How long does a bathroom renovation take?
A standard bathroom renovation typically takes 7–12 working days for a one-person crew — roughly 2–3 calendar weeks including weekends. This covers demo, rough-in, tile, fixtures, and finish work. Larger bathrooms, heated floors, custom tile work, or permit-required plumbing and electrical all extend the timeline. This estimator gives you a phase-by-phase breakdown so you can identify where the time actually goes.
How long does a kitchen renovation take?
Full kitchen renovations typically run 15–25 working days for the construction phase — about 4–6 calendar weeks. However, custom cabinetry lead times run 4–8 weeks on their own, and countertops add another 1–2 weeks after templating. Budget for the construction timeline plus the longest lead time item, not both running in parallel from day one.
Does a larger crew significantly speed up renovation timelines?
Yes, but with diminishing returns. Doubling crew size does not halve the timeline — most renovation tasks have sequential dependencies and confined workspaces that limit how many people can work productively in parallel. This estimator applies a square root scaling model, which reflects the real-world relationship between crew size and timeline more accurately than a simple linear reduction.
What is the difference between working days and calendar days in this estimate?
Working days are actual days on the job, Monday through Friday. Calendar days include weekends and give your client a more realistic picture of when they get their space back. Use calendar days when communicating completion dates to homeowners — telling a client a reno will take "10 working days" when they are expecting it done in two weeks sets up a frustrating conversation.
How accurate are these timeline estimates?
These estimates are based on typical residential renovation durations for experienced crews in Canada. They are starting-point estimates — actual timelines vary based on site conditions, permit wait times, material delivery, subcontractor availability, and scope changes. Use this tool to set realistic expectations with clients and as a sanity check on your own estimates, not as a contract delivery date.
