Owner-supplied central fixture replacement (simple swap)
This is coming together beautifully! We have our cabinet specifications down (standard wood stock cabinets, supplied by us), and your selections for countertops (quartz with a matching 4" quartz splash) and flooring (owner-supplied LVP) are locked in. You'll also supply your own undermount sink and faucet, which we will professionally install.
To make sure we have all the infrastructure and safety requirements lined up for our trades (electrician, plumber, and gas fitter if needed), I have a couple of quick technical questions:
Question: Is your cooktop and wall oven electric or gas?
- Both are electric
- Cooktop is gas, wall oven is electric
- Both are gas
Question: Is there a range hood or over-the-range (OTR) microwave being replaced above the cooktop, and does it vent to the outside?
- Yes, replacing a standard range hood that vents to the outside
- Yes, replacing an OTR microwave/hood that vents to the outside
- Yes, but it is recirculating (no exterior ducting)
- No range hood/ OTR microwave in this scope
Question: Since your townhouse is about 30 years old, the under-sink water shutoff valves and supply lines are likely original. Should we replace them with new, reliable quarter-turn shutoffs and braided supplies?
- Yes, replace the shutoff valves and supply lines (highly recommended)
- No, reuse the existing valves
Question: Does your townhouse strata require a formal renovation approval, security deposit, or proof of contractor insurance (COI)?
- Yes, strata approval and COI are required
- No, strata approval is not required
- I'm not sure, but please include basic strata coordination to be safe
Is your cooktop and wall oven electric or gas?: Both are electric
Is there a range hood or over-the-range (OTR) microwave being replaced above the cooktop, and does it vent to the outside?: Yes, replacing a standard range hood that vents to the outside
Since your townhouse is about 30 years old, the under-sink water shutoff valves and supply lines are likely original. Should we replace them with new, reliable quarter-turn shutoffs and braided supplies?: Yes, replace the shutoff valves and supply lines (highly recommended)
Does your townhouse strata require a formal renovation approval, security deposit, or proof of contractor insurance (COI)?: Yes, strata approval and COI are required
Your project estimate
Project summary
Full kitchen renovation in a post-1990 Vancouver townhouse. Features contractor-supplied standard stock cabinetry and quartz countertops with a matching 4-inch splash, with all electric appliances, flooring, sink, faucet, and central light being owner-supplied. Strata approval and COI are required; plumbing and electrical permits will be pulled by the executing trades.
Estimate range
$15,100 - $22,700 This is a starting ballpark, not a final price.
Estimated work
| Item | Details | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Strata Renovation Application & Coordination | COORDINATE strata renovation application, paperwork, and COI submission with building management. | $150 - $250 |
| Site Protection and Setup | PREP and install protection in common areas, hallways, and townhouse interior. | $100 - $200 |
| Project Management and Trade Coordination | MANAGE trade sequencing, scheduling, logistics, and site operations for the kitchen remodel. | $400 - $600 |
| Multi-Trade Permit Coordination | COORDINATE and sequence multi-trade electrical and plumbing permits. | $100 - $200 |
| Permit Fee Allowance | SUPPLY permit fees for municipal building and trade permits. | $325 - $525 |
| Plumbing Disconnects (Sink, Faucet, Dishwasher) | DISCONNECT kitchen sink plumbing, drainage, faucet, and dishwasher. | $75 - $150 |
| Replace Under-Sink Shutoff Valves | SUPPLY and INSTALL_LABOR new quarter-turn shutoff valves under the kitchen sink. | $100 - $175 |
| Supply New Braided Water Supply Lines | SUPPLY braided water lines. | $25 - $45 |
| Electrical Disconnects | DISCONNECT electric cooktop, wall oven, range hood, and central light fixture. | $100 - $175 |
| Kitchen Cabinet, Countertop, and Flooring Demolition | DEMO and remove existing kitchen cabinetry, countertops, and floor coverings. | $500 - $750 |
| Construction Waste Bin and Cleanup | SUPPLY waste bin and PREP site for final cleanup. | $500 - $850 |
| Prep and Install Owner-Supplied Flooring | PREP subfloor and INSTALL_LABOR owner-supplied LVP or laminate flooring. | $125 - $200 |
| Supply Stock Base Cabinets | SUPPLY stock base cabinets. | $2,500 - $3,900 |
| Supply Stock Upper Cabinets | SUPPLY stock upper cabinets. | $2,300 - $3,500 |
| Supply Stock Tall Oven Cabinet | SUPPLY stock tall oven cabinet box. | $400 - $600 |
| Supply Basic Cabinet Hardware | SUPPLY cabinet pulls and knobs. | $150 - $250 |
| Cabinet Installation | INSTALL_LABOR stock base, upper, and tall oven cabinets. | $950 - $1,500 |
| Supply Quartz Countertop and Backsplash | SUPPLY quartz countertop slabs and matching 4 inch backsplashes. | $3,400 - $5,200 |
| Install Quartz Countertop and Backsplash | INSTALL_LABOR quartz countertops, backsplashes, and undermount cutout. | $350 - $550 |
| Install Owner-Supplied Undermount Sink and Faucet | INSTALL_LABOR owner-supplied undermount sink and kitchen faucet. | $350 - $575 |
| Supply Owner-Supplied Faucet | SUPPLY owner-supplied faucet. | $0 - $0 |
| Reconnect Dishwasher and Under-Sink Drainage | RECONNECT dishwasher, basket strainer, and trap drainage. | $150 - $250 |
| Supply PVC P-trap Kit | SUPPLY PVC P-trap kit. | $12 - $18 |
| Plumbing Permit Administration & Inspections | COORDINATE plumbing permit application and booking inspections. | $250 - $400 |
| Install Owner-Supplied Oven and Cooktop | INSTALL_LABOR owner-supplied electric wall oven and electric cooktop. | $200 - $325 |
| Supply Owner-Supplied Cooktop | SUPPLY owner-supplied cooktop. | $0 - $0 |
| Supply Owner-Supplied Range Hood | SUPPLY owner-supplied range hood. | $0 - $0 |
| Install Owner-Supplied Range Hood and Ceiling Light | INSTALL_LABOR owner-supplied range hood and ceiling light fixture. | $225 - $375 |
| Upgrade Countertop Outlets to GFCI | INSTALL_LABOR new GFCI protected outlets on the countertops. | $150 - $250 |
| Electrical Permit Administration & Inspections | COORDINATE electrical permit application and booking inspections. | $225 - $375 |
| Prep and Paint Kitchen Walls and Ceiling | PREP, patch, and paint kitchen walls and ceiling. | $450 - $750 |
| Supply Ceiling Paint | SUPPLY ceiling paint. | $30 - $50 |
| Install and Paint Baseboards | INSTALL_LABOR and paint MDF baseboards. | $75 - $125 |
| Supply Trim/Baseboard Paint | SUPPLY baseboard and trim paint. | $8 - $14 |
Cost summary
| Category | Range |
|---|---|
| Materials | $9,900 - $15,000 |
| Labour | $5,100 - $7,800 |
| Total | $15,100 - $22,700 |
What is included
- Protect flooring, common hallways, and non-work areas from dust/debris. Coordinate strata paperwork, elevator protection, and COI as required.
- Disconnect sink plumbing, drain, dishwasher, and replace deteriorated water shutoff valves and supply lines under the sink.
- Disconnect electric cooktop, built-in electric wall oven, range hood, and central light fixture.
- Demolish and remove existing upper cabinets, base cabinets, tall oven cabinet, laminate countertops, and flooring. Haul away debris.
- Prepare subfloor and install owner-supplied Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) / Laminate flooring.
- Rough-in and install new contractor-supplied standard wood stock base cabinets, upper cabinets, and tall wall-oven cabinet, including door/drawer fronts and hinges under the sink.
- Template and install new quartz countertops with undermount sink cutout and the matching 4" quartz backsplash strip along the rear and side edges.
- Install owner-supplied undermount sink, faucet, and reconnect drainage, dishwasher, and water supply lines under the sink.
- Install owner-supplied electric wall oven, electric cooktop, and standard range hood (vented to outside). Replace central ceiling light fixture and upgrade countertop outlets to GFCI-protected units.
- Prep, patch, prime, and paint kitchen walls, ceiling, and trim. Install new baseboards matching the new flooring.
Permits or inspections
| Item | Why it may be needed |
|---|---|
| Electrical trade permit | Required for appliance disconnects/reconnects, central light replacement, range hood electrical work, and kitchen countertop GFCI receptacle upgrades. |
| Plumbing trade permit | Required for disconnecting and reconnecting the undermount sink, faucet, dishwasher, and replacing under-sink shutoff valves. |
Possible add-ons
These items are not included in the estimate range above. They may change after an on-site review.
| Item | Trade | Possible range | What would confirm it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repair water damage or rot on the subfloor if discovered after peeling up old flooring. | Flooring Specialist | $350 - $550 | Subfloor rot or water damage found after flooring demolition |
| Patch, block, and repair heavily damaged drywall discovered behind existing cabinetry during demolition. | General Contractor | $275 - $425 | Deep drywall damage or mold discovered upon old cabinet removal |
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