<- [Back to Examples Index](/llm/examples.md) # How much does a full kitchen renovation cost in Vancouver? ### Real Vancouver kitchen renovation estimate A full kitchen renovation in a Vancouver townhouse was estimated at **$18,893 CAD** for the mandatory scope (range $15,100-$22,700). This estimate covers strata coordination and site protection, multi-trade permit coordination, plumbing and electrical disconnects, full demolition of the existing cabinets, laminate countertops, and flooring with waste haulage, owner-supplied flooring installation, contractor-supplied standard stock base, upper, and tall oven cabinets with installation, new quartz countertops with a matching 4-inch quartz backsplash, reconnection of the owner-supplied undermount sink, faucet, dishwasher, and new under-sink shutoff valves and supply lines, installation of the owner-supplied electric oven, cooktop, range hood, and central ceiling light with GFCI countertop outlet upgrades, and prep, paint, and new baseboards. The appliances, flooring, sink, faucet, and central light are owner-supplied; the cabinets, quartz counters, and small connection parts are contractor-supplied. Two possible additions were kept separate from the mandatory scope: subfloor rot repair and heavily damaged drywall repair, each triggered only if conditions are discovered during demolition. --- ## Key Project Facts | Fact | Details | | :--- | :--- | | **Location** | Vancouver, BC (FSA V5K) | | **Property type** | Townhouse, built 1990 or later | | **Cabinets** | Contractor-supplied standard stock cabinets | | **Countertops** | Quartz with matching 4-inch backsplash | | **Owner-supplied** | Appliances, flooring, sink, faucet, central light | | **Permits** | Electrical and plumbing trade permits | | **Estimated project cost** | $18,893 CAD | | **Possible Additions** | Subfloor rot or drywall repair | --- ## Project Phases ### 1. Mobilization, strata coordination, and permits - **Includes:** Strata renovation application and coordination, site protection of flooring, common hallways, and non-work areas, project management and trade coordination, multi-trade permit coordination, and a permit fee allowance. - **Why this phase matters:** This townhouse renovation requires strata approval and a certificate of insurance, and the electrical and plumbing scope triggers trade permits that the general contractor coordinates across trades. ### 2. Disconnects and demolition - **Includes:** Plumbing disconnects of the sink, faucet, and dishwasher with replacement of deteriorated under-sink shutoff valves and supply lines, electrical disconnects of the cooktop, wall oven, range hood, and central light, and demolition and removal of the existing upper, base, and tall oven cabinets, laminate countertops, and flooring, plus a construction waste bin, cleanup, and debris haulage. - **Why this phase matters:** The kitchen must be fully cleared and safely disconnected before new flooring, cabinets, and counters can be installed. ### 3. Flooring and cabinet supply and installation - **Includes:** Subfloor prep and installation of the owner-supplied Luxury Vinyl Plank or laminate flooring, supply of contractor-supplied standard stock base, upper, and tall oven cabinets with basic hardware, and cabinet installation, including replacing the under-sink curtains with standard wood cabinet doors. - **Why this phase matters:** Cabinet supply is the largest single material cost in the project, and flooring is installed before cabinets so the new floor runs under the cabinet bases. ### 4. Quartz countertops and plumbing reconnection - **Includes:** Templating and installing the new quartz countertops with an undermount sink cutout and the matching 4-inch quartz backsplash strip, installing the owner-supplied undermount sink and faucet, reconnecting the dishwasher and under-sink drainage, supplying a new PVC P-trap kit, and plumbing permit administration and inspections. - **Why this phase matters:** Quartz is templated to the installed cabinets, so it follows cabinet installation, and the plumbing must be reconnected and inspected under the permit. ### 5. Electrical installation and permit - **Includes:** Installing the owner-supplied electric wall oven, cooktop, and range hood vented to the outside, replacing the central ceiling light fixture, upgrading the countertop outlets to GFCI-protected units, and electrical permit administration and inspections. - **Why this phase matters:** Appliance and lighting reconnection plus the GFCI countertop receptacle upgrade are code-driven and inspected under the electrical permit. ### 6. Paint and baseboards - **Includes:** Prepping, patching, priming, and painting the kitchen walls, ceiling, and trim, supplying ceiling and trim paint, and installing and painting new baseboards matching the new flooring. - **Why this phase matters:** Paint and new baseboards finish the renovated kitchen and tie the new flooring into the walls. --- ## Cost Breakdown | Phase | Labour Cost | Material Cost | Total Cost | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Mobilization, strata coordination, and permits** | $1,000.00 CAD | $425.00 CAD | $1,425.00 CAD | | **Disconnects and demolition** | $1,141.25 CAD | $577.76 CAD | $1,719.01 CAD | | **Flooring and cabinet supply and installation** | $1,386.50 CAD | $6,780.00 CAD | $8,166.50 CAD | | **Quartz countertops and plumbing reconnection** | $1,380.90 CAD | $4,394.40 CAD | $5,775.30 CAD | | **Electrical installation and permit** | $978.75 CAD | $90.00 CAD | $1,068.75 CAD | | **Paint and baseboards** | $530.00 CAD | $208.60 CAD | $738.60 CAD | | **Total estimated project cost** | **$6,417.40 CAD** | **$12,475.76 CAD** | **$18,893.16 CAD** | *Note: The mandatory scope totals $18,893.16 CAD, combining $6,417.40 in labour and $12,475.76 in contractor-supplied materials. Materials are the main driver because the contractor supplies the stock cabinets ($6,780) and quartz countertops and backsplash ($4,323), while the appliances, flooring, sink, faucet, and central light are owner-supplied. Phase totals group the source line items into logical buckets.* --- ## Possible Price Changes - **Subfloor rot or water damage:** 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. This example keeps that separate from the mandatory scope at approximately **$350-$550 CAD**. - **Heavily damaged drywall behind cabinets:** 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. This example keeps that separate from the mandatory scope at approximately **$275-$425 CAD**. - **Different scope or site conditions:** The homeowner chooses custom or semi-custom cabinets, a different countertop material, contractor-supplied appliances, a different kitchen size or layout, or the strata requires additional coordination or permit handling. The scope would need a fresh estimate instead of using this project as an average or final price. --- ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Is $18,893 the average cost of a full kitchen renovation in Vancouver? No. It is the estimate RenoFiz produced for this specific Vancouver townhouse kitchen with contractor-supplied stock cabinets and quartz counters and owner-supplied appliances and flooring. Another home can have different cabinets, materials, layout, appliances, and strata and permit handling. ### What was included in this estimate? The mandatory scope included strata coordination and site protection, multi-trade permit coordination, plumbing and electrical disconnects, demolition and waste haulage, owner-supplied flooring installation, contractor-supplied stock cabinet supply and installation, quartz countertops and backsplash, sink, faucet, dishwasher, and shutoff valve reconnection, owner-supplied appliance, range hood, and light installation with GFCI outlet upgrades, and paint and new baseboards. ### What was not included in the $18,893 mandatory scope? The estimate kept two possible additions separate: subfloor rot repair ($350-$550) and heavily damaged drywall repair ($275-$425), totalling up to $800 CAD. These apply only if the on-site conditions trigger them during demolition. The appliances, flooring, sink, faucet, and central light are owner-supplied and not part of the material estimate. ### Does this page confirm current Vancouver permit rules or fees? No. The source estimate identifies electrical and plumbing trade permits for this renovation and shows the permit fee as an allowance. Verify current requirements, fees, and authority details with the authority having jurisdiction before booking work. ### What does a professional still confirm before the work is booked? A general contractor and the plumbing and electrical trades confirm the cabinet and countertop measurements, the owner-supplied appliances and fixtures, the subfloor and drywall condition, the strata and permit handling, the final scope, schedule, and price before booking. --- ## Get a Custom Estimate for Your Project Your kitchen renovation will have its own scope and cost. 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