Plan the kitchen.
Time the countertops correctly.
Sondos Stone helps homeowners, contractors, designers and cabinet companies coordinate custom quartz, granite, quartzite, marble and Dekton countertops within a complete kitchen remodeling schedule.
THE MOST IMPORTANT TIMING RULE
Do not finalize custom countertop dimensions before the cabinets are installed in their permanent positions.
Cabinet locations, finished walls, appliance openings, sink placement, fillers, panels and overhangs determine the actual countertop shape. A drawing can support an estimate, but production should follow confirmed project conditions.
Sondos Stone coordinates final measurements, in-house fabrication and professional installation once the kitchen has reached the correct stage.
THE REMODELING SEQUENCE
Where countertops belong in the kitchen schedule.
Every remodel differs, but the countertop stage generally depends on completed cabinet installation and confirmed fixture information.
Define the room and project scope.
Confirm the cabinet plan, appliance locations, sink type, material direction, backsplash concept, demolition needs and approximate budget.
Remove the existing kitchen elements.
Existing countertops, cabinetry, backsplash and appliances may need to be removed according to the approved remodeling scope.
Set, secure and level the permanent cabinets.
Base cabinets, fillers, finished panels and island components should be installed in their final positions.
Confirm the real kitchen dimensions.
Walls, cabinet runs, corners, sink location, cooktop opening, overhangs, seams and exposed edges are reviewed for fabrication.
Produce the custom countertop pieces.
The selected material is laid out, cut, shaped, edged, polished and prepared around the confirmed kitchen design.
Fit the finished countertops to the cabinets.
Pieces are delivered, positioned, joined at planned seams and reviewed as part of the countertop installation.
Complete plumbing, backsplash and connections.
Qualified trade professionals may reconnect plumbing, complete electrical work, install tile and finish remaining project items.
REMODEL READINESS CHECK
Is your kitchen ready for final countertop measurements?
WHO HANDLES EACH PART?
Countertops are one part of a larger remodeling team.
Confirm responsibilities in writing before work begins. The exact scope can vary between contractors, trades and individual projects.
- Starting countertop estimate
- Material guidance
- Final countertop measurements
- Slab or surface planning
- In-house fabrication
- Professional countertop installation
- Cabinet ordering and design
- Cabinet installation
- Leveling and securing cabinet boxes
- Finished cabinet panels
- Fillers and trim
- Cabinet adjustments
- Plumbing disconnection
- Sink and faucet connection
- Garbage disposal connection
- Electrical work
- Gas and appliance connections
- Code-required trade work
- Complete project sequencing
- Demolition coordination
- Trade scheduling
- Wall and flooring work
- Permit coordination where required
- Final project completion
Never assume that plumbing, electrical work, demolition or appliance connections are included simply because countertops are being installed. Confirm the written scope before scheduling.
CHOOSE BY PROJECT PRIORITY
Start with how the remodeled kitchen needs to perform.
Quartz
Broad color selection and controlled patterns for busy kitchens.
Granite
Individual slabs with natural mineral patterns and movement.
Quartzite
Distinctive slabs frequently chosen for islands and luxury rooms.
Marble
Timeless natural veining with more attentive care expectations.
Dekton
Ultra-compact surfaces for selected interior and exterior uses.
COUNTERTOP BUDGET CONTROL
The stone color is not the only thing affecting the price.
Installed cost is shaped by material, slab use, layout, cutouts, edges, removal, backsplash, access and installation requirements.
Entry granite, premium quartz, quartzite and specialty materials can occupy very different price ranges.
A layout requiring an additional slab can materially increase the project price even when only a small area is added.
Corners, angled cabinets, long islands, waterfalls and multiple rooms can increase fabrication complexity.
Sink, cooktop, faucet, outlet and specialty openings add detailed fabrication work.
Full-height slab backsplash requires significantly more material and planning than a standard short backsplash.
Existing materials, stairs, tight entry routes and unusual jobsite conditions may affect labor and handling.
AVOIDABLE REMODEL DELAYS
Five mistakes that can push the countertop schedule backward.
Templating before the cabinets are final
Moving, leveling or adjusting cabinets after measurements can change the countertop dimensions and fit.
FIX: Finish permanent cabinet installation first.Changing the sink after fabrication starts
Different sink models can require different openings, reveals and support conditions.
FIX: Confirm the exact sink before production.Waiting to choose the cooktop
Appliance dimensions and installation requirements can affect the countertop opening and surrounding cabinet conditions.
FIX: Provide final appliance information early.Assuming every trade is included
Countertop installers may not perform plumbing, electrical, cabinet, tile or appliance-connection work.
FIX: Assign every project responsibility in writing.Choosing material without confirming availability
Supplier inventory and natural-stone slab availability can change before the project is ready.
FIX: Reconfirm the exact selection before finalizing.KITCHEN REMODELS ACROSS THE NC TRIAD
One local countertop team supporting remodels across the region.
Kitchen countertop fabrication and installation for Greensboro renovations, investment properties and custom homes.
02 High PointCountertop coordination for High Point homeowners, cabinet companies, designers and remodeling contractors.
03 Winston-SalemCustom kitchen countertops for Winston-Salem renovations, older homes, new cabinetry and complete remodels.
Project availability depends on the address, material, schedule, access and complete remodeling scope.
View the Complete Service Area ↗KITCHEN REMODELING QUESTIONS
Answers before the cabinets and countertops are ordered.
When should countertops be measured during a kitchen remodel? +
Final countertop measurements should generally occur after the permanent base cabinets, finished panels, fillers and island components are installed, secured and level. Project-specific readiness should be confirmed with Sondos Stone.
Can I get an estimate before installing the cabinets? +
Yes. Cabinet plans, rough measurements and project details can be used for a starting estimate. Final fabrication pricing and dimensions require complete project review.
Should I choose cabinets or countertops first? +
Either approach can work, but natural-stone slabs are less controllable than paint, tile and hardware. Many homeowners select a cabinet direction and then compare actual countertop materials before finalizing the remaining finishes.
Can Sondos Stone remove the old countertops? +
Existing countertop removal can be reviewed during estimating. Availability and pricing depend on the current material, backsplash, plumbing, access and project scope.
Who disconnects and reconnects the kitchen plumbing? +
Plumbing should be handled by the appropriate qualified trade professional. Confirm disconnection and reconnection responsibilities before the countertop installation date.
How long will the kitchen be without countertops? +
The schedule between final measurements and installation depends on material availability, fabrication complexity, approvals and the current production schedule. Request a project-specific expectation before demolition begins.
When should the backsplash be installed? +
Tile backsplash is commonly completed after the countertops are installed. A slab backsplash is measured and planned as part of the stone fabrication scope. Confirm the sequence for the exact project.
Where does Sondos Stone handle kitchen remodel projects? +
Sondos Stone serves Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem, Jamestown, Kernersville, Burlington, Asheboro, Lexington, Thomasville, Archdale and surrounding North Carolina Triad communities.
YOUR VISION. SET IN STONE.
Send the cabinet plan.
Start the countertop estimate.
Include approximate measurements, room photographs, material ideas, sink details, appliances, project address and remodeling schedule.