Walk the Austin slab floor, pick your stone, then one crew templates, cuts, and installs it. No subcontractors, no handoffs.
Georgetown kitchens built in the seventies through the nineties usually have laminate or tile counters that are worn, chipped, or just dated. Replacing them with stone gives you a surface that lasts and cleans up easier, but the job is more than swapping slabs. The crew has to remove the old top, check the cabinets underneath, and work around the backsplash or tear it out if it’s damaged.
ATX Granite King handles the whole job with one crew from start to finish. You pick the actual slab off the Austin floor, then the same team templates, fabricates, and installs it. No subcontractors, no handoffs, no waiting for another crew to show up. The work includes sink cutout and setting the sink, so you don’t have to coordinate that separately.
The service area covers Georgetown and the I-35 corridor, including older neighborhoods near the square and newer builds out toward the county line. Whether it’s a flip, a rental, or your own kitchen, the crew works with stone that fits the budget, from rental-grade slabs to showpiece pieces.
You pick the slab off the Austin floor, then the same crew templates, cuts, and installs it. No subcontractors, no handoffs, no waiting for another team. The work includes sink cutout and setting the sink, so you don’t have to schedule that separately. The crew gives you dates in writing with the quote.
The Austin slab floor has 299 lots, including rental-grade and flip-grade stone. You don’t have to pay for a showpiece slab if you’re updating a rental or a flip. The crew works with granite, quartzite, engineered quartz, marble, dolomite, soapstone, porcelain slabs, and semi-precious stone.
The crew removes the old countertop and checks the cabinets underneath. If the backsplash is damaged or doesn’t match the new stone, they can tear it out and reset it. If it’s in good shape, they’ll work around it. The goal is to leave the kitchen ready to use, not halfway done.
Most Georgetown kitchens from the seventies to the nineties have laminate or tile counters. Laminate is glued down, so the crew has to pry it up and scrape off the adhesive. Tile is set in mortar, which is harder to remove and can take chunks out of the cabinet base if it’s not done carefully. The crew checks the cabinets underneath for water damage or rot, especially around the sink area. If the cabinets are solid, they’ll clean up the base and get it ready for the new top.
If the backsplash is tile, the crew can usually leave it in place if it’s in good shape. If it’s laminate or damaged tile, they’ll tear it out and reset it after the new countertop is installed. The same goes for outlets and switches, if they’re in the way, the crew will move them temporarily and put them back when the job is done. The goal is to leave the kitchen functional, not torn up.
Older homes near the Georgetown square sometimes have plaster walls, which can crack if the crew isn’t careful. The crew uses hand tools and slow pressure to avoid damaging the walls. If the plaster does crack, they’ll patch it, but it won’t match the texture of the original wall. Newer builds out toward the county line usually have drywall, which is easier to work with but still needs to be protected during the tear-out.
After the old countertop is out, the crew templates the new one. They use a laser or a physical template to measure the exact shape of the cabinets, including cutouts for the sink, faucet, and any appliances. The template accounts for overhang, backsplash height, and any irregularities in the cabinets. If the cabinets aren’t level, the crew will shim them or adjust the template to make sure the new top sits flat.
Once the template is done, the crew takes it back to the shop and cuts the slab. For stone, they use a wet saw with a diamond blade to avoid chipping. For engineered quartz, they use a different blade to prevent cracking. The cutout for the sink is done with a router, and the edges are polished to match the rest of the slab. The crew checks the fit before bringing it to the job site to avoid surprises.
On install day, the crew sets the new countertop in place and checks for level. If it’s stone, they’ll use a color-matched epoxy to fill any small gaps between the slab and the wall. For engineered quartz, they use a silicone adhesive. The sink is set and sealed, and the faucet is reconnected. The crew cleans up the dust and debris, but you’ll still need to wipe down the cabinets and walls afterward.
Granite is a natural stone that’s hard and heat tolerant, but it’s porous and needs sealing every few years. It’s a good choice for busy kitchens, but it can stain if spills aren’t wiped up quickly. Quartz is engineered from ground stone and resin, so it’s non-porous and doesn’t need sealing. It’s easier to clean but can be damaged by direct heat or long UV exposure, so it’s not ideal for outdoor kitchens or near south-facing windows.
Marble is calcium-based and etches from acids like lemon and vinegar, even if it’s sealed. It’s softer than granite and quartzite, so it can scratch and chip more easily. Quartzite is metamorphosed sandstone and is very hard, but some slabs sold as quartzite are softer and behave more like marble. Dolomite is similar to marble but a little harder, and soapstone is non-porous but can darken over time and scratch easily.
Porcelain slabs are thin and lightweight, so they’re easier to install, but they can crack if something heavy is dropped on them. Semi-precious stone is expensive and usually used for accents, not full countertops. The crew can show you samples of each material on the Austin slab floor so you can see how they look and feel in person before deciding.
If your backsplash is in good shape and matches the new countertop, you can keep it. The crew will work around it and seal the gap between the top and the backsplash. If it’s damaged or doesn’t match the new stone, you’ll need to replace it. Tile is easier to match than laminate, but even tile can be hard to find if it’s discontinued. The crew can reset the same tile if it’s still available, or they can install new tile or a different material.
If you’re replacing the backsplash, the crew can do it at the same time as the countertop or after. Doing it at the same time means one less disruption, but it can add to the cost. If you’re keeping the backsplash, the crew will need to remove a small section to install the new countertop, then reset it afterward. This can leave a visible seam, especially if the backsplash is tile.
Older Georgetown homes near the square sometimes have original tile backsplashes that are part of the kitchen’s character. If you want to keep them, the crew can work around them, but you’ll need to accept that the new countertop won’t sit flush against the wall. Newer builds usually have simpler backsplashes that are easier to replace. The crew can show you options for matching or contrasting materials.
Call to set up a time to walk the Austin slab floor. You’ll see the actual slabs, not just samples, so you can pick the one you want. The crew will measure your kitchen and give you a written quote with dates for templating and installation. There’s no deposit, and the quote is good for thirty days. If you’re not sure what material to choose, the crew can show you the tradeoffs in person.
If you’re updating a rental or a flip, the crew can work with rental-grade or flip-grade stone to keep the cost down. They partner with a slab selection and fabrication company for these jobs, so you don’t have to pay for a showpiece slab. The same crew handles the whole job, so you don’t have to coordinate with multiple contractors.
The crew is reachable seven days a week, and they service Georgetown and the I-35 corridor. Once you pick your slab, they’ll template your kitchen, fabricate the countertop, and install it. The work includes sink cutout and setting the sink, so you don’t have to schedule that separately. Call for a straight quote.
$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.
The crew checks the cabinets underneath the old countertop for water damage or rot. If they’re solid, they’ll clean up the base and get it ready for the new top. If they’re damaged, you’ll need to repair or replace them before the new countertop can be installed. The crew doesn’t do cabinet work, but they can recommend a carpenter if you need one.
You can keep it if it’s in good shape and matches the new countertop. The crew will work around it and seal the gap between the top and the backsplash. If it’s damaged or doesn’t match, you’ll need to replace it. The crew can reset the same tile if it’s still available, or they can install new tile or a different material.
Granite is hard and heat tolerant but needs sealing. Quartz is non-porous and doesn’t need sealing but can be damaged by heat. Marble is softer and etches from acids, even if it’s sealed. The crew can show you samples on the Austin slab floor so you can see how they look and feel in person. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, it depends on how you use your kitchen.
Quartz is non-porous and easy to clean, but it can be damaged by direct heat or long UV exposure. It’s not ideal for outdoor kitchens or near south-facing windows. It’s also more expensive than some natural stones, and the color options can be limited depending on the brand. The crew can show you the tradeoffs on the Austin slab floor.
The crew gives you dates in writing with the quote. Templating happens after the old countertop is removed, and installation happens after the new slab is cut. The timeline depends on the material you choose and how busy the shop is. The crew doesn’t promise same-day or next-day service, but they’ll give you a schedule upfront.
Tell us the rooms, the rough square footage and what you have in mind for kitchen countertop replacement in georgetown. You get a number for the whole job, in writing, before anyone cuts anything.