Tile removal Services in Lake County, Illinois
Tile removal requires specialized techniques to safely extract tile materials without damaging underlying structures-whether you're prepping for new flooring installation or cleaning out a dated bathroom in your Highland Park or Arlington Heights home. Cortes Junk Removal removes all tile types: ceramic, porcelain, slate, marble, and glass mosaic tiles from kitchens, bathrooms, entryways, and commercial kitchen floors. Our Lake County crews use pneumatic tile chippers and proper dust containment to prevent silica dust spread, then remove all broken tile, old adhesive, grout residue, and underlayment materials in a single project visit.
Our tile removal process begins with site assessment to determine tile size, adhesive type (thin-set, mastic, or mortar), and structural concerns underneath. Next, we contain the work area with plastic sheeting to contain tile dust and debris, then systematically chip away tiles using powered removal tools or hand methods for delicate substrates. Once tiles are removed, we scrape adhesive and grout completely, haul all debris to our disposal facility, and leave the subfloor clean and ready for new flooring installation-typically completed within 1-3 business days for residential projects up to 400 square feet.
What Is Included
When you hire Cortes Junk Removal for tile removal, here is exactly what you get:
- Complete removal of all ceramic, porcelain, stone, or glass tiles
- Adhesive and grout residue scraping from subfloor or substrate
- Dust containment and silica safety protocols during demolition
- Debris sorting for recycling and responsible disposal
- Final cleanup and floor preparation for next phase
- Hauling of all tile waste to certified disposal facility
- Same-day or next-day service availability across Lake County
Signs You Need Tile removal
- Cracked, chipped, or loose tiles in bathrooms or kitchens
- Outdated tile styles from 1990s-2000s homes in Deerfield or Glenview
- Mold or water damage visible under or around tile grout lines
- Uneven or sunken tiles indicating substrate failure
- Grout deterioration or missing grout lines in high-moisture areas
- Planned bathroom or kitchen renovation requiring tile demo first
- Commercial kitchen floor tile worn or broken from heavy foot traffic
- Tile bubbling or separating from adhesive failure
Our Tile removal Process
Site Assessment and Quote
We evaluate tile type, adhesive, square footage, and substrate condition at your Lake County location. Most quotes provided same-day or within 24 hours of inspection.
Area Preparation and Containment
We seal work areas with plastic sheeting and tape to contain dust, protecting adjacent rooms and HVAC systems. This step takes 30-60 minutes for average bathrooms or kitchen tile areas.
Tile Removal and Debris Extraction
Using pneumatic chippers, grinders, or hand tools, we remove all tile material in 4-8 hours depending on total square footage. Large commercial projects may require 1-2 days.
Adhesive Scraping and Substrate Prep
We remove all old thin-set, mastic, or mortar residue to create a clean, level surface. This critical step takes 2-4 hours for 200+ square feet.
Debris Hauling and Final Cleanup
All tile waste, adhesive, and debris loaded into our trucks for responsible disposal. Final sweep and cleanup completed same day, typically by 5 PM.
Types of Tile removal We Handle
- Ceramic tile removal from bathrooms and kitchens
- Porcelain tile demo including large-format tiles
- Natural stone tile removal (marble, granite, slate)
- Mosaic and decorative glass tile extraction
- Commercial kitchen floor tile removal
- Outdoor patio and deck tile demo
- Shower surround and wet area tile removal
Why Lake County Homeowners Choose Cortes Junk Removal
Cortes Junk Removal serves Lake County residents and businesses with specialized tile removal expertise spanning residential bathrooms in Evanston and Arlington Heights to commercial kitchen floors across Gurnee and Waukegan. We combine speed (most projects done in 1-3 days), safety (full silica dust containment per OSHA standards), and cleanliness (complete substrate preparation for your next flooring contractor) at competitive rates. Unlike general handymen, we focus exclusively on demo and hauling, ensuring expert adhesive removal and responsible waste disposal-giving Lake County homeowners peace of mind their renovation project starts on solid ground.
