What it costs in the GTA
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Laminate, supplied and installed | $3–$7 / sq ft |
| Luxury vinyl plank, supplied and installed | $5–$9 / sq ft |
| Hardwood, supplied and installed | $8–$15 / sq ft |
| Porcelain or ceramic tile, supplied and installed | $10–$20 / sq ft |
Before HST. Removing old tile and levelling a subfloor are common extras. Ranges where published GTA and Ontario sources overlap, checked November 2026. Not a quote.
Rebates, permits & rules
- Condos often require acoustic underlay and board approval for hard flooring.
- Basements on concrete need a moisture barrier or a floor rated for below-grade use.
- Signed the contract at your home? Ontario gives you 10 days to cancel most contracts signed there, for any reason.
What a complete quote includes
If any of these aren't on your quote, ask. Missing doesn't mean it's wrong, but it should be in writing.
- Square feet, room by room
- Product brand, line and type
- Removal and disposal of old flooring
- Subfloor prep and levelling
- Underlayment, and moisture barrier on concrete
- Baseboards, quarter-round and transitions
- Stairs, if any, priced separately
- Moving furniture
- Waste allowance (usually 5–10%)
- Warranty
Watch out for
- No mention of subfloor prep or levelling
- Solid hardwood quoted for a concrete basement
- No waste allowance (you'll run short)
- Stairs left vague
Which floor?
- Basements and kitchens: vinyl plank or tile handle water best.
- Bedrooms and living rooms: laminate on a budget, engineered or solid hardwood for long life.
- Existing hardwood? Refinishing usually costs far less than replacing.
- Removing old tile is slow and messy, so expect it to cost more than removing carpet.
5 questions to ask before you sign
- What's the total square footage, and how much waste did you include?
- How will you prep and level the subfloor?
- What underlay are you using, and is it right for this room?
- Are baseboards and transitions included?
- How are stairs priced?
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Common questions
How much does flooring installation cost in Toronto?
Supplied and installed: laminate about $3–$7, vinyl plank $5–$9, hardwood $8–$15 and tile $10–$20 per square foot.
What's the best flooring for a basement?
Vinyl plank or tile, over a moisture barrier. Solid hardwood isn't suited to concrete below grade.
How much extra flooring should I order?
Usually 5–10% for cuts and waste, more for diagonal or herringbone layouts.