For a great-looking and durable kitchen worksurface, you can’t go wrong with granite countertops. This natural stone resists heat, stains and scratches, making it an ideal work surface for busy kitchens.
Ready for a new look in your kitchen? Call your local Mr. Handyman for professional granite countertop installation.
Our start-to-finish granite countertop installation services start with removing the old countertop, and don’t end until we’ve prepared the base cabinets and caulked the seams; we won’t leave you hanging with a half-finished installation.
Our countertop installation services don’t stop there. Thanks to our years of experience in the kitchen remodel industry, once we install the countertop, we can take care of cabinet repair and installation, backsplashes and more.
Since granite is a porous stone, it must be sealed to protect it from stains and liquids. After installation, our experts will take care of this important step and give you professional tips on the best way to maintain your new countertop. The maintenance interval will vary based on the type of granite.
It’s rare for granite to crack or chip, but when it does, you want professional granite repair services. Most granite repairs are done with an epoxy resin color-matched to the natural stone. This resin is applied to the crack or chip and allowed to cure. Once it’s cured, it’ll look like nothing ever happened.
Once Mr. Handyman arrives, we’ll assess the damaged area and get right to work sealing the damage with a color-matched epoxy. We’ll also look for possible causes to prevent it from happening again.
Since granite countertops are a hefty investment, you want professional installers you can trust. With years of experience and our Neighborly Done Right Promise™, Mr. Handyman is your trusted local granite countertop installation expert. Give us a call or request service online today!
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Mr. Handyman has been helping homeowners repair, maintain, and enhance their spaces for over 25 years! We are the one-stop solution for everything on your to-do list. This includes answering your questions about home repairs, maintenance, and improvements. Here are answers to some of your most frequently asked questions about granite countertop installation services.
Yes, technically you can do a granite countertop installation yourself. It requires experience and precision in measuring the template, cutting and shaping for sink and stove with a wet saw and a diamond blade, as well as securing and sealing the granite countertop. When installing a granite countertop, be mindful that a typical slab can weigh several hundred pounds, depending on size and thickness.
Consider leaving the labor-intensive countertop installation to experienced pros, especially if your countertop layout is complex or requires seams. You likely want to ensure your high-end granite is handled properly to avoid costly mistakes.
Your granite countertop will be supported by your base cabinets and the surface must be secured to the base cabinet. Because it’s a natural stone, you don’t want to ruin it by screwing it into those cabinets. Instead, you’ll need a construction adhesive product that is designed specifically for granite countertops. Granite slabs should be installed with granite adhesive, which is an epoxy glue, making it a better option than mastic glue or general adhesive. You can apply this granite adhesive to the edge of the cabinet and then lower the countertop onto the cabinet. Once it’s in place, the glue will dry to keep your granite countertop secure.
If your granite slab is less than 3 cm thick, over your dishwasher, or for a bartop overhang, you’ll need something to put under the countertop. The most popular option is plywood. Plywood is durable, which will give your fragile granite the extra support it needs. Plywood is also one of the cheaper options while still being solid enough to support the countertop. If you don’t want to use plywood, you can also secure your granite countertop with poles, brackets, or corbels.
For countertops that overhang the cabinets by more than eight to ten inches, you can install support brackets or corbels. When installing brackets, make sure you secure them to one of the studs and align them with the granite countertop overhang for even more support. To finish your granite countertop installation, apply the adhesive, spacing them out six to twelve inches all along the edge. Avoid using too much adhesive to make positioning your countertop even easier.
A granite countertop is so heavy that it can actually hold itself in place. However, you should still run a layer of acrylic caulk on the underside of the slab where its base meets the cabinet top. If you need an extra layer of stability, you can use shims or brackets. Hidden countertop brackets can also be attached to the countertop. For a balanced solution, install your brackets every twenty-four inches around the perimeter.
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