What to look for
- Experience with your material
- Liability insurance
- A chance to pick or approve your slab
- A clear template and install timeline
- A warranty on fabrication and installation
Questions to ask before you hire
- Can I choose or approve the slab?
- Where will the seams go?
- Are sink cutouts, faucet holes and edge profiles included?
- Is removing the old countertops included?
- Is the first sealing included, if the stone needs it?
Getting and comparing quotes
Countertops are priced by square foot plus extras, so give each installer the same measurements, material, edge and cutouts. Compare the extras, since that's where totals differ.
Red flags
- Won't let you see the slab
- Can't say where seams will go
- Leaves out cutouts or removal
- Wants full payment before templating