Whether you are swapping dated ceramic for sleek luxury vinyl or preparing a shower enclosure for fresh porcelain, professional Salt Lake tile removal is the foundation of a successful remodel. In Northern Utah’s dry climate, improperly removed tile can leave subfloors cracked, studs splintered, and waterproofing compromised. CountBricks combines field-proven crews with advanced AI estimating to make sure demolition happens cleanly, quickly, and within budget.
Every home in the Wasatch Front hides its own surprises under the grout lines. The following factors influence the time and cost of removal—and why accurate estimating matters:
• Tile type and thickness: Stone and thick quarry tile demand heavier tools than a ¼-inch ceramic backsplash
• Mortar strength: Thinset over Schluter board lifts faster than mud-set floors poured in the 1970s
• Substrate condition: Concrete slabs on cold basements often require surface grinding after tile pops free
• Location access: Third-floor condos without elevators need additional labor for debris handling
• Hazard mitigation: Lead paint, asbestos mastics, or mold behind shower walls trigger specialized containment
Traditional contractors walk a site with a notepad and issue a “ballpark” number that may shift once demolition starts. CountBricks replaces guesswork with data:
• Real-time material pricing is synced through CountBricks.com/services, ensuring cost transparency on everything from plastic sheeting to disposal bags
• Voice-based site capture turns your on-site conversation into a formatted scope, eliminating missed details
• AI blueprint takeoffs calculate square footage down to the nearest inch, so you only pay for work completed
• Automatic risk flags highlight potential lead or moisture issues before the crew arrives, allowing proactive mitigation instead of costly change orders
1. Initial consultation: Schedule a five-minute call at CountBricks.com/consultation
2. Voice walk-through: A project lead records onsite dimensions and obstacles with our mobile app
3. Instant estimate: You receive an itemized proposal—labor, disposal, protective materials—within minutes
4. Prep and containment: Crews install plastic barriers, negative-air scrubbers, and floor protection
5. Mechanical removal: Using low-vibration chipping hammers, we detach tile without fracturing sub-surfaces
6. Surface refinement: Concrete grinders or scarifiers leave the base ready for new finishes
7. Clean haul-away: Debris is bagged, weighed, and documented for your records
8. Final inspection: A CountBricks supervisor confirms moisture levels and substrate flatness align with ANSI standards
Speed: Data-driven scheduling reduces downtime, letting your installation trades start sooner.
Cost Control: Real-time pricing prevents mid-project sticker shock.
Safety: HEPA filtration and dust suppression protect family health and HVAC systems.
Documentation: You receive digital before-and-after photos stored in your secure CountBricks portal.
Expect intermittent hammering similar to a muffled jackhammer. We offer optional acoustic blankets for condos or noise-sensitive neighborhoods.
Yes. Containment walls segregate work areas, and crews maintain clear egress paths. For large-format flooring over 1,000 ft², temporary relocation is recommended for comfort.
Our AI estimate includes contingency pricing. If lab tests confirm asbestos, CountBricks partners with licensed abatement teams to ensure compliant removal.
The fastest path to a fresh surface is a data-driven plan. Visit CountBricks.com/consultation, upload a photo of your current tile, and schedule a same-day site walkthrough. With CountBricks, Salt Lake tile removal becomes the simplest part of your remodel.
A young family purchased a 1950s rambler with pink mosaic floors bonded to a thick mud bed. Local bids ranged from “$4–8 per square foot, depending on what we find.” Instead, they chose CountBricks for clarity.
• Tile thickness: ⅜ inch porcelain over 1 inch mortar
• Substrate: Post-tension concrete slab
• Estimated debris weight: 5,400 lbs
• Noise mitigation required: Moderate (infant on-site)
1. Day 1, 8 a.m.: Crews installed negative-air machines and sealed HVAC returns.
2. Day 1, 10 a.m.: Low-vibration scarifiers cut the mud bed into 2-ft grids, reducing slab stress.
3. Day 1, 3 p.m.: All tile lifted; slab moisture checked with digital probes.
4. Day 2, 9 a.m.: Grinder pass achieved a CSP 2 surface profile—ideal for luxury vinyl plank adhesive.
5. Day 2, 1 p.m.: Final inspection and digital sign-off via CountBricks portal.
• Labor hours came in 12% under the AI estimate, issuing an automatic credit to the homeowner.
• Dust readings remained below 0.02 mg/m³—well under OSHA thresholds.
• The flooring installer began laying underlayment by Day 3, shaving a full week off the overall remodel schedule.
• Book early during winter months; exterior projects slow down and crews are more readily available.
• Upload blueprints or realtor photos to CountBricks.com/portal to accelerate takeoffs.
• Combine tile removal with minor framing changes to bundle permits and save fees.
• Ask your flooring installer for adhesive specifications up front so CountBricks can tailor the surface profile.
Precision demolition sets the stage for flawless finishes. Tap into CountBricks’ AI insights and field expertise to ensure your Salt Lake tile removal is done right the first time. Visit CountBricks.com/consultation to lock in your preferred date.
