The question every Boston-area homeowner asks before a remodel is simple: “What will kitchen tile removal cost me?” At CountBricks, we answer that question in seconds with AI voice quoting, real-time material data, and lightning-fast blueprint takeoffs. This guide pulls back the curtain on the numbers so you can budget confidently and move on to the fun part—choosing your new finishes.
• Kitchen size: A 150 ft² floor takes far less labor than a 400 ft² great-room layout.
• Tile composition: Porcelain and natural stone are harder to chip out than ceramic, adding crew hours.
• Installation method: Mortar-set tiles over cement board come up faster than tiles thin-set directly to concrete.
• Substrate condition: Damaged subfloor often requires leveling or new underlayment after removal.
• Accessibility: Tight galley kitchens, islands, and built-ins slow demolition and increase labor charges.
• Disposal fees: Boston dump rates average $125–$165 per ton; heavy stone tiles push loads up quickly.
• Regional labor rates: Greater Boston demands $55–$75 per labor hour for skilled demo crews.
Based on thousands of AI-generated quotes, CountBricks sees three typical project buckets:
1. Small galley or condo kitchen (80-120 ft²): $900–$1,400 total
2. Mid-size suburban kitchen (150-250 ft²): $1,500–$2,600 total
3. Large open-concept space (300-450 ft²): $2,800–$4,200 total
These figures include labor, minimal substrate patching, and debris haul-off. They exclude new flooring, plumbing resets, or structural work. For a line-item breakdown tailored to your exact square footage, simply start a voice session at CountBricks.com/services and receive an instant estimate.
Traditional contractors rely on outdated price books. CountBricks connects directly to Boston suppliers and landfill sites to update demolition labor rates, dump fees, and tool rentals every 24 hours. During a live call you can say, “Remove 200 square feet of 12-by-12 porcelain tile,” and our engine auto-populates line items—jackhammer rental, HEPA dust collectors, labor hours, and bagged debris fees—within milliseconds.
• Dust containment: Zip-wall barriers, negative air machines, and post-demo cleaning add $0.75–$1.25 ft².
• Appliance protection: Moving and wrapping refrigerators or stoves averages $75 each.
• Subfloor repair: High-traffic areas may reveal rotten plywood. Replacing panels can add $4–$7 ft².
• Electrical surprises: In older homes, radiant floor heat mats may be embedded below tile. Safe removal takes specialty crews.
CountBricks automatically flags these contingencies so you are never blindsided on demo day.
At first glance, renting a chipping hammer for $75 a day looks appealing. Yet homeowners quickly learn tile dust travels everywhere and concrete splinters can damage cabinetry. CountBricks data shows professional crews finish an average kitchen in 1–2 days, while DIY efforts stretch to 4–6 weekends. Factor in tool wear, disposal trips, and potential subfloor damage, and pro removal frequently wins on both time and overall cost.
1. Voice consultation: You describe the kitchen; our AI builds a 3-D model from your smartphone photos.
2. Instant quote: We return a detailed line-item estimate within 60 seconds, ready to edit or approve.
3. Digital scheduling: Choose a date and sign electronically—no paper contracts needed.
4. Site prep: Crews arrive with dust barriers, boot covers, and HEPA vacs.
5. Tile demo: Tiles are lifted, thin-set scraped, and subfloor inspected.
6. Clean exit: Debris is hauled, the space is vacuumed, and a readiness report for new flooring uploads to your CountBricks dashboard.
• Remove baseboards yourself and save $1–$2 per linear foot.
• Schedule demo mid-week when crews are less busy—CountBricks offers off-peak labor discounts.
• Bundle services: Pair removal with new floor installation through CountBricks to receive combined labor rates.
• Use the CountBricks blueprint takeoff tool to verify square footage and avoid “over-allowance” charges.
Kitchen upgrades boost resale value, but cash flow matters. CountBricks partners with leading home-improvement lenders to offer 0% financing for qualified homeowners. You can split payments into milestones: demo completion, subfloor approval, and new flooring installation, all tracked in your CountBricks.com/portfolio portal.
How loud and dusty is tile removal?
Expect continuous hammering noises and fine silica dust. CountBricks includes negative-air machines and sealed vent covers in every quote.
Can I stay in my home during demolition?
Most Boston homeowners remain on site, but you’ll want to seal off adjacent rooms. For large projects, a hotel night may be more comfortable.
Will my cabinets be safe?
Our crews install foam board and plastic sheeting around fixed cabinetry. If toe kicks are tiled, they are carefully pried free to avoid damage.
• AI accuracy: Quotes down to the penny, even as dump fees change overnight.
• Speed: Voice-to-quote in under a minute.
• Transparency: Every cost code visible in your dashboard.
• One-stop service: Removal, subfloor repair, and new floor installation coordinated by a single project manager.
Ready to uncover your exact kitchen tile removal cost? Start a free voice consultation at CountBricks.com/consultation and receive an actionable estimate before your coffee gets cold.
A recent CountBricks project in Beacon Hill involved removing 220 ft² of ¾-inch thick marble tile in a 19th-century brownstone. Historic joists, narrow stairwells, and strict HOA noise ordinances made accuracy essential.
• Initial voice consultation flagged the marble’s added weight and the building’s limited debris-chute access.
• Our blueprint takeoff tool confirmed exact square footage from a single PDF floor plan, eliminating a site visit.
• The AI engine produced an $2,950 estimate covering labor, stair-carry surcharges, and small-load debris pickups.
• On demo day, crews completed work in eight hours, 12% under budget. The homeowner approved a change order for minor subfloor repair directly in the CountBricks app, keeping timeline intact.
• Request same-day debris pick-up windows. CountBricks negotiates reduced dump fees when trucks are fully loaded, passing savings to you.
• Opt for off-season scheduling (January–February) when Boston crews have open calendars—labor rates drop up to 10%.
• Leverage CountBricks’ material marketplace to sell intact specialty tiles removed from backsplashes, offsetting disposal costs.
Whether you’re renovating a compact condo or a sprawling suburban chef’s kitchen, CountBricks delivers transparent kitchen tile removal cost data you can trust. Speak your project aloud, watch the estimate populate in real time, and lock in your preferred start date—no guesswork, no surprises. Visit CountBricks.com/services to put our residential construction experts to work for you today.
