Old flooring removal in Warsaw: linoleum, carpet, tiles

Removal cost

The price depends on the kind of covering and the size of the area. Up-to-date rates are shown in the table. Disposal of construction waste is charged separately.

Ordering in the appWhat a “Old flooring removal” request looks like in the appPick the service, take a photo of the old floor covering and the estimate shows up straight away. After the address and date, the request goes out to independent handymen nearby. They send their offers with a price, and you compare and choose.Service and a photoAddress and a day that suits youOffers from handymen, you chooseStep 1 of 5FloorsOld flooring removal20–30 zł · per m²How many m²?15 m²Estimate≈ 300–450 złPhotos: show what needs doingNext Step 2 of 5Where?Warsaw, WolaWhen suits you?WeekdayWeekendAny dayDescriptionOld glued linoleum to rip up in kitchenSend request 3 offersOld flooring removalWarsaw, WolaSentPZPawel Z.300 złI’ll check the subfloor is level first.ChooseTRTomasz R.360 złRemoving the old floor is extra.ChooseDPDmytro P.400 złI cut on site and clean up the dust.ChoosePost a request

Rather hand the job over? More here: tiling services in Warsaw.

What gets removed

• Linoleum (including mastic-glued — the most time-consuming kind).
• Carpet (quick to remove if loose-laid; glued-down takes more time).
• PVC sheeting and vinyl tiles.
• Old underlay and leftover adhesive.
• Ceramic tiles (using a demolition hammer).

Old flooring removal: how the work goes

1. Inspection: they check what kind of covering is there and how it is fixed to the substrate.
2. Skirting boards are taken off (if they get in the way).
3. The covering is cut or prised up, then rolled up or removed in sections.
4. Adhesive residue is scraped away or sanded off.
5. The screed is inspected for cracks and moisture.
6. Waste is packed into bags.

Common mistakes

• Leaving old adhesive on the screed: the new floor will sit unevenly.
• Putting new linoleum over old — humps, bubbles, odour.
• Breaking up tiles without protecting the screed, this damages the substrate, and then levelling is needed.
• No ventilation: removing old floors can create dust and adhesive fumes.

What to prepare

• Remove furniture from the room.
• Make sure there is ventilation — open the windows.
• Prepare heavy-duty waste bags (or the technician can bring his own for a fee).
• Decide who will take care of waste disposal.

Old flooring removal in practice: a Warsaw case

A flat in Bemowo, 55 m²: old linoleum on mastic from the 1990s. It was tough to remove: the adhesive had really keyed into the screed. The technician spent a full day with a scraper and a floor grinder. In the end, the screed underneath was in good condition — the new vinyl flooring went down without a problem.

Frequently asked questions

How long does removal take?

Loose-laid carpet: 30 minutes per room. Mastic-glued linoleum, a full day for an apartment. Tiles: depends on the area and thickness.

Can I lay a new floor over the old one?

In rare cases yes (e.g., new linoleum over old if it is flat). But usually it is better to strip — the result will be flatter and last longer.

Book the removal

Tradespeople will remove any old floor covering and get the substrate ready.