Toronto Kitchen Renovation

Acon Renovations plans and builds kitchen renovations in Toronto, from a new countertop and backsplash to a complete kitchen rebuilt around a new layout. We have worked on Toronto homes and condos since 2008, and we work with professional designers, so your kitchen design and renovation are planned together before anything is torn out.

A good kitchen has to work as hard as it looks. That means storage where you need it, enough counter space to cook, lighting you can work under, and materials that stand up to daily use. As a licensed and insured kitchen renovation contractor in Toronto, we help you make those decisions early, so the budget goes where it matters most.

Our kitchen renovation services in Toronto cover the whole job: design, demolition, construction, finishes and final clean-up. You can bring us a full plan or a rough idea. Every Toronto kitchen renovation we take on starts with how you use the room, then we scope the work to fit your space and budget.

The layout decides how easy a kitchen is to work in. We look at where you prep, cook and clean up, how many people use the kitchen at once, and where storage is missing. Kitchen layout changes can be as simple as moving the fridge, or as involved as relocating the sink and range.

Many Toronto homeowners want to turn a closed kitchen into an open-concept space with a centre island. An open-concept kitchen renovation often means removing or opening a wall, and that usually requires structural framing. Some walls can come out easily. Others carry loads or hide plumbing, ductwork or wiring.

Structural changes and wall removal always start with an assessment of the wall. If it’s load-bearing, the opening needs a properly sized beam and supports, and a building permit. We’ll explain what’s possible in your home before the design is finalized.

A kitchen island adds prep space, storage and seating, but it needs room around it to work. An island with a sink or cooktop also needs plumbing, power and possibly ventilation run through the floor, so it’s planned early.

Smaller kitchens leave less room for mistakes, so every inch has to earn its place.

IKEA kitchens can be a smart, budget-friendly choice, especially when the layout stays mostly the same. Our IKEA kitchen installation work gets the same attention to detail as a custom job: careful assembly, levelling and fitting on walls that are rarely straight in older Toronto homes. We also handle the work an IKEA package doesn’t cover, such as countertops, backsplash, plumbing, electrical and finishing.

Custom kitchens suit spaces that standard sizes don’t fit well, such as sloped ceilings, awkward corners, older homes with uneven walls, or a design with specific storage needs. Custom cabinetry takes longer to build and costs more, but every piece is made for your room. Some homeowners combine the two, using IKEA boxes with custom doors or panels.

We’ll help you choose the system that fits your space, timeline and budget. Not every kitchen system suits every room, and we’ll tell you if we see a problem before you order.

A greener kitchen comes down to choices made during planning. We use certified eco-friendly materials and help you pick finishes, fixtures and appliances that use less energy and water, without giving up looks or durability. A green kitchen renovation can also make your home healthier to live in.

• Certified materials: cabinetry, flooring and finishes certified for low emissions or responsible sourcing.
• Low-VOC paints, adhesives and sealants: fewer fumes during the work and better indoor air afterwards.
• Energy-efficient appliances: ENERGY STAR certified models, including induction cooktops, which heat faster and waste less energy than gas or electric coil.
• LED lighting: ceiling, pendant and under-cabinet LED lighting that uses a fraction of the power of older bulbs.
• Water-saving fixtures: low-flow faucets that cut water use without weak pressure.
• Proper ventilation: a range hood sized and ducted to the outside to remove moisture and cooking fumes.
• Durable choices: materials that last, so the kitchen doesn’t need replacing again in a few years.

We also shop local. We buy mainly from Canadian suppliers and work with local businesses wherever we can. Sourcing closer to home supports the Toronto-area economy, cuts shipping distances, and often means shorter lead times and easier service if a part ever needs replacing.

Ask us which certified, energy-efficient options fit your design and budget.

Every kitchen remodel is different, so the cost and the schedule depend on the scope, the materials and what’s behind the walls. Here’s what drives kitchen renovation cost in Toronto and what shapes the kitchen renovation timeline. Typical price ranges and durations are in the FAQs below.

It depends mostly on scope. A kitchen refresh that keeps the layout, with new countertops, backsplash, lighting, flooring or cabinet doors, usually costs $15,000 to $30,000. A full renovation with new IKEA or semi-custom cabinets, countertops, flooring and lighting, plus minor plumbing and electrical changes, usually runs $30,000 to $65,000.

A custom or high-end kitchen with custom cabinetry, premium surfaces and appliances, layout changes, an island or wall removal usually starts at about $65,000. A luxury kitchen renovation with natural stone and custom millwork can go well beyond that.

At Acon Renovations, your estimate is based on a visit to your home, not on photos, so it reflects your actual kitchen. It lists the scope, the materials and what’s included, and we point out anything that could affect the price, such as what may be hidden behind older walls, before the work starts. Once the scope is agreed, your price is fixed, and any change is agreed with you in writing before we do it. That way you know what you’re paying for from day one, with no surprises mid-project.

A kitchen refresh usually takes 2 to 4 weeks of planning and ordering, then 1 to 3 weeks on site. A full renovation needs about 4 to 8 weeks to plan and order materials, and 5 to 8 weeks of work on site. Custom kitchens and layout changes take longest: about 6 to 12 weeks before work starts, because custom cabinets are built to order, then 8 to 12 weeks on site. Permits and condo approvals can add time before the work begins.

Because Acon Renovations plans the project with our designers and coordinates the trades ourselves, each stage follows the last without waiting on separate contractors. Ordering cabinets and materials early, while the design is finalized, also keeps the time your kitchen is out of use as short as possible.

Replacing cabinets, countertops, flooring and finishes usually doesn’t need a building permit in Toronto. Removing or adding walls, structural changes and new or modified plumbing usually do. Electrical work is inspected separately by Ontario’s Electrical Safety Authority. We’ll tell you what your project needs and include it in the schedule.

Often, yes, but it depends on what the wall carries and what runs through it. A load-bearing wall needs a beam, supports and a building permit, and pipes, ducts or wiring inside the wall may need rerouting. We assess the wall before the design is finalized.

Most homeowners stay at home during a kitchen reno in Toronto. Expect to be without a working kitchen for part of the project, along with some noise and dust. A temporary kitchen set up elsewhere in the house, with a fridge, microwave and kettle, makes those weeks much easier. We seal off the work area and clean up as we go.

Look for kitchen renovation contractors in Toronto who hold a City of Toronto Building Renovator licence, carry liability insurance and WSIB coverage, and give you a written estimate and a warranty. Ask to see similar projects and read their reviews. A good contractor will also tell you which parts of your plan need a permit.

Ready to plan your new kitchen with a licensed kitchen renovation company in Toronto? Tell us about your space, what you’d like to change and your rough budget. We’ll arrange a visit, talk through your options and prepare a written estimate.

Call 647-291-4696, email info@aconreno.com, or use our contact page. If you’re planning kitchen and bathroom renovations in Toronto at the same time, see our bathroom renovations page. For bigger plans, see our whole house renovations.