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Countertops services
Home Improvement · 1 local pro listed · Updated Jul 9, 2026
A countertop fabricator templates, cuts, and installs quartz, granite, and solid-surface counters for kitchens and baths.
What countertops covers
- Quartz and granite
- Templating and fabrication
- Sink and cooktop cutouts
- Seam and edge finishing
- Removal of old tops
Typical countertops costs in the U.S.
Typical U.S. planning estimates — not quotes. Actual prices depend on scope, materials, access, and your local market. Always get an itemized quote before hiring.
| Job | Typical range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Laminate installed | $20–$50 | per sq ft |
| Quartz installed | $55–$120 | per sq ft |
| Granite installed | $50–$110 | per sq ft |
| Removal of old counter | $100–$400 | per job |
How hiring works
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Free in-home estimate
The contractor measures, discusses materials, and scopes the work at your property.
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Written proposal
You get an itemized quote covering materials, labor, timeline, and payment schedule.
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Permits and scheduling
Licensed contractors pull any required permits and book a start date.
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Build and final walkthrough
Work is completed, inspected, and you sign off before final payment.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Choosing a slab from a photo instead of seeing the actual stone
- Forgetting to budget the sink, faucet, and edge upgrade
- No seam-placement discussion before fabrication
Licensing & how it compares
Do I need a licensed pro for countertops?
Countertops is often unlicensed, so insurance, references, and a clear written scope matter even more than a license number.
Countertops vs. Cabinets
Countertops and Cabinets are both home improvement trades but solve different problems — book the one that matches your job, or a general contractor if the project spans both.
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Questions & answers about countertops
QWhat does countertops work include?
AA countertop fabricator templates, cuts, and installs quartz, granite, and solid-surface counters for kitchens and baths. Common jobs: quartz and granite, templating and fabrication, sink and cooktop cutouts, seam and edge finishing.
KnownPros Editorial Team
QWhat's the most common countertops hiring mistake?
AChoosing a slab from a photo instead of seeing the actual stone Comparing a few verified pros before you commit avoids most of it.
KnownPros Editorial Team
QHow much does countertops work cost?
ATypical countertops jobs in the U.S. run from about $20 to $400 depending on the work and materials — for example, laminate installed runs $20–$50 per sq ft. These are planning estimates, not quotes.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does countertops work cost?
Typical countertops jobs in the U.S. run from about $20 to $400 depending on the specific work, materials, and your local market. See the price table on this page for a breakdown by job type. These are planning estimates, not quotes — get an itemized quote before hiring.
Do I need a licensed countertops pro?
Not always — this trade is frequently unlicensed, so focus on proof of insurance, references, and a clear written scope.
What's included in countertops work?
A countertop fabricator templates, cuts, and installs quartz, granite, and solid-surface counters for kitchens and baths. Common jobs include quartz and granite, templating and fabrication, sink and cooktop cutouts, seam and edge finishing.
What does countertops work include?
A countertop fabricator templates, cuts, and installs quartz, granite, and solid-surface counters for kitchens and baths. Common jobs: quartz and granite, templating and fabrication, sink and cooktop cutouts, seam and edge finishing.
What's the most common countertops hiring mistake?
Choosing a slab from a photo instead of seeing the actual stone Comparing a few verified pros before you commit avoids most of it.
How much does countertops work cost?
Typical countertops jobs in the U.S. run from about $20 to $400 depending on the work and materials — for example, laminate installed runs $20–$50 per sq ft. These are planning estimates, not quotes.
Last updated July 9, 2026. Prices are typical U.S. planning estimates, reviewed by the KnownPros editorial team.