Countertop Installation in Homestead, FL
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Countertop Installation in Homestead, FL
A countertop is the part of the kitchen you touch every day, and it is also where most of the horror stories start: a price that grew after the contract, seams in the wrong place, a long wait after measuring, or a top that is not level. GXG Remodeling installs quartz, granite and other stone countertops for homeowners in Homestead and across South Miami-Dade, with an itemized written estimate before any work begins.
We install countertops on their own or as part of a kitchen remodel. If you are also changing cabinets, the order matters, and we plan it so the new countertops are measured from cabinets that are already installed and level.
Countertop Installation Cost in Homestead, FL
Typical Kitchen Countertops
$2,000 to $8,000
For a typical kitchen, from basic to premium material. Your price depends on the material, square footage, edges, cutouts and backsplash. Request a free estimate for pricing specific to your kitchen. Every project is custom.
Quartz, installed (reported Miami range)
$60 to $120 per sq ft
Typical 40 to 50 sq ft kitchen, basic to mid quartz
$2,400 to $6,000
Premium slabs, waterfall edges, large islands
Higher, priced to your design
These ranges are general industry ballparks, shown for education only, not a GXG quote. Every project is custom, so your real price comes from a free estimate.
These are typical reported ranges, not a quote. Granite, quartzite and other stones vary widely by slab, so we price the specific material you choose. What moves the number most: the stone itself, total square footage, edge profile, waterfall sides, sink and cooktop cutouts, backsplash height and tear-out of the old top. See our kitchen remodel cost guide for how countertops fit into the whole budget.
Quartz, Granite or Quartzite: Choosing for a South Florida Kitchen
- QuartzEngineered, non-porous, no sealing, consistent pattern. Resists stains and humidity. Avoid hot pans and constant direct sun.
- GraniteNatural stone with character and good heat tolerance. Needs sealing from time to time and varies slab to slab.
- QuartziteA hard natural stone, often chosen for a marble look. Usually needs sealing. It is not the same thing as quartz, a common mix-up.
- LaminateThe lowest cost option, with a wider range of looks than people expect. Less durable around heat and water at the seams.
Humid air, salt exposure near the coast and summer heat are good reasons to prefer a non-porous or well-sealed surface. If your countertop will sit on a sunny lanai or outdoor kitchen, ask about the specific product, because indoor-rated materials are not always made for UV and weather.
How to Protect Yourself on Any Countertop Job
Countertop complaints are surprisingly consistent, and most can be avoided by asking the right questions before you sign. Use this list with any installer, including us.
- Get the price itemizedMaterial, fabrication, edge, cutouts, backsplash, tear-out, haul-away and plumbing reconnection as separate lines.
- Choose the slab, not just the colorNatural stone varies, so ask to see the actual slab or a photo of it.
- Approve the seam layout before cuttingWhere the seams fall is a design decision, not just a fabrication decision.
- Check the cabinets firstOut-of-level cabinets cause uneven tops, and the template is only as good as what it is measured from.
- Ask what happens if something is wrongA bad template, a chipped edge or the wrong cutout should have a clear remedy.
- Hold the final payment until the walkthroughPay the balance when the work is finished and you have checked it.
- Verify the license and insuranceYou can look up any Florida contractor for free on myfloridalicense.com.
Our Process
- Free estimate, with measurements and your material choice
- Itemized written estimate with the scope and price in writing
- Cabinets confirmed in place and level before ordering
- Template, fabrication and delivery on the schedule we give you in writing
- Installation, sink and faucet reconnection, caulk and cleanup
- Final walkthrough before we call it done
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does countertop installation cost in Homestead, FL?
As a general industry ballpark, not a GXG quote, it depends mostly on the material, the square footage and the edge and cutout details. For quartz in the Miami area, installed prices are commonly quoted around $60 to $120 per square foot, which puts a typical 40 to 50 square foot kitchen roughly between $2,400 and $6,000 for basic to mid-range slabs, with premium slabs and waterfall edges costing more. Those are reported market ranges, not a quote. We give you an itemized written estimate for your actual choice. Every project is custom, so your real price comes from a free estimate.
Quartz or granite: which is better in Florida?
Both work well here, and the best choice depends on how you live. Quartz is man-made, non-porous and does not need sealing, so it resists stains and humidity easily and gives a uniform look. Granite is a natural stone with more variation and good heat tolerance, but it needs sealing from time to time. Quartzite is a natural stone that is very hard and also needs sealing. If a countertop will sit in strong direct sun, such as an outdoor kitchen, ask about the specific material, because many resin-based quartz products are not made for constant UV exposure.
Can I put a hot pan on a quartz countertop?
It is best not to. Quartz contains resin, and sudden high heat can leave marks or cracks. Use a trivet for hot pans and pots, even on heat-tolerant stone like granite, to protect the surface and the sealer.
Do I need the cabinets installed before the countertops?
Yes. The countertop is measured and templated from cabinets that are already installed and level. If the cabinets are being replaced or refaced, that work comes first, and the new countertops follow. If you are keeping your cabinets, we check that they are sturdy and level before anything is ordered.
Do you remove the old countertops?
Yes, removal and haul-away can be included in the estimate. We list it as its own line so you can see it. Tear-out, sink and faucet reconnection, backsplash and edge details are itemized so there is no surprise at the end.
How long does a countertop installation take?
The installation itself usually takes a few hours for a standard kitchen. The longer part is the time between measuring and install, because the stone is cut to your exact template, and that depends on slab availability and the shop schedule, including during hurricane season. We give you the expected timeline in writing when you choose your material.
Do I need a permit to replace countertops?
Swapping countertops on existing cabinets generally does not need a permit. Moving plumbing, adding electrical or changing the layout can. We flag it at the estimate, and the building department for your address has the final word.
Where will the seams go, and can I see them first?
Seam location matters, because it is the detail people notice most. Ask any installer to show you the seam layout before the stone is cut. We walk through where the seams would fall on your layout when we measure, so you are not seeing it for the first time on install day.
Ready for new countertops? Call (786) 724-5571 or request a free estimate. Updating the whole kitchen? See kitchen remodeling, and if you are deciding what to do with your cabinets, read cabinet refacing vs. cabinet painting.
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What Homestead Homeowners
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5.0 out of 5, based on 10 reviews
"GXG Remodeling repainted our whole exterior and it held up perfectly through the first rainy season. Clean job site, showed up on time every day."
"We had our kitchen cabinets painted instead of replaced and they look brand new. Saved us thousands and the crew was professional start to finish."
"Fast, honest, and the price matched the written estimate exactly. Would call GXG again for our next project."
"Professional from the first call to the final walkthrough. Our home looks brand new."
"Great communication throughout the whole project and the crew cleaned up every day before leaving."
"Would recommend GXG to anyone in Homestead looking for quality work at a fair price."