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Following are the questions we are asked most often.

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  Installation
 
  • How do I schedule my job and receive an installation date?
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  • Once I sign up, how long do I have to wait until my countertops can be installed?
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  • Will I have an opportunity to see my stone slab(s) before my countertops are installed?
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  • Can I install granite, marble or quartz on top of my existing countertops?
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  • What is the typical overhang on countertops?
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  • If I have an overhang of more than 6" on a countertop or raised bar, do I need any supports?
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  • Do my cabinets need to be completely installed before installation of counters?
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  • How long does it take to install a natural stone kitchen? A bathroom vanity?
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  • How long does it take to install a full height granite backsplash?
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  • I need a new undermount sink and faucet to go with my new countertops. Where can I buy them?
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  • What is the procedure for slide-in ranges, drop-in cooktops, and rear downdraft vents?
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  • When will I need to schedule the plumber and/or electrician?
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  • During installation, will any dust be created?
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  • Will my countertops have any seams?
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  • Can I mix & match materials or edges in my kitchen?
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  • Why do some materials cost more than others?
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  • Why do I need the actual sink & faucet and the make & model numbers of my cooktop & downdraft exhaust vent when you measue my job for fabrication?
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  • Do my old countertops need to be removed in order to take measurements for fabrication?
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  • My neighbor has granite countertops. I noticed shims between the bottom of the granite and the cabinets. Is this normal?
  •   Maintenance
     
  • How do I care for my new natural stone installation?
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