You pick the actual slab off a real Austin slab floor. Then one crew handles template, fabrication, and installation for your Belton kitchen.
Replacing kitchen countertops means pulling off the old surface without damaging the cabinets underneath. In Belton, homes range from mid century ranch houses with original laminate to newer subdivisions with dated tile or low end stone. Every job starts the same way: the crew removes the existing countertop, disconnects the sink and cooktop, and preps the cabinet tops for the new slab.
The backsplash usually comes off with the old countertop. If the backsplash is tile that runs down to the counter, it has to be removed to get a clean surface for the new stone. If the countertop has a 4 inch backsplash that is separate from the wall tile, that 4 inch piece comes off and the wall tile stays. The crew does not remove wall tile that is not attached to the counter unless you ask for it separately.
Cabinets stay in place unless they are structurally unsound. The crew checks that the tops are level and the cabinet boxes can support the weight of stone. Granite and quartzite are heavy. Engineered quartz is also heavy. If the cabinets need shimming or bracing, the crew does that before templating. No cabinet replacement is needed for a countertop swap in a kitchen that is already built.
You go to a direct importer slab floor in Austin that holds 299 lots. You see the actual slab you will get, not a sample chip. The crew works with a slab partner for rental grade and flip grade stone, so a Belton rental property does not have to pay for a showpiece slab. You choose what fits the house and the budget.
The same crew that templates your Belton kitchen fabricates the stone and installs it. No handoffs between a templating crew and a separate install crew. That means the person who measured the cutouts and the seams is the same person who sets the stone on your cabinets. Sink cutout and sink set are included in the fabrication work.
Granite is a natural igneous stone that is hard and heat tolerant but porous enough to want sealing. Quartzite is metamorphosed sandstone and very hard, though some slabs sold as quartzite are softer. Engineered quartz is non porous and needs no sealing, but it can be damaged by direct heat. Marble is calcium based and etches from acids regardless of sealing. The crew handles all of these plus dolomite, soapstone, porcelain slabs, and semi precious stone.
In most Belton kitchens, the backsplash runs from the countertop up the wall. If the backsplash is tile that stops at the counter or has a separate 4 inch stone backsplash, the 4 inch piece comes off with the old countertop. The wall tile above that 4 inch band stays in place. The new stone goes in with its own 4 inch backsplash or with a full slab backsplash that meets the existing wall tile.
If the tile backsplash extends down to the countertop surface with no separate 4 inch piece, the crew has to remove the bottom row of tile to get a clean seam. That means you will need new tile or a new backsplash after the countertop is in. The crew does not install tile. They can advise you on what to expect so you can plan the backsplash work with your tile contractor.
Full slab backsplashes are an option. Instead of tile, the crew can run the countertop material up the wall as a slab backsplash. That adds material cost and fabrication time. It eliminates the grout line between counter and backsplash. It also means the backsplash is the same stone as the counter, so you buy a larger slab or a second slab.
Cabinets in Belton homes vary by age. Newer subdivisions have plywood boxes that are square and level. Older homes from the 1950s through 1970s may have particleboard boxes or cabinets that settled over time. The crew checks that the cabinet tops are within a quarter inch of level across the run. If they are not, the crew shims the tops before templating so the stone sits flat.
The weight of stone matters. Granite and quartzite weigh about 13 to 15 pounds per square foot for a standard 3 centimeter slab. Engineered quartz is similar. A typical Belton kitchen with 40 square feet of countertop carries 500 to 600 pounds of stone. Cabinets that are rotted at the back or have water damage need repair before the crew sets stone. The crew will tell you if they find a problem.
No cabinet removal is needed for a countertop swap. The crew works around the existing cabinets. If you are planning to replace cabinets later, do the countertop after the new cabinets are installed. Setting stone on old cabinets that will be torn out later wastes the stone and the fabrication cost.
After the old countertop is removed and the cabinets are prepped, the crew templates the kitchen. Templating means measuring the exact dimensions of every countertop section, including sink and cooktop cutouts, seam locations, and backsplash height. The crew uses a digital templating system that accounts for wall bowing and corner angles. Belton homes with plaster walls or old framing may have walls that are not square.
The template determines where seams will be. Seams are necessary on islands longer than the slab width and on L shaped or U shaped runs. The crew places seams at natural break points, often at the sink or cooktop cutout so the seam is less visible. Seams in granite and quartzite can be matched closely by color. Seams in engineered quartz are usually invisible because the material is consistent.
The template also marks the location of the sink and faucet holes. If you are keeping your existing sink, the crew measures it. If you are buying a new sink, you need to have it on site or have the model dimensions ready. Undermount sinks require the stone to be cut to the sink rim profile. Drop in sinks need a cutout with a lip. The crew does both types.
Granite is a natural igneous stone that is hard and heat tolerant. You can set a hot pan on granite without damaging it. The downside is that granite is porous and needs sealing every year or two depending on the slab density. If you do not seal granite, oil and wine can stain it. Granite is also heavy and can chip at the edges if hit hard.
Engineered quartz is made from ground stone and resin. It is non porous and never needs sealing. It does not stain from coffee or wine. The downside is that quartz cannot take direct heat. A hot pan set on quartz can crack the resin. Quartz also degrades in direct sunlight over time, so it is not a good choice for outdoor kitchens or windows with strong UV exposure.
Quartzite is metamorphosed sandstone and is very hard. It resists heat and scratches better than granite in many cases. The tradeoff is that some slabs sold as quartzite are actually softer stone that behaves more like marble. Those softer slabs can etch from acids and scratch more easily. You need to know what you are buying. The crew can help you identify the slab you pick on the Austin slab floor.
Call the crew at (512) 297 7493. They are reachable seven days a week. Tell them the size of your kitchen, the material you are interested in, and whether you have a sink and cooktop ready. They will give you a straight quote over the phone or after a site visit. No pressure. No hidden fees. The quote includes removal of the old countertop, template, fabrication, installation, sink cutout, and sink set.
If you want to see slabs, the crew will direct you to the Austin slab floor with 299 lots. You can go during business hours and pick the exact slab you want. You can also ask about rental grade or flip grade stone if the Belton property is a rental. That option lets you get a solid stone surface without paying for a premium slab.
The crew gives you the timeline in writing with the quote. They do not promise same day or next day work. The process from template to install typically takes a few days to a week depending on the material and the crew's schedule. You will know the exact dates before you commit. Call for a straight quote and a written timeline.
$38 per square foot, cut, measure, and install included. Jobs over 1,000 square feet: $30 per square foot.
Sink cutout and sink set are included in the fabrication work. Non standard work is still quoted before work begins. Send the rough square footage and the rooms involved, or call (512) 297-7493 for a straight quote.
No. The crew removes the old countertop as part of the job. They disconnect the sink and cooktop, pull the old laminate or tile or stone, and dispose of it. You do not need to do any demolition. The only thing you need to do is have the sink and cooktop disconnected from plumbing and electrical if you want the crew to do the disconnect, or you can have a plumber and electrician do it before the crew arrives.
Yes, if the sink is in good shape and you want to reuse it. The crew needs the sink on site during templating to measure the cutout. If the sink is an undermount model, the crew cuts the stone to fit the sink rim. If the sink is a drop in, the crew cuts a hole with a lip. The only downside is that if your sink is very old or has a non standard shape, finding a new countertop that fits perfectly can be harder. Most standard sinks work fine.
In most cases, no. The crew checks that the cabinet tops are level and the boxes are solid enough to support the weight of stone. Older Belton homes may have cabinets that are slightly out of level, but the crew can shim the tops. If the cabinets have water damage or rot at the back near the sink, that needs repair before stone goes on. The crew will tell you if they see a problem. Cabinet replacement is a separate project.
Granite and quartzite are the best choices for heat tolerance. You can set a hot pan directly on granite or quartzite without damaging it. Engineered quartz cannot take direct heat. A hot pan can crack the resin. Marble is also heat tolerant but etches from acids. So if you cook with a lot of lemon juice or vinegar, marble will show etch marks regardless of sealing. The crew can show you slabs on the Austin floor that fit your cooking habits.
The main downside is that you have to drive to Austin to see the slab floor. For someone in Belton that is a 45 minute to hour drive depending on traffic. The upside is that you see the exact slab you will get, not a small sample that may not show the full veining or color variation. Granite and quartzite slabs vary from one lot to another. What you see on the floor is what goes in your kitchen. No surprises.
Tell us the rooms, the rough square footage and what you have in mind for kitchen countertop replacement in belton. You get a number for the whole job, in writing, before anyone cuts anything.