How much does hardwood, floating or ceramic flooring cost in Quebec and Canada?
A price per square foot depending on the material, what is removed and the condition of the subfloor, at CCQ rates.
Your project
Is it new construction or a renovation?
In new construction, there is nothing to remove.
The price of flooring is calculated per square foot, material and installation included. The calculator prices the chosen flooring, removal of the old one, subfloor preparation, stairs and baseboards, at Quebec rates.
What changes the price of flooring
- The material
- Vinyl and laminate cost the least; engineered wood and ceramic come next; site-finished hardwood costs the most.
- Area and number of rooms
- Several small rooms need more cuts and transitions than one large open area.
- What is there now
- Removing carpet is quick; tearing out ceramic or old nailed wood takes much longer.
- The subfloor
- An uneven or damaged subfloor needs levelling or replacement before installation.
- Stairs and baseboards
- Stairs are counted per step and are expensive; baseboards are added per linear foot.
What the estimate includes
- The flooring, underlayment and transitions
- Removal of the old flooring and its disposal
- Subfloor preparation
- Stairs and baseboards, if requested
- Labour at the CCQ rate, mobilization and a contractor’s normal margin
Frequently asked questions
How much does hardwood, floating or ceramic flooring cost in Quebec and Canada?
Installing 600 sq ft of prefinished hardwood in three rooms costs $9,300 to $11,900 in Quebec in 2026: laminate removed, subfloor in good condition, baseboards kept. The material makes the biggest difference. Amount before taxes, calculated line by line by qcalculatrice.com at Quebec prices (Québec — grille 2026 v2.2), range verified on September 18, 2026. This is an estimate, not a quote: the calculator redoes it for your home.
Hardwood or engineered wood?
Hardwood can be sanded and refinished several times; engineered wood is more stable, works in a basement and can be laid on concrete.
Prefinished or varnished on site?
Prefinished goes down fast and can be walked on the same day. Site-finished gives a surface with no visible seams, but needs several days without foot traffic.
Can new flooring go over the old one?
Vinyl and floating floors often go over an existing floor if it is flat and sound. Ceramic and nailed wood need a suitable subfloor.
Is this a firm price?
No. It is an estimate calculated for your rooms, made to set a budget and compare quotes. Only an installer who has seen the premises can sign a price.