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2024 Home Renovation Price Guide

2024 Home Renovation Price Guide

Exterior renovations2024 Home Renovation Price Guide

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

Prix climatisation_price air conditioning

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)

Kitchen

The prices of different kitchen renovation projects

Prix rénovation cuisine_kitchen renovation price

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 unitBasic lower cabinet: $240 to $300 per unitKitchen 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)

** TRY OUR KITCHEN RENOVATION COST CALCULATOR TO GET A GENERAL IDEA OF HOW MUCH YOUR PROJECT WILL COST**

Electricity and lighting

The prices of different electricity and lighting renovation projects

Éclairage et luminaires prix_prices electricity and lighting

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

Bathroom

The prices of different bathroom renovation projects

prix rénovation salle de bain_price bathroom renovation

BATHTUB, SHOWER AND PLUMBING

Type of element or material
Average price
New bathtub
(without installation)$240 for a low-end bathtub $480 to $720 for a standard bathtub $1,800 and more for a high-end bathtub $1,440 to $5,760 for a hot tub$360 to $2,040 for an alcove bathtub$840 to $2,040 for a bath/shower combo $840 to $4,645 for a freestanding bathtub
New shower
(without installation)$240 for a low-end shower cabin $360 to $600 for a standard shower cabin $960 to $1,800 for a high-end shower cabinSimple shower door: starting at $275Sliding shower door: starting at $600
New toilet
(without installation)$100 to 180 for a low-end toilet  $300 to $420 for a standard toilet $480 to $660 for a high-end toilet 
New bathroom sink
(without installation)$36$-$72 for a standard drop-in sink $60 to $240 for a round or square vessel sink $90 to $300 for a high-end drop-in sink $120 to $400 for a pedestal sink 
New faucet for a sink
(without installation)$40 to $60 for a low-end faucet $70 to $150 for a standard faucet $144 to $480 for a high-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)

** TRY OUR BATHROOM RENOVATION COST CALCULATOR TO GET A GENERAL IDEA OF HOW MUCH YOUR PROJECT WILL COST**

Mouldings

The prices of different moulding renovation projects

Prix moulures_moulding prices

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)

Basement

The prices of different basement renovation projects

Prix rénovation sous-sol_basement renovation price

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

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

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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?

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

prix agrandissement de maison_price home extension

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

Prix ajout étage maison_price adding floor on home

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

** TRY OUR HOME ADDITION RENOVATION COST CALCULATOR TO GET A GENERAL IDEA OF HOW MUCH YOUR PROJECT WILL COST**

Deck and balcony 

The prices of different patio and balcony projects

Prix rénovation balcon_balcony renovation price

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

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

prix cabanon_shed renovation price

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

prix solarium_sunroom price

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

Exterior renovations

Landscaping

The prices of different landscaping projects

Prix aménagement paysager_landscaping price

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

Prix pavage entrée_driveway paving price

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

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

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

Prix maçonnerie_masonry price

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

Exterior cladding 

The prices of different exterior siding projects

Prix revêtement extérieur_exterior siding price

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

Doors and windows

The prices of different door and window projects

Prix portes et fenêtres_price doors and windows

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

** TRY OUR WINDOW RENOVATION COST CALCULATOR TO GET A GENERAL IDEA OF HOW MUCH YOUR PROJECT WILL COST**

Roof

The prices of different roofing projects

Prix toiture_roof renovation

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

** TRY OUR ROOF RENOVATION COST CALCULATOR TO GET A GENERAL IDEA OF HOW MUCH YOUR PROJECT WILL COST**

Soffits and gutters

The prices of different soffit and gutter projects

Prix gouttières_gutter prices

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

Materials and techniques

Insulation

The prices of different insulation projects

prix isolation_insulation prices

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

prix insonorisation_soundproofing prices

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)

Paint

The prices of different painting projects

Prix peinture_paint price

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

** TRY OUR PAINT PROJECT COST CALCULATOR TO GET A GENERAL IDEA OF HOW MUCH YOUR PROJECT WILL COST**

Wallcovering materials

The prices of different wall-covering projects

prix revêtement mural_wall covering materials

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

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

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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

** TRY OUR FLOORING PROJECT COST CALCULATOR TO GET A GENERAL IDEA OF HOW MUCH YOUR PROJECT WILL COST**

Building permits, tests and other authorizations

Coûts permis_permit costs

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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