SERVICES

WHAT IS TILE REMOVAL AND GRINDING?

Tile removal and grinding is the process of safely removing existing floor tiles and preparing the underlying surface (usually concrete) for new flooring installation. It involves mechanical removal of tiles and adhesives, followed by grinding to smooth and level the slab, ensuring it’s clean, flat, and ready for the next floor system—whether that’s new tiles, timber, vinyl, epoxy, or polished concrete.

This service is essential when renovating floors, upgrading finishes, or addressing damaged or outdated tilework.

Here are the steps involved in tile removal and grinding:

• Initial Assessment: The flooring team inspects your tiles, adhesive, and subfloor to determine the most efficient removal and grinding approach. Factors like tile type, adhesive strength, and subfloor condition influence the process.

• Tile Removal: Tiles are mechanically removed using jackhammers or tile scrapers. Care is taken to minimize damage to the subfloor.

• Adhesive Removal: Once the tiles are gone, the remaining glue, mortar, or bedding compound is removed using high-powered concrete grinders fitted with aggressive diamond tooling.

• Floor Grinding: The bare concrete slab is ground to create a smooth, level, and contaminant-free surface. This step is essential for achieving proper adhesion of new flooring or coatings.

• Dust Control: Industrial dust extraction systems are used throughout the process to keep the environment as clean and safe as possible.

• Surface Clean-Up: The area is vacuumed and cleared of debris, leaving a flat and clean concrete surface, ready for your next flooring installation.

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TILE REMOVAL AND GRINDING VS SIMPLE TILE REMOVAL

Surface Preparation

Basic tile removal may leave behind adhesive residues, uneven concrete, or surface damage. Without grinding, new flooring installations can suffer from poor adhesion, height issues, or an uneven appearance.

With professional grinding, the concrete slab is properly prepared—smoother, flatter, and structurally sound—ensuring a better result for any floor system that follows.

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Efficiency and Finish

DIY or manual removal methods are time-consuming and usually leave behind rough patches, glue, and dust. Professional tile removal and grinding use commercial-grade equipment to speed up the process and deliver a cleaner, more consistent finish.

Grinding also allows for precise leveling, correcting undulations and surface damage from the previous installation.

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Suitability for Next Flooring

If you’re planning to install polished concrete, epoxy coating, vinyl planks, or timber flooring, slab grinding is non-negotiable. These systems require a clean and properly profiled surface for long-term performance.

Skipping this step can lead to bubbling, lifting, or cracking in the new floor.

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Cost

Tile removal alone is cheaper upfront, but if adhesive residue or slab imperfections remain, additional work may be required later—often at higher cost. Combining tile removal with grinding ensures a one-and-done solution, saving time and money in the long term.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED IN TILE REMOVAL AND GRINDING?

• On-site inspection and quote

• Safe mechanical tile removal

• Dust-controlled grinding of adhesives and grout

• Full concrete surface grinding and leveling

• Professional clean-up and disposal

• Optional slab patching or crack repairs if required

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IDEAL FOR:

• Homeowners renovating bathrooms, kitchens, or living spaces

• Businesses upgrading showroom or retail floors

• Property investors preparing for new flooring installations

• Spaces transitioning to epoxy, polished concrete, vinyl or hybrid flooring