The average cost to remove carpet is between $120 and $200 for 200 square feet, which doesn’t include labor. The cost of labor ranges between $0.50 and $1.50 per square foot. You may be charged an additional carpet disposal fee. If the carpet has been glued down the cost could increase to $3 to $5 per square foot.  The cost of purchasing and installing ceramic tile is between $15 and $20 per square foot depending on the type you chose.