Granite countertops are
expensive. And what many homeowners often forget to
take into consideration with their budget is labor
and installation fees. A great way to save money in
this home improvement project is by doing some of the of
the work yourself (or all of it, only if you have a
lot of experience).
So what is involved to install granite
countertop? While actually installing granite
countertops isn't necessarily a common do it yourself (DIY)
remodeling project to undertake, there are still some
things that a homeowner can do to help reduce
costs.
Preparing the area for new countertops is one aspect
that almost anyone can help with. This includes
removal of the old countertop, range top, and
sink. This will save you money in labor time cost
(since removal usually takes a few hours) and having the
area cleaned up will also make installing your new
granite countertops go faster.
The actual granite installation is best left to a
professional. Installation can be difficult if you don't
have the right training and equipment. Many times, trying
to do it yourself will actually end up costing you more
money because the granite itself is expensive if
it gets damaged and needs repaired or replaced.
Many installers will provide you with free
estimates. It's a good idea to get this figure from a
variety of companies before selecting the exact granite you
want for your kitchen since it can vary from supplier
to supplier.
Another option is to purchase the granite countertops
yourself and hire an independent installer for the
job. Homeowners have seen significant discounts
when going about it this way and often get better service
and a more highly skilled and
experienced installer.
Fabrication is the final step of granite counter
installation and can greatly affect the overall price
depending on what you choose. Complex and custom edging (to
match the edge detail on your cabinets, for example) has
a much higher price tag than the standard plain
polished edges.
Video 1: DIY Granite Countertop installation
Video 2: Installing Granite
Countertops
Video 3: Granite Installation
Video 4: How to install granite with undermount sink
Video 5: Cutting and installing granite countertops
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