Tile Tear-Out & Removal

Old tile out, substrate intact, and the space ready for what comes next — done cleanly every time.

Tile removal looks straightforward until you have watched someone do it wrong. Aggressive demo work that does not account for what is underneath leaves gouged subfloors, cracked cement board, and damaged wall framing that now has to be repaired before any new tile can go in. That adds cost and time to a project that did not need either. Bill Finney Tile approaches tear-out work the same way the rest of the trade gets approached — methodically, with the next step already in mind. The goal is not just to get the old tile off. It is to leave the surface in a condition that is actually ready for what follows.

Tear-out at Bill Finney Tile covers floor tile removal, wall tile removal, tub surround demolition, and full bathroom strip-outs. Every removal starts with an assessment of what is underneath — subfloor condition, backer board integrity, framing moisture — so that any problems found during demo are identified and communicated before they affect the installation schedule. In the Pacific Northwest, moisture behind bathroom walls is more common than most homeowners expect. Finding it during demo, not after the new tile is halfway up, is what keeps a project on track.

Cleanup and haul-away are part of the service. When Bill Finney Tile finishes a tear-out, the debris is gone and the space is ready for the next phase of work. If you are planning a bathroom or kitchen retile in Battle Ground, Vancouver, Camas, or anywhere in Clark County and need the old tile removed first, call (855) 922-2636. Bill will tell you exactly what the removal involves and what condition you can expect the surface to be in when it is done.

What We Offer:

Floor Tile Removal – Full removal of existing floor tile and adhesive residue, with subfloor assessment completed before the removal is considered finished. The floor has to be ready for new installation, not just cleared of the old tile.
Wall Tile Tear-Out – Careful removal of wall tile in bathrooms, kitchens, and other tiled areas with attention to what is behind the wall — moisture, framing condition, and backer board integrity all get checked during the process.
Tub Surround Demolition – Full tear-out of tub surrounds, including tile, backer board, and liner removal where needed, down to a clean substrate ready for waterproofing and reinstallation.
Full Bathroom Strip-Out – Complete tile removal for full bathroom remodels — floors, walls, shower enclosures — managed as a single coordinated scope of work rather than separate removal phases.
Subfloor & Substrate Assessment – Every tear-out includes an honest assessment of what the removal revealed. If the subfloor is soft, the framing is wet, or the backer board is compromised, you will know before new tile goes in.
Debris Removal & Haul-Away – All tile, adhesive, backer board, and demo debris is removed from the property and hauled away. The space is left clean and ready for the next phase of work.

Why Choose Bill Finney Tile for Tile Tear-Out & Removal

Demo Work Done With the Next Step in Mind – Bill Finney Tile does not treat tear-out as a separate job that someone else will have to deal with after. The removal is done with the installation standard already in mind — which means the substrate left behind is actually ready for new tile, not just cleared of the old stuff.
Moisture & Substrate Problems Found Early – In Southwest Washington homes, hidden moisture behind bathroom tile is a real and common problem. Bill Finney Tile identifies these issues during the demo phase — not halfway through a new installation when the damage is already affecting the timeline and budget.
45 Years Reading Substrates – After four decades of tear-outs and reinstalls across Clark County, Bill knows what a compromised subfloor feels like, what water-damaged framing looks like, and what backer board is and is not salvageable. That read happens during every removal job.
Full Scope Under One Contractor – When Bill Finney Tile handles both the tear-out and the new installation, nothing gets lost between two separate crews. The person removing the tile is the same person setting the new one. Accountability does not change hands mid-project.
Licensed, Bonded & Insured in Washington State – Demolition work carries its own set of risks. Every tear-out project Bill Finney Tile completes in Battle Ground, Vancouver, and the surrounding area is fully insured. You are covered from the first swing to the final cleanup.