Just wrapped a complete kitchen renovation in our Vaughan detached (built 2001, typical builder-grade finishes). Sharing full details since I couldn’t find much specific to York Region when I was planning.
Starting point: Original builder kitchen — white laminate doors, black laminate counters, soffits above cabinets, drop ceiling over the island area, 30" stainless appliances from 2001. Still functional but visually a time capsule.
What we did:
- Removed all existing cabinets + soffits + drop ceiling
- New semi-custom upper and lower cabinets (Cabinetry Plus, Woodbridge location) — painted shaker in warm white
- Quartz countertops in a warm cream/beige tone (not white — wife specifically wanted to avoid the cold white look)
- New tile backsplash (3x12 subway in a matte warm grey)
- New 36" slide-in gas range (Samsung) + integrated dishwasher + counter-depth French door fridge
- Under-cabinet LED lighting
- New pot lights (replaced recessed cans throughout kitchen)
- Added a kitchen island (custom, built to match cabinet run)
Scope of electrical: 4 new circuits (dedicated for fridge, microwave circuit, dishwasher, island outlets). ESA permit + rough-in inspection.
Cost breakdown:
- Cabinetry + installation: $24,500
- Countertop: $6,800
- Tile backsplash + install: $2,200
- Appliances: $6,400
- Electrical: $3,800
- Lighting + pot lights: $1,900
- Island custom build: $3,200
- Demo + disposal: $1,400
Total: $50,200 + HST
Timeline: 7 weeks from contract to completion (biggest delay: 5-week cabinet lead time).
Happy to answer questions. Vaughan-area contractor recommendations also available.