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After having published hundreds of articles on our home renovation blog, we have gathered all the information pertaining to prices in order to create a document that will be useful during renovation projects. These prices are for information purposes only and may vary according to several factors.
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Clarification: all the prices cited in this document are here for information purposes only and are subject to modifications and variations depending on several factors. These numbers originate from our searches done for articles and therefore stem from a wide variety of sources.
Interior renovations
Air conditioning and heating
The prices of different heating and air conditioning projects
AIR CONDITIONING
| Type of renovation | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Horizontal window air conditioner |
Between $120 and $360 |
|
Vertical window air conditioner |
Starting at $400 for a 450 sq. ft. surface (10 000 BTU) |
|
Mobile air conditioner |
On average $480 for a 450 sq. ft. surface (10 000 BTU) |
|
Central A/C (bi-block) |
Starting at $3,000 (depending on the tonnage and energy efficiency) |
|
Central A/C system |
Starting at $4,800 (depending on the tonnage and energy efficiency) |
|
Heat pump |
Starting at $4,800 (depending on the tonnage and energy efficiency) |
|
Ceiling air conditioning system |
Starting at $7,800 |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: The cost of air conditioners
HEATING SYSTEMS
| Type of heating system | Average price |
|---|---|
| Natural gas heating system | $4,800 to $7,200 |
| Geothermal system | $24,000 to $48,000 |
| Heat pump | $4,800 to $8,400 |
| Electric furnace | $2,400 to 3,600 |
| Propane heating | $4,800 to $7,200 |
| Oil heating | $2,400 to $3,600 |
|
40000 BTU pellet stove: |
Between $2,000 and $4,500 |
|
Buying and installing a solar-powered water heater: |
Approximately $13,200 |
|
Installing a condensing boiler) : |
Between $4,200 and $14,400 |
|
Installation price for a pellet stove and its tubes: |
Approximately $1,800 |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: The costs of air conditioners
Humidifier
The prices of different types of humidifiers
| Type of humidifier | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Central |
Between $720 and $2,400 |
|
Cold vapour |
Between $30 and $60 |
|
Hot vapour |
Between $60 and $120 |
|
Ultrasound |
Between $72 and $240 |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Comment résoudre un problème d’air sec (article not translated yet)
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Kitchen
The prices of different kitchen renovation projects
KITCHEN COUNTERS
| Type of project or material | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Making and installing a concrete countertop |
$72 to $240/square foot |
|
Laminate countertop |
$5 to $30/square foot |
|
Melamine countertop |
approximately $18/square foot |
|
Polymer panels |
starting at $30/square foot |
|
Slate countertop |
$60 to $230/square foot |
|
Granite countertop |
$48 to $180/square foot |
|
Marble countertop |
$48 to $240/square foot |
|
Quartz countertop |
$36 to $144/square foot |
|
Stainless steel countertop |
$72 to $144/square foot |
|
Wooden countertop |
$12 to $110/square foot |
|
Tile countertop |
$0.60 to $36/square foot |
|
Synthetic material countertop (Corian, etc.) |
$60 to $180/square foot |
|
Recycled material countertop |
$60 to $120/square foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Price guide: kitchen countertops
KITCHEN SINK
| Type of sink or accessory | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Stainless steel sink |
Starting at $96 |
|
Ceramic sink |
Starting at $120 |
|
Resin sink |
Starting at $90 |
|
Stone sink |
Starting at $120 |
|
Plumbing parts |
Starting at $42 |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: How to choose your kitchen sink
CUPBOARDS AND DRAWERS
| Type of element | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Cupboards (per cabinet and door) |
Prices vary depending on the type of material, custom-made or store-bought and several other factors. Here are a few examples of prices for models bought in stores: Basic top cabinet: $180 to $240 per unit Basic lower cabinet: $240 to $300 per unit Kitchen island: $300 to $900 |
|
Drawers |
Starting at $36 each |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Kitchen floors (see the flooring section)
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Electricity and lighting
The prices of different electricity and lighting renovation projects
| Type of electricity or lighting renovation | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Renovation of a 100A electrical system (panel that is already up to code) |
Approximately $840 to $1,440 |
|
Renovation of a 100A electrical system (panel that is not up to code) |
Approximately $1,560 to $2,160 |
|
Renovation of a 200A electrical system |
Approximately $2,160 to $3,000 |
|
Installation of an auxiliary electrical system |
Approximately $360 to $720 |
|
Installing a new electrical panel |
Approximately $600 to $960 |
|
Installation of a 120V electrical circuit |
Approximately $360 to $600 |
|
Installation of a 240V electrical circuit |
Approximately $420 to $660 |
|
Adding a classical socket |
Approximately $240 to $300 |
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Bathroom
The prices of different bathroom renovation projects
BATHTUB, SHOWER AND PLUMBING
| Type of element or material | Average price |
|---|---|
|
New bathtub |
(without installation) $240 for a low-end bathtub |
|
New shower |
(without installation) $240 for a low-end shower cabin |
|
New toilet |
(without installation) $100 to 180 for a low-end toilet |
|
New bathroom sink |
(without installation) $36$-$72 for a standard drop-in sink |
|
New faucet for a sink |
(without installation) $40 to $60 for a low-end faucet |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Price guide: bathroom renovation project
BATHROOM VANITY COUNTERTOP
| Bathroom vanity countertop | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Laminate countertop |
$6 to $30/square foot |
|
Granite countertop |
between $48 and $180/square foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
(see other countertop materials in the Kitchen section)
Bathroom floor : (see the flooring section)
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Mouldings
The prices of different moulding renovation projects
| Types of mouldings | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Hardwood mouldings |
Approximately $5/square foot |
|
Pine mouldings |
$6/linear foot |
|
Cedar mouldings |
$9/linear foot |
|
Exotic wood mouldings (e.g.. walnut) : |
$24/linear foot |
|
Plaster mouldings: |
$2/linear foot |
|
MDF mouldings: |
$6/linear foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
(Source: Crown Moulding: Everything You Need to Know)
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Basement
The prices of different basement renovation projects
| Type of basement renovation project | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Setting up an unfinished basement |
Approximately $90/square foot |
|
Demolishing a finished basement |
$1,500 to $4,000 |
|
Excavating the basement to increase the size of your house (with underpinning) |
Between $60,000 and $100,000 |
|
Building a wine cellar |
Approximately $5,000 to $7,000 |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: RenoQuotes.com Guide to Basement Remodeling, The costs to remodel your basement
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Ceilings
Buying a suspended ceiling (excluding installation): $3,50 to $6 per square foot
Ventilation
The prices of different ventilation renovation projects
Installing a bathroom fan: $360 to $600
Cleaning the ventilation ducts: $360 to $720
Source: What to Consider When Choosing a Bathroom Fan
Plumbing
The prices of different plumbing renovation projects
| Type of plumbing renovation project | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Replacing the pipework |
Approximately $180 to $240/linear foot |
|
Installing a water heater |
Approximately $400 to $600 |
|
Replacing a toilet |
At least $300 |
|
Replacing a sink: |
Approximately $200 to $300 |
|
Replacing a kitchen sink |
Approximately $300 to $400 |
|
Replacing a bathtub |
Approximately $1,500 |
|
Renovating the plumbing of a full bathroom |
At least $5,000 |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: How much do plumbing renovations cost?
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Others
Central vacuum cleaner
Buying a central vacuum cleaner: at least $1,800
Walk-in closet
Setting up a walk-in closet: starting at $1,000
Source: Planning for a master walk-in closet
Structures and extensions
Home addition/extension
The prices of different home extension projects
| Types of projects and home extensions/additions | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Installing an interior wall with a door opening |
Approximately $600 to $1,200 |
|
Turning a roof into a floor |
Approximately $150 to $300/square foot |
|
Extra floors |
See below |
|
Installing collar beams |
Approximately $35 to $60 each |
|
Installing lateral bracing on collar beams |
$120 to $240 and more |
|
Replacing a roof deck |
Approximately $5 to $8/square foot |
|
Lateral extension |
$360 to $480/square foot |
|
Finishing a basement |
Approximately $90/square foot |
|
Adding a room on posts |
Approximately $160 to $185/square foot |
|
Minimum budget for a home extension |
Approximately $72,000 |
Sources: House extension project: what you need to know, The cost for a home extension, The cost of a home extension project
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Adding a floor to a home
The prices related to adding a floor on a home that already exists
| Type of floor addition project | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Total price of the work : |
Approximately $120,000 to $240,000 |
|
Floor with bedrooms |
Approximately $180 to $240/square foot |
| Floor with a full apartment | Approximately $180 to $240/square foot |
Source: Ce qu'il faut savoir sur l'ajout d'un étage à sa maison (article in French only for now)
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
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Deck and balcony
The prices of different patio and balcony projects
BALCONIES
| Balcony materials and elements | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Natural wood balcony floor |
$8 to $27/square foot |
|
Treated wood balcony floor |
$11 to $22/square foot |
|
Plastic/composite balcony floor |
$8 to $34/square foot |
|
Fibreglass balcony |
Approximately $18/square foot |
Source: RenoQuotes.com Balcony Price Guide
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
DECKS
| Type of project or deck material | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Treated wood deck (materials only) |
Approximately $6.50 to $9/square foot |
|
Treated wood deck (installation) |
Approximately $60 to $70/square foot |
|
Western red cedar deck (materials only) |
Approximately $4,50/square foot |
|
Western red cedar deck (installation) |
Approximately $42/square foot |
|
Ipe wood deck (materials only) |
Approximately $12 to $14,50/square foot |
|
Teck deck (materials only) |
Approximately $12 to $14,50/square foot |
|
Pressure-treated wood deck (with installation) |
Approximately $36 to $48/square foot |
|
Torrefied wood deck (materials) |
Approximately $6 to $12/square foot |
|
Torrefied wood deck (installation) |
Approximately $60 to $70/square foot |
|
Paved stone deck (materials) |
Approximately $4,50 to $11/square foot |
|
Paved stone deck (installation) |
Approximately $18 to $30/square foot |
|
Fibreglass deck |
Approximately $18/square foot |
Garages
Building a detached garage (single or double): $15,600 to $28,800
Gazebo
The average prices of different gazebo projects
|
Type of project or gazebo material |
Average price |
|
9 square foot wood gazebo |
Between $1,800 and $3,000 |
|
Polycarbonate gazebo |
Between $2,520 and $4,320 |
|
Custom made |
Between $6,000 and $13,200 |
|
Basic gazebo, sold as a kit |
Around $600 |
Sheds
The prices of different shed projects
| Type of project or shed material | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Average price of a shed (without electricity and without labour fees) |
Between $960 and $4,800 |
|
Price for wooden walls and floors |
$600 to $4,800 ($12 to $48/square foot) |
|
Price for metal walls and floors |
$600 to $2,400 ($9 to $36/square foot) |
|
Price for resin walls and floors |
$720 to $7,200 ($14 to $54/square foot) |
Source: RenoQuotes.com Price Guide: Sheds
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Sunroom
The prices of different sunroom projects
| Type of sunroom | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Glass sunroom with no heating |
Approximately $7,800 |
|
Polymer sunroom with heating |
Approximately $4,800 |
|
Sunroom-veranda with heating |
Approximately $5,400 |
|
Full sunroom |
Generally between $10,000 and $80,000 |
Source: Tout savoir sur la transformation de votre terrasse en solarium (article in French only for now)
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Porch/Veranda
The prices of different porch/veranda projects
| Type of porch | Average price |
|---|---|
|
PVC porch/veranda: |
Approximately $1,320 to $1,740/square meter |
|
Aluminum porch/veranda: |
Approximately $1,560 to $1,920/square meter |
|
Lower-end wooden porch/veranda: |
Approximately $1,380/square meter |
|
High-end wooden porch/veranda: |
Approximately $2,640/square meter |
|
Steel or wrought iron porch/veranda: |
Between $3,480 and $4,320/square meter |
Source: How much does it cost to build a porch
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
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Exterior renovations
Landscaping
The prices of different landscaping projects
POOL
| Type of project or pool | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Average price of an above-ground pool |
$3,600 |
|
Basic price of a semi-inground pool |
$12,000 |
|
Average price of an inground pool |
$35,000 to $46,000 |
|
Annual maintenance of an inground pool |
Approximately $850 |
Source: Installing a pool and setting up your backyard
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
FENCES
| Type of fence | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Frost fence |
Approximately $14,50 to $25 per linear foot |
|
Aluminum fence |
Approximately $42 to $120 per linear foot |
|
Ornamental iron fence |
Approximately $36 to $66 per linear foot |
|
PVC fence |
Approximately $60 per linear foot |
|
Wooden fence |
Approximately $30,50 to $60 per linear foot |
Source: The cost of a brand-new fence
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
RETAINING WALL
| Type of retaining wall project | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Building a retaining wall (materials only) |
$12 to $18/square foot |
|
Building a retaining wall (labour) |
$35 to $60/square foot |
|
50-foot long / 2-foot high retaining wall |
Approximately $4,200 |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Construire un muret de soutènement (article in French only for now)
Paving, asphalt and paver stones
The prices of different paving and asphalting projects
| Type of paving, asphalting or paver stone project | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Price of an asphalt driveway (without excavation) |
Approximately $3,50 to $12/square foot |
|
Price of a concrete driveway (without excavation) |
Approximately $8,50 to $18/square foot |
|
Price of paver stone driveway (without excavation) |
Approximately $14,50 to $24/square foot |
|
Gravel driveway (materials) |
Approximately $35/square meter |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Réaliser une entrée de cour en gravier (article in French only for now), Cost of paving a driveway: asphalt, paver stones and cement
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Sewers and septic tank
Connecting to the municipal sewer system: at least $3,000
Source: La planification d’un budget pour un projet d’autoconstruction (article in French only for now),
Foundations and French drain
The prices of different foundation projects
FRENCH DRAIN
| Type of French drain project | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Installing a French drain (with excavation) |
Approximately $8,400 to $14,400 ($180 to $360 per linear foot) |
|
Replacing a French drain and waterproofing foundations |
Add $105 to $120 per linear foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Comment installer un drain français ? (article in French only for now),
UNDERPINNING A HOUSE
| Types of underpinning projects | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Costs related to underpinning the corner of a house |
Starting at $6,000 |
|
Adding foundations and underpinning a house |
Approximately $360/square foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Reprendre une maison en sous-œuvre: que faut-il savoir? (article in French only for now)
WATERPROOFING
Waterproofing foundation walls: between $180 and $360/linear foot
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Exterior staircases
Basic tools and materials for a small wrought iron staircase repair: $10 to 150$
Source: How to fix your wrought iron staircase
Elevator
Minimum price for a residential elevator: starting at $24,400
Source: La construction d’un ascenseur résidentiel pour personne à mobilité réduite (article not translated yet)
Exterior masonry
The prices of different masonry projects
| Type of masonry project | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Repairing a bulging wall |
Approximately $30 to $48/ square foot |
|
Rebricking a wall |
Approximately $24 to $36/ square foot |
|
Redoing masonry joints |
Approximately $14 to $20/ square foot |
|
Average hourly wage of a mason |
$85/hour |
|
Foundation parging (starting from the beginning): |
Approximately $4,80 to $6/square foot |
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Exterior cladding
The prices of different exterior siding projects
CLEANING EXTERIOR CLADDING
| Type of cleaning for exterior cladding | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Buying a gas-fueled pressure washer |
Between $250 and $1,200 |
|
Buying an electric pressure-washer |
Between $100 and $350 |
|
Renting a gas-fueled pressure washer |
Approximately $60/day |
|
Renting an electric pressure-washer |
Approximately $40/day |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: How to use a pressure washer
EXTERIOR CLADDING MATERIALS
| Type of exterior cladding | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Wooden exterior cladding : |
Approximately $6 to $17/square foot |
|
Suretouch exterior cladding (including installation) |
$10 to $12/square foot |
|
Acrylic coating exterior cladding (including installation) |
Approximately $10 to $12/square foot |
|
Vinyl exterior cladding |
Approximately $2,50 to $8/square foot |
|
Aluminum exterior cladding |
Approximately $4,50 to $12/square foot |
|
Fibrocement panels |
Approximately $4 to $10/ square foot |
|
Brick exterior cladding |
Approximately $13 to $55/ square foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Exterior cladding: installation and material prices
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Doors and windows
The prices of different door and window projects
BARN DOOR
| Type of barn door installation accessory | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Aluminum installation kit (without the door) |
$120 to $360 |
|
Stainless steel installation kit (without the door) |
$215 to $480 |
|
Brass installation kit (without the door) |
$240 to $720 |
|
Personalized installation kit (without the door) |
$240 to $2,400 |
|
Material kit including the door |
$1,200 to $4,800 |
|
Light door (only the door) |
$240 to $480 |
|
Door with glass blocks (only the door) |
$360 to $840 |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Barn door How to Install a Barn Door + Cost Guide
FRONT DOOR
| Type of front door | Price range (without installation) |
|---|---|
| Steel front door | $300 to $1,800 |
| Aluminum front door | $1,440 to $2,400 |
| PVC front door | $240 to $1,800 |
| Fibreglass front door | $1,200 to $2,400 |
| Wood front door | $360 to $1,800 |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
INSTALLING A WINDOW
| Type of job | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Retrofit window installation |
140$ per square foot, $240-$780 per window (glass only) |
|
Full-frame installation |
$720-$1,200 per window |
|
Installing storm windows |
$240$-$480 per window (glass only) |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
DIFFERENT TYPES OF WINDOWS
| Type of window | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Double-hung window |
Between $780 and $1,200 |
|
Casement window |
Between $360 and $780 |
|
Awning window |
Between $660 and $960 |
|
Transom window |
Between $540 and $1,080 |
|
Stationary window |
Between $360 and $1,200 |
|
Bay window |
Between $3,120 and $4,200 |
|
Arched window |
Between $480 and $1,440 |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: 7 different window styles to consider for your home
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Roof
The prices of different roofing projects
| Type of roofing material or project | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Building a rooftop terrace : |
Between $18,000 and $36,000 |
|
Asphalt shingle roof |
Approximately $7 to $12/square foot |
|
Aluminum roof |
Approximately $9 to $14/square foot |
|
Prepainted galvanized steel roof |
Approximately $14 to $27/square foot |
|
Copper roof |
Approximately $24 to $36/square foot |
|
Wooden shingle roof |
Approximately $11 to $30/square foot |
|
TPO or EPDM roof |
Approximately $7 to $15/square foot |
|
Gravel roof |
Approximately $7 to $12/square foot |
|
Multilayer asphalt membrane roof |
Approximately $7 to $12/square foot |
|
Green roof (with the cost of the roofing material) |
Approximately $12 to $30/square foot + $9,50 to $14,50/square foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: What to know when building a rooftop terrace in Canada, How much does it cost to renovate a roof
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Soffits and gutters
The prices of different soffit and gutter projects
| Type of soffit or gutter project | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Installing soffits and wood/aluminum fascia |
$8.50 to $14.50/linear foot |
|
Installing vinyl gutters |
$3.50 to $6/linear foot |
|
Installing aluminum gutters |
$4.50 to $11/linear foot |
|
Installing galvanized steel gutters |
$4.50 to $9.50/linear foot |
|
Installing copper gutters |
$18 to $30/linear foot |
|
Professional gutter maintenance |
Varies between $100 and $300 |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Gutter installation cost guide
Cornice
Renovating a cornice can easily cost between $800 and $10,000
Source: How to repair a cornice moulding
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Materials and techniques
Insulation
The prices of different insulation projects
INSULATION MATERIALS
| Type of insulation material | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Expanded polystyrene (EPS) |
Approximately $3/square foot |
|
Extruded polystyrene (XPS) |
Approximately $3.60/square foot |
|
Closed-cell polyurethane spray foam |
Approximately $3/square foot |
|
Polyisocyanurate insulation |
Approximately $1.70/square foot |
|
Ecobill (polystyrene beads) |
Approximately $1.75/square foot |
|
Soy-based polyurethane (1 inch thick) |
Approximately $1.80/square foot |
|
Rockwool |
Approximately $1.20/square foot |
|
Fibreglass |
$1/square foot |
|
Cellular glass |
Approximately $4,20/square foot |
|
Cellulose |
Approximately $1/square foot |
|
Hemp |
Approximately $3/square foot |
|
Straw |
Approximately $3,60/square foot |
|
Cotton |
Approximately $3/square foot |
|
Cork |
Approximately $0.70/square foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: The cost of insulation
OTHER INSULATION PROJECTS
| Type of insulation project | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Insulating an attic and bringing up to code |
Approximately $0.60 to $1.50/square foot |
|
Installing an air barrier (material only) |
Starting at 10 cents/square foot |
|
Installing an air barrier (labour) |
$1 to $3/square foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Comment isoler un grenier : les matériaux et les techniques (article in French only for now),
Soundproofing
The prices of different soundproofing projects
| Type of soundproofing product or material | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Injecting cellulose in a new house |
Approximately $1.25/square foot |
|
Injecting cellulose in a house that has already been built |
Approximately $2.50/square foot |
|
Installing Rockwool (area of 55-88 square feet) |
Approximately $35 to $42 |
|
Installing acoustic panels (surface of 32 square feet) |
$18 to $30/square foot |
|
Acoustic membrane installed on the floors |
Approximately $0.85 to $3/square foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Quelles sont les meilleures techniques d'insonorisation acoustique? (article in French only for now)
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Paint
The prices of different painting projects
| Type of product or paint job | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Paint gallon |
$24 to $72 |
|
A gallon of paint for a kitchen or bathroom |
$35 to $60 |
|
A gallon of recycled paint |
Approximately $15 to $20 |
|
Labour costs (wall) |
Approximately $0.50 to $1/square foot |
| Work done by a professional | Between $35 and $75/per hour |
| Work done by a student painter | Approximately $20/hour |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Kitchen and bathroom paint
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Wallcovering materials
The prices of different wall-covering projects
| Type of wall covering project | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Interior brick wall |
Approximately $7/square foot |
|
Natural stone wall |
Approximately $12/square foot |
|
Decorative stone wall |
Approximately $8/square foot |
|
Imitation stone wall |
Approximately $7/square foot |
|
Concrete wall |
Approximately $14.50/square foot |
|
Wallpaper |
Can vary between $1 and $100/roll |
|
Decorative panels |
Can vary between $24 and $120/panel |
|
Wooden wall panel |
Approximately $1.20 to $15/square foot |
|
Wall tiles (materials only) |
Approximately $1.50 to $8.50/square foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: Interior wall coverings: prices and characteristics, Wall covering inspirations: wall tiles
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Walls
Removing a load-bearing wall: approximately $2,000
Creating an opening in a load-bearing wall: approximately $800 to $1,800
Source: How to create an opening in a load-bearing wall
Floor
The prices of different flooring projects
SANDING A FLOOR
Renting a machine and doing it yourself: approximately $50/day
Giving the job to a professional: approximately $4/square foot
Source: How to sand, repair and varnish a hardwood floor
TYPES OF FLOORING MATERIALS
| Type of project or flooring material | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Installing hardwood floors |
$4.50 to $14.50/square foot |
|
Removing hardwood floors |
Approximately $2.50/square foot |
|
Replacing the subfloor |
Approximately $0.85 to $3/square foot |
|
Restoring a hardwood floor |
Approximately $2.50/square foot |
|
Bamboo floor |
Approximately $6.50 to $8.50/square foot |
|
Laminate floor (material only) |
$1.50 to $4/square foot |
|
Engineered wood floor installation |
$7 to $11/square foot |
|
Vinyl tile floor |
$4.50 to $14.50/square foot |
|
Vinyl sheet floor |
At least $6/square foot |
|
Linoleum floor |
$2,50 and more/square foot |
|
Marmoleum floor (roll) |
Between $2,50 and $6/square foot |
|
Marmoleum floor (roll installation) |
Approximately $17/square yard |
|
Marmoleum floor (tiles) |
Starting at $6/ square foot |
|
Marmoleum floor (tile installation) |
Approximately $0.60 to $1.50/ square foot |
|
Mid- to high-end ceramic tiles |
$2.50 to $8/square foot |
|
Porcelain or slate tiles |
$4 to $7/square foot |
|
Natural stone mosaic |
Approximately $240/box |
|
Cork floor (material) |
$2.50 to $11/square foot |
|
Cork floor (installation) |
Approximately $2/square foot |
|
Installing a heated floor (without materials) |
$12 to $36/ square foot + $240 to $480 for an electrician |
|
Low-end floating floor |
$1.75 to $2.50/square foot |
|
Mid-range floating floor |
$2.50 to $3.50/square foot |
|
High-end floating floor |
$3.50 to $8.50/square foot |
|
Installation of a floating floor by a specialist |
Approximately $1.50 to $3/square foot |
|
Carpet floor (materials) |
Approximately $3.50 to $6/square foot |
|
Concrete floor (installation and materials) |
$11 to $15.50/square foot |
| Wood floor | $4.50 to $12/square foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Sources: Kitchen floor price guide, Different types of ceramics and their features, The different types of floating floors
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Building permits, tests and other authorizations
| Type of permit or certificate | Average price |
|---|---|
|
Location certificate |
Between $600 and $1,500 |
|
Ground analysis test |
Between $900 and $2,500 |
|
Plan completed by a technologist |
Approximately $2/square foot |
These prices are for reference only and are subject to variations depending on several factors
Source: La planification d’un budget pour un projet d’autoconstruction (article in French only for now)
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