When clients ask CountBricks “how much does it cost to remove tile,” they are usually planning a kitchen refresh, a bathroom remodel, or a full-scale flooring upgrade. While national averages matter, real-world pricing hinges on local labor rates, material type, demolition complexity, and disposal fees. This article breaks down every factor so Dallas-area homeowners can budget confidently and see how CountBricks’ AI-powered estimating keeps surprises off their invoices.
Most homeowners spend between $2.50 and $6.50 per square foot for professional tile removal, including labor, surface prep, and debris haul-off. CountBricks project data across North Texas shows:
• Basic ceramic floor tile in a single-story home: $2.50–$3.50 per sq. ft.
• Mid-tier porcelain or mosaic backsplash: $3.50–$5.00 per sq. ft.
• Mortar-set stone on concrete slab with waterproofing membrane: $5.00–$6.50 per sq. ft.
Those numbers include demolition, edge trimming around cabinets, thin-set grinding, and standard dump fees. They do not include installing new flooring, which is quoted separately through CountBricks.com/services.
1. Tile Material & Thickness Heavy natural stone tiles demand stronger breakers and more labor hours than thinner ceramic, raising costs.
2. Substrate Type Tile bonded to concrete requires scarifying tools to remove thin-set, while plywood substrates can often be pried up faster.
3. Location & Accessibility Second-floor bathrooms involve stair carries, dust protection, and added time versus a ground-floor kitchen.
4. Square Footage & Layout Open rectangles price out at the low end. Tight nooks, pantry closets, and angled walls add labor minutes that multiply.
5. Disposal Regulations Dallas municipal dump sites charge by the pound. CountBricks pre-loads local tipping fees so our AI estimate reflects real disposal costs from the start.
Homeowners sometimes calculate cost by renting a demolition hammer and adding the tool fee to their spreadsheet. They soon discover hidden expenses:
• Sub-floor repairs after chipped joists
• Respiratory PPE for silica dust compliance
• Weekend dumpster rentals that overrun their fill level
• Unplanned hotel stays when the home becomes unusable
CountBricks prevents scope creep by capturing these “what-ifs” in seconds during a live voice call. Our AI listens, classifies, and applies current material and labor pricing so your first quote is your final quote.
Traditional estimators flip through cost books, but CountBricks pulls live rates from partnered Dallas trade suppliers the moment you speak. Here’s how it works:
• A homeowner says, “I need to remove 400 square feet of porcelain tile in my kitchen and hallway.”
• CountBricks AI converts the voice note into line items: demo porcelain tile, grind thin-set, remove debris.
• The platform checks average crew productivity (25–35 sq. ft. per hour), current union wage tables, and today’s dump-site fees.
• It outputs a detailed estimate and a ready-to-sign digital contract—often before the conversation ends.
A recent CountBricks client in Frisco needed 620 sq. ft. of 12"×24" porcelain removed before laying luxury vinyl plank. The AI quote came to $3,410:
• Labor: $2,108 • Dust control systems: $260 • Concrete grinding & leveling: $532 • Debris haul-off: $510
The homeowner approved the proposal on a smartphone and scheduled crews for the following Monday—no email ping-pong, no hidden fees.
While certain costs are unavoidable, CountBricks offers budget-friendly tactics:
• Combine adjacent rooms into one demolition mobilization to save on minimum trip charges.
• Remove baseboards yourself; it trims roughly $0.30 per linear foot.
• Schedule work midweek when crews are more available, keeping overtime premiums off your invoice.
• Use CountBricks blueprint takeoffs to verify exact square footage and eliminate over-ordering of disposal bags.
Silica dust exposure is a leading hazard in tile demolition. CountBricks equips crews with HEPA-filtered grinders and negative-air machines that keep particulate counts below OSHA thresholds. Investing in these measures adds roughly $0.20 per square foot but can prevent thousands in future medical liabilities.
1. Voice Consultation You describe the project; our AI captures scope and dimensions.
2. Instant Estimate Live material, labor, and disposal costs generate within seconds.
3. On-Site Validation A CountBricks superintendent confirms site conditions and finalizes the fixed price.
4. Seamless Execution Our vetted demolition partners perform the work, uploading progress photos to your client dashboard.
5. Final Invoice & Warranty Because every task was tracked in real time, the invoice matches the estimate—line for line—backed by a one-year workmanship warranty.
Stop guessing “how much does it cost to remove tile” and start planning your remodel budget with certainty. Speak with a CountBricks estimator today, or try our self-service calculator at CountBricks.com/services. In less time than it took to read this article, you’ll have a contract-ready quote on your screen.
When the Ramirez family purchased a 1990s Plano ranch, every room was covered in dated ceramic. They contacted CountBricks to learn how much it would cost to remove tile across 1,200 square feet without pausing their move-in timeline.
• Demo ceramic flooring in kitchen, foyer, hallway, and two bathrooms
• Grind thin-set to clean concrete slab tolerance of ±1/8"
• Seal cracks with rapid-set epoxy before new luxury vinyl install
• Haul away approximately 7,200 lbs of debris
CountBricks AI produced an immediate estimate of $6,960.
• Labor (48 crew hours): $4,320
• Dust mitigation setup: $330
• Surface grinding & leveling: $1,140
• Disposal fees: $1,170
After on-site validation, the fixed price changed by less than 1%—the concrete slab was flatter than anticipated, reducing grinding hours.
• Project completed in 2.5 days, two days ahead of schedule
• Zero change orders thanks to real-time task tracking
• Home ready for flooring installation the same week, keeping the family’s move-in on track
The Ramirez family left a five-star review in the CountBricks.com/portfolio section, praising the dust-free environment and invoice accuracy.
• Ask CountBricks to bundle tile removal with new flooring install; combined scopes can save 8-12% in mobilization costs.
• Provide digital blueprints during the voice call for instant, pinpoint takeoffs.
• Schedule a post-demo moisture test; a dry slab prevents adhesive failures and warranty voids.
Every project is unique, but the CountBricks approach—AI estimates, on-site validation, transparent tracking—remains consistent. Visit CountBricks.com/consultation and discover your exact tile removal cost today.
