How much does it cost to replace kitchen flooring in Vancouver?
$4,177.76
$1,850.00
For this Vancouver flooring replacement, RenoFiz estimated $4,178 CAD for the mandatory scope, with up to $1,850 CAD in possible additional work if asbestos abatement is required after testing.
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Location
Vancouver, BC
Floor area
Approximately 200 sq. ft.
Existing floor
Sheet vinyl
New floor
Contractor-supplied LVP
Home age
Built in 1980
Finishing
New baseboards and 2 transitions
Where the $4,178 project cost goes
Where the $4,178 project cost goes
See the full cost breakdown for this project.
| Scope item | Labour | Materials | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asbestos Testing | $100.00 | $250.00 | $350.00 |
| Site Protection | $65.00 | $75.00 | $140.00 |
| Appliance Removal | $97.50 | — | $97.50 |
| Baseboard Removal | $97.50 | — | $97.50 |
| Vinyl Flooring Removal | $260.00 | $125.00 | $385.00 |
| Subfloor Preparation | $130.00 | $60.00 | $190.00 |
| LVP Flooring Installation | $520.00 | $1,434.40 | $1,954.40 |
| Baseboard Installation | $260.00 | $310.86 | $570.86 |
| Transition Installation | $65.00 | $100.00 | $165.00 |
| Appliance Reset | $97.50 | — | $97.50 |
| Final Cleanup | $130.00 | — | $130.00 |
| Complete base project cost | $1,822.50 | $2,355.26 | $4,177.76 |
Total Cost
$4,177.76
Possible extra
$1,850.00
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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.
A positive asbestos test
Trigger: Laboratory testing confirms asbestos-containing vinyl flooring or backing.
Qualified professionals, appropriate containment, filtration, and certified disposal would be required. This example identifies approximately $1,850 in possible additional abatement work.
More extensive subfloor work
Trigger: Damage, moisture, significant unevenness, or other conditions are discovered after removal.
Additional repair materials and labour may be required before LVP can be installed. The source example does not assign a price to this unknown condition.
Different flooring or finishing choices
Trigger: The flooring product, material quality, baseboard choice, transition count, or material supplier changes.
Product and finishing decisions change both material cost and installation labour.
Different room conditions
Trigger: The project has a larger area, difficult access, stairs, unusual cuts, more transitions, or strata restrictions.
Those conditions require their own scoped estimate instead of using this example as an average price.
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 would like to replace my flooring
That's a great project. Looking at your photos, it looks like a straightforward flooring replacement for your kitchen and dining area. To give you an accurate estimate, I have a few questions to help define the scope:
Question: What is your postal code (first three characters/FSA)?
Question: What is the approximate square footage of the area where you'd like to replace the flooring?
Question: What type of new flooring are you considering?
- Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP)
- Tile
- Laminate
- Hardwood
Question: Who will be providing the new flooring material?
- I will provide the flooring
- I want the contractor to provide the flooring
Question: Would you like to replace the baseboards with new ones, or try to remove and reinstall the existing wood ones?
- Install new baseboards
- Remove and reinstall existing baseboards
Question: Do you know roughly what year the home was built?
What is your postal code (first three characters/FSA)?: V5K
What is the approximate square footage of the area where you'd like to replace the flooring?: 200sqft
What type of new flooring are you considering?: Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP)
Who will be providing the new flooring material?: I want the contractor to provide the flooring
Would you like to replace the baseboards with new ones, or try to remove and reinstall the existing wood ones?: Install new baseboards
Do you know roughly what year the home was built?: 1980
Thank you for those details. Since your home was built in 1980 and you have vinyl flooring, there is one critical step we need to address before we can finalize the plan.
In British Columbia, any home built before 1990 requires asbestos testing before disturbing materials like sheet vinyl or its backing, as they often contained asbestos.
I have two questions to help refine the scope and the process:
Question: Would you like the existing vinyl flooring removed, or should the new LVP be installed directly over it?
- Remove existing vinyl (requires asbestos testing)
- Install new LVP over existing vinyl (no testing required if undisturbed)
Question: Are there any specific transitions needed where the new flooring meets other rooms (e.g., to carpet, tile, or hardwood)?
Would you like the existing vinyl flooring removed, or should the new LVP be installed directly over it?: Remove existing vinyl (requires asbestos testing)
Are there any specific transitions needed where the new flooring meets other rooms (e.g., to carpet, tile, or hardwood)?: yes
Understood. Since we are removing the existing vinyl in a 1980s home, we'll need to include the asbestos testing step in the estimate to ensure everything is handled safely and legally.
Just two more quick questions to wrap this up:
Question: Do you already have a hazardous materials (asbestos) survey or test report for the flooring?
- No, I need testing
- Yes, and it was negative (no asbestos)
- Yes, and it was positive (asbestos present)
Question: How many transitions are needed, and what materials are we meeting (e.g., 2 transitions to carpet, 1 to hardwood)?
Do you already have a hazardous materials (asbestos) survey or test report for the flooring?: No, I need testing
How many transitions are needed, and what materials are we meeting (e.g., 2 transitions to carpet, 1 to hardwood)?: 2
I have everything I need to put together the estimate, with just one last check on the materials:
Question: I've estimated about 60 linear feet of baseboards for this area. Does that sound correct, or do you have a more precise measurement?
- 60 feet sounds about right
- I'll measure and provide the exact length
- Estimate from the photos
I've estimated about 60 linear feet of baseboards for this area. Does that sound correct, or do you have a more precise measurement?: 60 feet sounds about right
I'm almost ready with your estimate. Just one last detail to confirm regarding the property type:
Question: Is this a single-family home, or is it a condo/strata property?
- Single-family home
- Condo/ Strata property
Is this a single-family home, or is it a condo/strata property?: Single-family home
Here's the estimate.
Work Summary
This project involves the removal of existing sheet vinyl and the installation of 200 square feet of new Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring in a 1980s home. The scope includes mandatory asbestos testing, subfloor preparation, and the installation of new baseboards and transitions. Appliances will be moved and reset to ensure a continuous flooring surface throughout the area.
Cost Estimate Breakdown
| # | Title | Description | Labour | Material | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | Asbestos Testing | PREP: Collect bulk samples of the existing vinyl flooring and backing, submit them to a qualified laboratory, and obtain the test results. | $100 | $250 | $350 |
| 1.2 | Site Protection | PREP: Supply and install floor protection (Ram Board or similar) and dust barriers to protect adjacent living areas. | $65 | $75 | $140 |
| 1.3 | Appliance Removal | PREP: Disconnect and move refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher to allow for full flooring coverage. | $98 | $0 | $98 |
| 1.4 | Baseboard Removal | DEMO: Carefully remove existing baseboards and dispose of debris. | $98 | $0 | $98 |
| 1.5 | Vinyl Flooring Removal | DEMO: Remove existing sheet vinyl flooring and underlayment. Includes loading and disposal fees. | $260 | $125 | $385 |
| 1.6 | Subfloor Preparation | PREP: Inspect subfloor, scrape residues, and apply floor patch/leveler to ensure a flat surface for LVP installation. | $130 | $60 | $190 |
| 1.7 | LVP Flooring Installation | INSTALL: Lay new Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring throughout the designated 200 sqft area. | $520 | $1,434 | $1,954 |
| 1.8 | Baseboard Installation | INSTALL: Supply and install new baseboards and shoe molding. Includes mitering corners and fastening. | $260 | $311 | $571 |
| 1.9 | Transition Installation | INSTALL: Supply and install transition strips at two doorway locations to match new flooring. | $65 | $100 | $165 |
| 1.10 | Appliance Reset | INSTALL: Reset and reconnect refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher. Verify level and leak-free operation. | $98 | $0 | $98 |
| 1.11 | Final Cleanup | CLEANUP: Final vacuuming of work area, removal of all project-related debris, and site demobilization. | $130 | $0 | $130 |
Cost Summary
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Materials | $2,355 |
| Labour | $1,823 |
| Mandatory Scope Total | $4,178 |
Potential Additional Items
| # | Description | Trade | Est. Cost | On-Site Trigger |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA-01 | Hazardous material abatement for asbestos-containing vinyl flooring and backing. Includes containment, HEPA filtration, and certified disposal. | Asbestos Abatement Contractor | $1,850 | Positive asbestos test result from laboratory analysis. |
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