Renovation costs in Calgary in 2026 range from about $25,000 for a smaller bathroom to $600,000+ for a major whole-home renovation. A kitchen typically runs $50,000–$150,000, a bathroom $25,000–$75,000, and a basement development $45,000–$95,000. Below is the complete 2026 price guide for Calgary — kitchens, bathrooms, basements, garages, additions, whole-home projects and current trade rates.
Every Olympic City project is a fixed-price quote before any work begins, with our owner, Jonathan Edwards, on the job start to finish. Your fixed-price quote will vary based on your selections and square footage. The ranges below are typical Calgary costs to help you plan; appliances are a separate purchase we install.
Kitchen renovation costs in Calgary
| Level | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Small kitchen | $50,000–$80,000 |
| Full / mid-range kitchen | $80,000–$150,000 |
| Large open-concept / luxury | $150,000–$250,000+ |
Appliances are purchased separately. See the full kitchen renovation cost guide.
Bathroom renovation costs in Calgary
| Level | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Small bathroom / powder room | $25,000–$45,000 |
| Full ensuite / upscale | $45,000–$75,000+ |
| Luxury ensuite | $80,000–$140,000+ |
See the full bathroom renovation cost guide.
Basement development costs in Calgary
| Type | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Basic development | $45,000–$75,000 |
| Mid-range development | $65,000–$95,000 |
| Luxury / complex | $100,000–$225,000+ |
| Legal basement suite | $180,000–$250,000 |
See the full basement development cost guide.
Whole-home renovation costs in Calgary
| Level | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Cosmetic whole-home refresh | $200,000+ |
| Complete home renovation | $250,000–$350,000+ |
| Major whole-home renovation | $400,000–$600,000+ |
| Luxury whole-home renovation | $500,000+ |
Garage build costs in Calgary
| Type | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Standard detached (2-car) | $28,000–$48,000 |
| Oversized detached (3-car) | $68,000–$95,000 |
| Heated & insulated shop | $85,000–$130,000 |
| Luxury finished garage | $120,000–$200,000+ |
See the full luxury garage build cost guide.
Home addition costs in Calgary
| Type | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Bump-out (small) | $50,000–$100,000 |
| Single-room addition | $80,000–$150,000 |
| Second-storey addition | $175,000–$350,000 |
| Major addition with basement | $250,000–$500,000+ |
See the full home addition cost guide.
Labour & trade rates in Calgary (2026)
| Trade | Typical rate |
|---|---|
| General contractor | $50–$85/hour |
| Electrician | $90–$130/hour |
| Plumber | $100–$150/hour |
| Tile installer | $8–$18/sq ft |
| Drywaller | $2.50–$4.50/sq ft |
| Painter | $3–$7/sq ft |
These are individual trade rates, not a renovation cost per square foot.
What's driving renovation costs up in 2026?
Four things: a continued skilled-trades shortage in Western Canada, ongoing material inflation, strong renovation demand, and tariff impacts on some imported materials. Here's how we're managing the tariff situation to protect your pricing.
Calgary renovation cost FAQs
Calgary renovation costs in 2026 range from about $25,000 for a smaller bathroom to $600,000+ for a major whole-home renovation. A kitchen typically runs $50,000–$150,000, a bathroom $25,000–$75,000, and a basement development $45,000–$95,000.
Most Calgary kitchen renovations run $50,000–$150,000 — from $50,000–$80,000 for a small kitchen up to $150,000–$250,000+ for a large open-concept or luxury kitchen. Appliances are a separate purchase.
A smaller bathroom is typically $25,000–$45,000, a full ensuite $45,000–$75,000+, and a luxury ensuite $80,000–$140,000+.
A basic development runs $45,000–$75,000, a mid-range basement $65,000–$95,000, a luxury or complex build $100,000–$225,000+, and a legal basement suite $180,000–$250,000.
A continued skilled-trades shortage in Western Canada, material inflation, strong renovation demand, and tariffs on some imported materials are all pushing 2026 costs up.
Ready to get a real quote?
These ranges are for planning — the only number that matters is your fixed-price quote, which will vary based on your selections and square footage. Schedule a Discovery Call and speak with the owner, Jonathan Edwards.
Related reading: how to choose a renovation contractor, how to avoid cost overruns, and the best time of year to renovate.