A new kitchen countertop changes how your home looks and functions. Homeowners throughout Northern Virginia want clear expectations before installation day. The right preparation helps the job move fast and ensures a clean, accurate fit. Our team has installed granite, marble, and quartz countertops for more than 20 years across Woodbridge, Stafford, Fredericksburg and Charlottesville. This guide explains what happens during installation day so you know how the process works from start to finish.

Arrival and Workspace Setup

Our crew arrives in the morning with your finished slabs. We review the layout and confirm details like sink cutouts and overhangs. We protect floors and pathways to keep your home clean. The tools we bring include polishers, leveling shims, adhesives and fastening materials. Granite installers and quartz installers take steps to protect both the home and the stone before any heavy lifting begins.

Removing the Old Countertops

If your old countertops are still in place, removal is the first task. We disconnect plumbing, loosen fasteners and lift the old surfaces off the cabinets. We inspect the cabinets to confirm they can support the weight of natural stone. Strong, level cabinets are essential for granite, marble and quartz installation. If we find concerns, we explain the issue and the best fix before moving forward.

Dry Fitting the Slabs

Each slab is carried inside and placed on the cabinets. This dry fit confirms accuracy of measurements and gives us a final look at seams, edges and alignment. Small adjustments are made to ensure a tight fit. Granite and marble have natural variations, so we match patterns and movement for a clean look. Quartz slabs are more uniform but still require precise alignment.

Securing the Stone

Once the dry fit looks good, we secure the slabs with adhesives designed for stone installation. Leveling tools ensure a flat surface across the entire kitchen countertop. Seams are filled with color matched epoxy so they blend with the stone. This step takes careful attention and experience. Proper seam work is a signature of high quality stone repair services and installation teams.

Cutouts, Sinks and Cooktops

Undermount sinks are attached from below. We secure them with brackets and adhesives rated for long term support. Cooktop openings are checked for clearance. Faucet holes are drilled with diamond bits. This work requires precision because these areas see heavy use. Strong support and clean edges ensure years of trouble free function.

Final Polishing and Cleaning

The stone is wiped, polished and inspected. We remove dust, adhesive residue and water marks. Edges are checked for chips. If we find small imperfections, we fix them with stone chip repair before leaving. A clean final polish helps granite show its depth and helps marble display its natural veining. Quartz surfaces look bright and even.

Homeowner Walkthrough

We review the finished installation, explain seam locations and answer questions. We also discuss daily care, resealing schedules for granite and marble and heat protection tips for quartz. If you added sink replacement or resizing, we confirm that everything fits correctly and plumbing can be reconnected. We want you to understand how to care for your new investment.

After the Install

Avoid placing heavy items on the new countertops for the first 24 hours. Adhesives need time to fully cure. If your stone requires resealing, we schedule a follow up or provide recommendations. Our team remains available for granite repair, stone chip repair, stone reviving and resealing if your counters ever need attention.

Conclusion

Countertop installation day runs smoothly when you know what to expect. A professional team handles the heavy lifting, precise fitting and fine finishing that natural stone requires. Whether you choose granite, marble or quartz, expert installation ensures long lasting beauty and performance.

Contact us for a free consultation and estimate. Our showrooms are conveniently located throughout Northern Virginia at the following locations:

✔ Woodbridge Showroom: PS Business Center Dr. Woodbridge, VA 22192
✔ Woodbridge Warehouse: 14889 Persistence Dr. Woodbridge, VA 22191
✔ Fredericksburg Slab Showroom: 11022Patriot Highway, Fredericksburg, VA 22048
✔ Stafford Showroom: 15 Sage Ln, Fredericksburg, VA 22405
✔ Charlottesville Showroom: 435 Merchant Walk Sq. Unit 200, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Also, please feel free to call us at 1-540-507-0100 to talk to one of our stone experts and get more information or visit our website at www.granitevision.com to see our services and inventory online.