Kitchen countertop removal. It’s something you need to deal with. But, you’ll quickly learn that getting rid of remodeling debris isn’t quite so simple. After all, it’s not ordinary household garbage. Instead, it’s big, heavy, and in some cases, contains hazardous materials. So, you’ll need a different strategy. (Which is why many professional contractors rely on a junk removal service.) Read on to learn more about kitchen countertop removal and disposal and what you need to know.
Remodeling Debris Disposal Options
The real trick is what to do with the materials after you’ve pulled them out of the kitchen. Most people just don’t think about what they’ll do with the waste when they start a remodeling project. That is to say, until it becomes a chore. It’s then when you’re faced with a few options. For instance, you might consider putting the old kitchen countertops to use in another place.
You can easily remove a laminate kitchen countertop yourself if you are replacing it or renovating your kitchen. Although this does require some elbow grease and a little sweat and time, it is definitely within the skill range of the average DIYer. Of course, when removing your countertop, you will want to have a new one on hand to replace it so you don’t have to be without working space very long. --Do It Yourself
Or, you can opt to junk them. But, if you go with the latter choice, you’ll need to check with your local trash collection agency. Some materials are prohibited, due to size or the presence of hazardous materials. And, if you’re replacing the countertops as part of a larger remodeling project, it’s best to schedule remodeling debris removal. This way, you don’t have to do all the labor yourself.
Kitchen Countertop Removal in Venice
Now, onto the kitchen countertop removal process. As mentioned, this isn’t necessarily complex but it is time-consuming and effort intensive. Here’s how to go about a kitchen countertop removal:
- Pull up the sink. Turn off the water supply and place a pan under the sink with a towel underneath. Then, disconnect the water and drain lines. Next, pull the sink out and set it aside.
- Remove the backsplash. Usually, a backsplash is glued to the wall. So, use a chisel and pry bar to pull the backsplash off the wall. (If you want to reuse part or most of it, proceed with care.)
- Pry the countertop off the base. Next, you'll need to determine how the countertop is attached to the base. Typically, it's fastened with nails or screws. Start in an outside corner and pry the laminate countertop off the base.
- Unfasten any nails or screws. Once the countertop is off the base, remove any remaining, protruding nails or screws from the base. Now, you can install a new countertop or disassemble the base and replace the entire fixture.
When it’s time for a home improvement project in Venice, just phone 800-433-1094 or visit AAA Rousse Services.
