Granite Countertops in Lewisville, TX
We measure, supply and fit granite countertops in kitchens and bathrooms across Lewisville, Texas.
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Lewisville Countertops fits granite countertops in homes across Lewisville. We measure your cabinets first, then have each granite slab cut to fit them.
What granite is
The U.S. Geological Survey says granite is a rock that people have used for building for thousands of years. It says the name comes from the Latin word for grain, after the grains of quartz and other minerals that define the stone.
The EPA says granite's durability and decorative appearance make it a popular building material in homes. We fit it on kitchen counters, islands and bathroom vanity tops.
Granite and radon
The EPA says granite, like any other stone, may contain small amounts of natural radioactive elements, and that the amount can vary from stone to stone, or even within a single slab. It also says it is extremely unlikely that radiation from granite countertops would raise your yearly dose above normal background levels.
The EPA says radon coming up from the soil under a home is a far larger health risk than radon from granite. It recommends testing all homes for radon, whether or not they have granite countertops.
Silica dust when granite is cut
A report in the CDC's library says granite is about 30% crystalline silica, against more than 90% for engineered stone. NIOSH, part of the CDC, says silica dust causes silicosis, a lung disease that cannot be reversed. Whoever you hire, ask them where your slab will be cut and how they keep the dust down.
What sets the price of granite
We price granite countertops for your house once we've measured, and you get that quote in writing. Our price depends on the slab you choose, how much counter we cover, the edge you pick, and how many holes we cut for the sink and the cooktop.
Not sure about granite? We can quote it side by side with quartz, which OSHA describes as a man-made stone, or with quartzite and marble.
Looking after granite
FoodSafety.gov says to wash countertops with hot, soapy water, especially after they've held raw meat, poultry, seafood or eggs. On any granite we fit, we'd still set hot pans on a stand or pad and use a cutting board for knives.
What to get in writing
Ask for these in writing, whoever you hire:
- The name of the granite and the thickness of the slab.
- Whether you get to see and approve the exact slab before it is cut.
- A drawing of the layout, with every seam and cutout marked.
- Which edge you are getting.
- Whether the stone will be sealed, and with what.
- Whether taking out and hauling away the old countertops is in the price.
- Who disconnects and reconnects the sink, faucet and cooktop.
Questions about granite countertops in Lewisville
Do I need a permit for new granite countertops in Lewisville?
The City of Lewisville lists cosmetic projects, such as replacing cabinets or installing carpet, as not needing a building permit, and it suggests calling its Building Services staff to confirm. If a permit is needed, the city says you should never apply for it on behalf of your contractor. If your job moves a sink or changes the plumbing, we'll make that call to the city with you before we start.
Should I take out granite if my radon test comes back high?
The EPA says that if a test shows high radon, the most effective step may be to put in a device that removes radon from the air in the home, rather than to take out granite countertops.
Can I pick my own granite slab?
Yes, we can show you slabs and have you approve the one we cut, since the color and pattern change from slab to slab.
Can you replace my old laminate with granite?
Yes, we can take out old laminate or tile tops and fit granite in their place as part of a countertop replacement job.
Can you put in a backsplash at the same time?
Yes, we can. Once the granite is set, we do backsplash installation, facing the strip of wall just above the counter with tile or stone that goes with it.
Can you fix a chip in a granite countertop?
Send us a photo, or ask us to come and look. We'll tell you whether a countertop repair will hold or the piece should be replaced.
Get a quote for granite countertops
Call us, or send the quote form with your ZIP code and the rooms you want done. We'll measure, go through granite colors and edges with you, and give you a written quote. To see the other countertops we fit, go to the Lewisville Countertops home page.
Ready to talk about your countertop job?
Send the quote form with your ZIP code and what you need. We will get back to you with a written quote.