Tile in Ottawa earns its place at entries more than anywhere else in the province, because Ottawa winters deliver more snow, salt and sand indoors than any other major Ontario city. A generous tiled entry with a mat is genuinely protective. Bathrooms and heated floors are the other main applications, with heated tile particularly popular given how cold Ottawa floors get over unheated spaces. Older core homes need deflection checked before large-format tile.
What tile flooring costs in Ottawa
| Area | Supply & install | Labour only |
|---|---|---|
| 200 sq ft, a bedroom | $2,400–$5,000 | $1,400–$2,800 |
| 500 sq ft, a living and dining area | $6,000–$12,500 | $3,500–$7,000 |
| 1000 sq ft, a typical main floor | $12,000–$25,000 | $7,000–$14,000 |
| 1500 sq ft, a whole upper and main level | $18,000–$37,500 | $10,500–$21,000 |
Before tax, for a standard job in Ottawa. Ontario quotes add 13% HST on both materials and labour. Removal of old flooring ($1–2.50/sq ft), subfloor levelling ($1–4/sq ft where needed), stairs (per step) and baseboards ($2–5 per linear foot) are quoted separately. See the full tile cost guide for what drives the price.
About tile flooring
For a durable, waterproof, lifetime surface in limitless colours and formats, tile never lets you down. Our tile-setting experts handle floors, backsplashes, feature walls, custom showers and heated bathroom floors.
Porcelain vs. Ceramic
Both are ceramic; porcelain is fired denser and absorbs less water, making it the choice for floors, showers and exterior spaces. Ceramic is great for walls and backsplashes.
Custom Showers & Wet Rooms
Waterproofing systems (Schluter, Wedi, liquid membranes), linear drains and curbless designs — done right the first time because tile is a permanent installation.
Large Format & Heated Floors
Large-format tiles need flat substrates and the right thinset. We install electric in-floor heating under tile for warm bathrooms and entries.
Where we install tile in Ottawa
Centretown & The GlebeWestboroKanataOrleansBarrhavenNepeanOld Ottawa SouthHintonburgRiverside SouthStittsvilleAlta VistaManotick
Tile flooring questions from Ottawa
01How much entry tile do I need in Ottawa?
Two to three metres from the door. Ottawa's winter brings more salt and sand indoors than most Canadian cities, and containing it at the entry protects the rest of the floor.
02Is heated tile common in Ottawa?
Increasingly, especially in bathrooms and entries. It adds $12 to $20 per square foot including the mat, membrane and thermostat, plus an electrical permit and ESA inspection.
03How much does tile flooring cost in Ottawa?
Tile flooring runs about $12–25 per square foot installed in Ottawa, with labour alone at $7–14. A 1,000 square foot area therefore lands roughly between $12,000 and $25,000 before tax. Ontario quotes add 13% HST on both materials and labour. Removal of the old floor, subfloor preparation, stairs and baseboards are quoted separately.
04Do you have tile installers across Ottawa?
Yes. Flooring Local installers cover all of Ottawa, including Centretown & The Glebe, Westboro, Kanata, Orleans and the surrounding communities. Every request includes a free in-home measure and a written quote with materials and labour listed separately.
Tile in Ottawa
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