Bathroom Demolition Done Right — Tile, Tub, Shower & Vanity Tear-Out
The Bathroom Demo That Doesn't Wreck Your House
Bathroom demolition is the messiest part of any remodel — old tile dust, leaking plumbing surprises, and cracked subfloors all show up here first. Wasatch Tile Removal & Demolition handles bathroom tear-outs every week across Salt Lake City and Park City. Our dust-free system means the rest of your house stays livable while we work. From tub-to-shower conversions to full master bath gut jobs, we remove every surface cleanly and leave you with a clean, code-ready space for your remodeler.
What We Remove in a Bathroom Demo
• Floor tile — ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, mosaic
• Shower tile, tile shower pans, and tile tub surrounds
• Bathtubs (cast iron, steel, fiberglass, acrylic)
• Shower enclosures, glass doors, shower pans
• Toilets and toilet flanges
• Vanities, vanity tops, and integrated sinks
• Mirrors and medicine cabinets
• Drywall, cement board, backer board
• Subfloor (when water damage requires replacement)
• Non-load-bearing walls for layout changes
Tub-to-Shower Conversions: Our Specialty
We do dozens of tub-to-shower conversions every year. It's the most common bathroom remodel in Utah — older homes have built-in tubs that nobody uses, and the curbless walk-in shower is the modern upgrade. We handle every part of the demolition:
• Remove the existing tub without damaging surrounding tile (when possible)
• Strip tile from the surround down to studs
• Inspect for hidden water damage and rotten studs (we tell you what we find)
• Rough-cap the drain location for your plumber to relocate
• Remove and dispose of all debris same-day
Our Bathroom Demolition Process
Step 1: Quick Walk-Through & Estimate We visit your bathroom, look at what's coming out, check access routes through the home, and provide a flat-rate quote — usually within 24 hours.
Step 2: Full Containment We seal the bathroom doorway with zip walls and lay floor protection through every room between the bathroom and our exit. Your hallway carpet, hardwood floors, and walls are protected throughout the job.
Step 3: Dust-Free Tile & Surface Removal Our HEPA dust-free system runs the entire time. We chip tile from floors and walls, remove substrates and underlayments, and break out tubs and shower pans without sending dust through your air vents.
Step 4: Plumbing Cap & Subfloor Inspection We cap exposed plumbing for your plumber and inspect the subfloor for water damage. If we find rot, we tell you immediately so you can budget for repair before your remodeler shows up.
Step 5: Haul-Out & Final Clean All debris loaded into our trailer and disposed of at the dump. We leave the bathroom vacuumed and ready for your next contractor.
Why Wasatch for Bathroom Demolition
• Dust-free system with HEPA filtration — your home stays clean while we work
• 8+ years in business and 1,500+ completed jobs across the Wasatch Front
• Fully licensed and insured Utah contractor
• 10+ person crew means we can tackle small remodels or multi-unit projects
• 5-star Google rating from 160+ verified customers
• Free, no-pressure on-site estimates — usually within 24 hours
• Family-owned and locally-grown — built by a young Utah entrepreneur who answers his own phone
Service Area
Salt Lake City · Park City · Murray · Sandy · Draper · South Jordan · West Jordan · Holladay · Cottonwood Heights · Midvale · Taylorsville · Provo · Orem · Ogden · Layton · Bountiful · Heber City · Summit County · Wasatch County
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does bathroom demolition cost in Utah? A standard guest bathroom demo (tile floor, tub surround, vanity) runs $900–$1,800. A master bath gut job with tile shower, large vanity, and tub typically runs $1,800–$3,500. Tub-to-shower conversions average $1,200–$2,200 depending on tile complexity.
How long does bathroom demolition take? A guest bathroom is usually 1 day. A master bath or full gut takes 1.5–2 days. We work fast because we have a 10+ person crew — we can put 2–3 people on your bathroom and finish in a single day where a solo contractor would take 3.
What if you find water damage during demo? We stop, take photos, and call you immediately. You decide if we keep going or pause for a structural assessment. We don't hide problems — finding hidden water damage during demo is actually one of the most valuable things we do because it saves your remodel from disaster.
Do you remove the bathtub? Yes. Cast iron tubs require us to break them with a sledge for safe removal (we handle this cleanly with containment). Acrylic and fiberglass tubs come out in one piece.
Can you do bathroom demo for a tile shower remodel only? Yes — we frequently do "shower-only" demos where we remove the tile shower walls, pan, and curb but leave the rest of the bathroom intact. Pricing usually runs $700–$1,650.