Granite or quartz: which should I choose?
Granite is natural, one-of-a-kind and the more heat-proof of the two; it needs a yearly wipe-on sealer. Quartz is engineered, extremely stain-resistant and consistent from sample to slab; it needs trivets under hot pans. In the yard we will put your shortlist side by side under kitchen-temperature lighting and let the stone argue for itself.
How much does an average kitchen cost?
A typical 45 sq ft kitchen runs $2,200 to $3,100 in our Builder tier and $3,000 to $4,300 in Signature, fully installed. Islands with waterfall ends and exotic lots go up from there. Your quote is fixed once we template; there are no measure-day surprises.
Do you remove and dispose of my old countertops?
Yes. Tear-out of laminate or tile tops is $350 flat for most kitchens, done the morning of install, hauled away the same day. Existing stone removal is quoted after a photo because weight and anchoring vary.
Where will the seams be?
You will know before we cut. Seam positions are shown on your digital layout for approval, placed at sink centres or low-sightline runs wherever the slab allows. Runs under 3 metres are usually seam-free in 3 cm stone.
Do I need to be home for templating and install?
For templating, yes; we confirm overhangs, sink and tap positions with you in person and it takes about 45 minutes. For install, anyone over 18 can let the crew in, and your project manager sends photos as the work is signed off.
What does the 15-year warranty actually cover?
Everything we did with our hands: seams opening or discolouring, sink anchoring, edge and polish defects, and installation-caused cracks. It does not cover impact damage or stains from unsealed spills left for days. It is written in plain English on one page and transfers if you sell the house.