# Bathroom Renovation Toronto | Toronto Bathroom Renovations: Ensuites, Curbless Showers & Powder Rooms for Residential & Commercial | $5M CGL URL: https://wholehouserenovation.ca/bathroom-renovation/ ![Renovated Toronto ensuite with freestanding tub and curbless shower](/images/misc/luxury-toronto-ensuite-with-freestanding-tub-heate.webp) Bathrooms · Toronto & GTA # Bathroom Renovation in Toronto: Waterproofed Ensuites, Curbless Showers and Powder Rooms Built to Last Last updated: November 7, 2026 Primary ensuites, family baths, powder rooms and condo baths with membrane waterproofing and premium fixtures. Typical price $18K-$65K Timeline 3-10 weeks Coverage $5M CGL Fixed Price Before Design Written scope + hard-cap price before demolition. WSIB. WHMIS 2015. OBC. Written warranty. COI typically within 1 business day. - 22+ years in the GTA - 300+ projects - In-house permits Request a Free Written Quote [#quote-form →](#quote-form) Call (647) 800-3733 [tel:+16478003733 →](tel:+16478003733) Reviewed in 1 Business Day Get a Written Bathrooms Quote Reviewed personally by Royce (Roy) S. and Senior PM Nolan K. Thanks, we got your request. We review every request within 1 business day and will call you to book a site visit. - 22+ Years - • $5M CGL + WSIB - • Written Warranty Registered - • 300+ Projects - • COI in 1 Business Day What's Included ## What Our Bathroom Renovation Service Covers Bathrooms fail at the waterproofing, so that is where we start. Every shower gets a full membrane system, Schluter-KERDI or Wedi building panels, over a properly sloped mortar bed or a linear drain, with Schluter-DITRA uncoupling under floor tile so it does not crack when the house moves. Then come the parts you see: floating vanities, wall-hung toilets on Geberit in-wall carriers, thermostatic mixing valves, DITRA-HEAT in-floor warmth and 10mm frameless tempered glass. We install fixtures from Kohler, Toto, Grohe and Rohl, and tile from Ann Sacks and Daltile. Curbless walk-in showers are one of our most requested upgrades, because they look clean and work for every age. Condo bathrooms include board approvals, after-hours scheduling and noise rules. Primary baths typically run $18K-$65K, powder rooms $12K-$35K and condo baths $15K-$55K. A Tier 1 refresh takes 3-6 weeks and a Tier 2 bath to the studs 4-10 weeks. - Schluter-KERDI / Wedi waterproofing systems - Curbless walk-in showers with linear drains - In-floor heat (DITRA-HEAT) and thermostatic mixing valves - Kohler, Toto, Grohe, Rohl fixtures; Ann Sacks and Daltile tile - Condo board approvals and after-hours scheduling $18K-$65K per primary bathroom Get My Written Quote [#quote-form →](#quote-form) ![Schluter-KERDI waterproofing membrane and linear drain installed before tile](/images/misc/orange-schluter-kerdi-waterproofing-membrane-insta.webp) Schluter-KERDI waterproofing membrane and linear drain installed before tile ## What Goes Into a Bathroom Renovation That Lasts? Bathrooms fail at the waterproofing, so that is where we start: Schluter-KERDI or Wedi systems, sloped mortar beds or linear drains, and uncoupling membranes under tile. Then come the finishes: floating vanities, wall-hung toilets, thermostatic valves and frameless glass from Kohler, Toto, Grohe and Rohl. Primary baths typically run $18K-$65K, powder rooms $12K-$35K and condo baths $15K-$55K. The parts of a bathroom you never see decide how long it lasts: - **Membrane waterproofing** on every shower wall and floor, flood-tested before tile. - **Uncoupling membrane** (Schluter-DITRA) under floor tile so it does not crack as the house moves. - **Correct slope and drains**, whether a centre drain on a mortar bed or a linear drain at the wall. - **Blocking** in the walls for grab bars, glass, vanities and wall-hung toilets on Geberit carriers. - **Ducted exhaust** vented outside, not into the attic. ## Types of Bathroom Renovations ### Primary ensuite The biggest bathroom project in most homes. Curbless shower, double vanity, heated floor and often a freestanding tub. $18K-$65K depending on size and finishes. ### Family bathroom Durable finishes, a tub-shower combination or a walk-in shower, storage and easy-clean surfaces. ### Powder room Small room, big impact. Wall-hung toilet, a statement vanity, plaster or wallpaper and good lighting. $12K-$35K. ### Condo bathroom Fixed drain and riser locations, strict work hours and board approval. Large-format porcelain and linear drains make small condo baths feel bigger. $15K-$55K. ## How Much Does a Bathroom Renovation Cost in Toronto? | Bathroom | Tier 1 refresh | Tier 2 to the studs | | --- | --- | --- | | Powder room | $12K-$20K | $20K-$35K | | Family bath | $18K-$30K | $30K-$50K | | Primary ensuite | $25K-$40K | $40K-$65K | | Condo bath | $15K-$30K | $30K-$55K | A Tier 1 refresh replaces tile, vanity and fixtures without moving drains. A Tier 2 renovation goes to the studs, moves plumbing where needed and rebuilds the shower from the framing out. For all tiers, see the Toronto renovation cost guide [/cost/ →](/cost/) . ## When Do You Need a Full Bathroom Renovation? - Grout keeps cracking or tiles sound hollow when you tap them. - There are stains on the ceiling below, or soft spots in the floor. - The tub surround is a one-piece insert you want to replace with tile. - You want a curbless shower for ageing in place. - The fan does not clear steam, and paint is peeling. Any of these usually means water has been getting where it should not, and a Tier 2 renovation is the safer choice. ## Curbless Showers: Why They Need Planning A curbless walk-in shower looks simple, but the floor must slope to the drain while staying level with the rest of the bathroom. That usually means recessing the subfloor between or across the joists, adding a linear drain and extending the waterproofing across the whole floor. In older Toronto homes we check joist size and direction on the site visit, then plan it into the framing. Done right, it is the most accessible and easiest-to-clean shower you can build. ## Bathroom and Kitchen Together Many clients renovate a bathroom at the same time as their kitchen [/kitchen-renovation/ →](/kitchen-renovation/) or basement [/basement-renovation/ →](/basement-renovation/) . Sharing design time, permits and trades usually saves money and weeks compared with separate projects, which is how we plan most home renovations in Toronto [/ →](/) . Our Yorkville client did a condo kitchen and bath together for $128K, finished on the exact date promised. Want to test tile and vanity combinations? Use the pattern picker [/design/pattern-picker/ →](/design/pattern-picker/) , then request a free written quote [/contact/ →](/contact/) . The Industry Reality ## Why Bathroom Renovations Fail Within a Few Years Budget killer 1 ### Waterproofing skipped or done wrong Tile and grout are not waterproof. Without a continuous membrane, water reaches the framing, and the first sign is a stain on the ceiling below. Budget killer 2 ### Cracked tile on moving floors Older Toronto floors flex. Tile laid straight on plywood cracks. An uncoupling membrane like Schluter-DITRA prevents it. Budget killer 3 ### Drain and venting shortcuts Curbless showers need a recessed or sloped subfloor and a correctly sized drain. Exhaust fans vented into the attic cause mould. Both get skipped on cheap jobs. ### The Whole House Renovation Fix Full Schluter-KERDI or Wedi membrane systems, DITRA uncoupling under floor tile, correctly sloped drains and properly ducted exhaust, all inspected before tile goes on. We photograph the waterproofing for your records. Transparent Pricing ## How Much Does Bathroom Renovation Cost in Toronto? Typical range: **$18K-$65K** per primary bathroom. Powder room $12K-$35K. Condo bath $15K-$55K. Tier 1 3-6 weeks; Tier 2 4-10 weeks. ### Primary bath / ensuite $18K-$65K Full waterproofing, curbless or standard shower, heated floor, premium fixtures ### Powder room $12K-$35K Vanity, wall-hung toilet, lighting, statement tile or plaster ### Condo bathroom $15K-$55K Board approval, after-hours rules, fixed riser locations ### 6-Draw Payment Schedule (Tier 2+) 10% design · 15% permit-ready · 20% demolition · 20% rough-in · 20% substantial completion · 15% deficiency walkthrough. Tier 1 is paid net on completion. 5-8% discovery contingency on Tier 2+ contracts. See the full Toronto cost guide → [/cost/ →](/cost/) Why Whole House Renovation ## Why Choose Whole House Renovation for Bathroom Renovation? ### Waterproofing first Schluter-KERDI or Wedi on every shower, flood-tested and photographed before tile. ### Curbless shower experience Recessed subfloors and linear drains planned with the framing, not forced in later. ### Premium fixtures Kohler, Toto, Grohe and Rohl, with thermostatic valves for steady temperature. ### Warm floors DITRA-HEAT in-floor heating on a programmable thermostat. ### Condo approvals handled Alteration requests, insurance certificates and work-hour rules managed for you. ### Clean, every day Dust protection and daily cleanup, especially when you are living in the house. How It Works ## How Does Our Bathroom Renovation Process Work? Design-build means one team from first visit to final walkthrough. Approval time is planned up front, and you get a weekly call from your project manager. 1. 1 ### Site visit We look at the floor structure, drain location, venting and what is below the bathroom. 2. 2 ### Written scope + fixed price Fixtures, tile allowances and waterproofing system in writing, with the timeline. 3. 3 ### Design + selections Layout, vanity, tile, fixtures and glass settled with our designer before demolition. 4. 4 ### Demolition + rough-in Strip to studs, fix framing, move drains or supply if needed, add blocking and heat cable. 5. 5 ### Waterproofing + tile Membrane system installed and flood-tested, then tile, grout and caulking. 6. 6 ### Fixtures, glass + walkthrough Vanity, toilet, trim, glass, final inspection and deficiency walkthrough. Typical construction time: 3-10 weeks. Tier 2+ projects pay in six draws tied to these milestones, with no large upfront deposit. Before + After ## Recent Bathrooms Projects Across the GTA Real projects, filtered for this service. Drag the slider to compare, or pick a project from the list. ![Kitchen renovation Toronto Yorkville condo after: Calacatta island and integrated appliances](/images/misc/after-empty-yorkville-condo-kitchen-with-calacatta.webp) ![Kitchen renovation Toronto Yorkville condo before: dated galley kitchen](/images/misc/before-empty-yorkville-condo-galley-kitchen-with-d.webp) Before After Yorkville Condo Kitchen + Bath Condo kitchen + bath gut (approx. 1,350 sqft unit) · 9 weeks · $128K Downtown condo gut with status certificate, board approval and building-management coordination. Finish date hit to the day. - - - - View all projects → [/projects/ →](/projects/) Our Work ## Our Bathrooms Work Click any image to enlarge. Client Reviews ## What Clients Say About Our Bathrooms Work Names are shown as initials and neighbourhood to protect client privacy. > "Small job for them, big deal for us. New tile, vanity and fixtures in our ensuite and powder room for $24K, finished in five weeks, and the crew cleaned up every single day." HB H.B., The Beaches Toronto · $24K · T1 > "Status cert, strata approval and building management. These guys handled every form. Finish date hit to the day." JK J.K., Yorkville Toronto · $128K · T2 > "Our 1940s kitchen had a wall in exactly the wrong place. They brought in the engineer, put in a beam and moved the sink to a new island without opening the dining room ceiling twice. The written scope listed every allowance, so we knew where all $96K was going. Done in nine weeks." MT M.T., Leaside Toronto · $96K · T2 Plan Your Budget Run the numbers before you call Kitchen & Bath Pattern Picker [/design/pattern-picker/ →](/design/pattern-picker/) Got Questions? ## Bathroom Renovation FAQs ### How much does a bathroom renovation cost in Toronto? Primary baths typically run $18K-$65K, powder rooms $12K-$35K and condo baths $15K-$55K. Cost depends on size, whether drains move, curbless versus standard shower, heated floors, tile choice and fixtures. Our Beaches ensuite and powder room refresh came in at $24K. ### How long does a bathroom renovation take? A Tier 1 refresh takes 3-6 weeks and a Tier 2 bathroom to the studs 4-10 weeks, depending on whether plumbing moves and fixture lead times. ### Can you build a curbless walk-in shower in an older house? Usually. The subfloor is recessed between or across the joists so the shower floor can slope to a linear drain without a curb. If the joists cannot be modified, we use a low-profile threshold. We check the structure on the site visit. ### What is Schluter-KERDI and why does it matter? Schluter-KERDI is a waterproof membrane system that sits under the tile on shower walls and floors. It keeps water out of the framing entirely, which is the main reason bathrooms last. Wedi building panels do the same job with a board system. ### Do I need a permit for a bathroom renovation? Replacing fixtures in the same location usually does not. Moving drains, adding a new bathroom or changing the venting typically does. We file permits in-house when needed. ### Can you renovate a condo bathroom? Yes. Condo bathrooms have fixed riser locations and strict work hours. We handle board approval, insurance certificates and noise rules. Condo baths typically run $15K-$55K. ### Is in-floor heating worth it? In Toronto winters, most clients say yes. DITRA-HEAT adds a modest amount to a primary bath and runs on a programmable thermostat so it only heats when you need it. Still have a question? Call the 24/7 line or send your project details. We reply within 1 business day. Call (647) 800-3733 [tel:+16478003733 →](tel:+16478003733) Request a Free Written Quote [/contact/ →](/contact/) Keep Exploring ## Related Services ![Kitchen renovation in Toronto with white oak island and Calacatta counter](/images/misc/toronto-kitchen-renovation-with-white-oak-island-c.webp) ### Kitchen Renovation Tier 1 kitchen refreshes and Tier 2 full kitchen guts with custom cabinetry, islands, stone counters and pro appliances. $35K-$140K [Kitchen Renovation →](/kitchen-renovation/) ![Finished basement renovation in Toronto with 9 ft ceiling and media wall](/images/misc/finished-toronto-basement-renovation-with-nine-foo.webp) ### Basement Renovation Finished basements, legal second-unit suites and underpinning or bench-footing to gain ceiling height, waterproofed first. $45K-$180K [Basement Renovation →](/basement-renovation/) ![Luxury Toronto kitchen with Calacatta island, Wolf range and rift white oak](/images/misc/luxury-toronto-kitchen-with-book-matched-calacatta.webp) ### Luxury Renovation High-end renovations with Calacatta and Taj Mahal quartzite, Wolf/Sub-Zero/Miele, rift white oak and Red Seal finish carpentry. $400K-$1.2M+ [Luxury Renovation →](/luxury-renovation/) Nearest service areas: Central Toronto [/service-areas/central-toronto/ →](/service-areas/central-toronto/) Scarborough [/service-areas/scarborough/ →](/service-areas/scarborough/) ![](/images/hero/toronto-heritage-kitchen-with-white-oak-island-bra.webp) Quote requests reviewed within 1 business day ## Ready to Price Your Bathroom Renovation? Tell us about your home or space. We review every request within 1 business day, visit the site and send a written scope with a hard-cap price before any design agreement. Request a Free Written Quote [/contact/ →](/contact/) Call (647) 800-3733 [tel:+16478003733 →](tel:+16478003733) - Fixed price pre-design - $5M CGL + WSIB - Written warranty