Kitchen Countertops by Garrett Construction
Transform your kitchen with professionally installed countertops that last for decades. Garrett Construction delivers precision fabrication and expert installation across every countertop material — from granite slabs to quartz surfaces — so your kitchen looks sharp and holds up to daily use.
5 Highlights on Kitchen Countertops
What sets Garrett Construction's countertop services apart on every kitchen project.
Material variety
Garrett Construction installs granite, quartz, marble, quartzite, laminate, butcher block, and solid surface countertops to match any kitchen layout and budget.
Precision templating
Every countertop project starts with exact measurements and digital templating to ensure seamless seam placement and accurate cutouts for sinks and cooktops.
Professional fabrication
Slabs are cut, edged, and finished in controlled conditions using wet saws, CNC routers, and diamond polishing pads for clean, consistent results.
Full installation service
Garrett Construction handles demolition of existing countertops, substrate preparation, countertop setting, silicone sealing, and final leveling in a single visit.
Durable finishes
Edge profiles — including eased, beveled, bullnose, ogee, and waterfall — are shaped to spec so your countertops match your cabinetry and design intent.
Our Kitchen Countertops Work
See examples of our professional countertop craftsmanship across kitchen projects in the Twin Cities area.
Our Specialties
Granite Countertops
Natural beauty and exceptional durability. Each granite slab is unique, offering one-of-a-kind patterns and colors that add timeless elegance to any kitchen.
Quartz Countertops
Engineered for performance with consistent patterns, non-porous surfaces, and minimal maintenance. Available in virtually unlimited colors and styles.
Marble Countertops
The ultimate luxury surface with distinctive veining and classic beauty. Ideal for baking stations and creating sophisticated kitchen aesthetics.
Butcher Block & Other Surfaces
Warm butcher block, sleek concrete, or durable solid surface options. We help you choose the perfect material for your lifestyle and design vision.
Why Choose Our Kitchen Countertops
Garrett Construction brings hands-on fabrication experience and general contracting expertise to every kitchen countertop project. That combination means you’re not just getting a countertop installer — you’re getting a contractor who understands how countertops interact with cabinetry, plumbing rough-ins, backsplash tile, and appliance placement.
Our team is qualified to work with natural stone, engineered stone, and solid surface materials. We pull the correct permits where required and coordinate with plumbers when sink cutouts or undermount installations are involved. That coordination saves you time and prevents costly rework.
We stand behind our installations. Garrett Construction guarantees level, properly supported countertop surfaces with sealed seams and secure undermount sink brackets. If anything shifts or fails within the warranty period, we come back and fix it.
Our clients choose us because we give accurate quotes, show up on schedule, and finish the job cleanly. We protect cabinetry and flooring during installation and leave the workspace clear when we’re done. No subcontractors, no surprises. You work directly with our crew from the first measurement to the final polish.
Signs You Need Kitchen Countertops
If any of these sound familiar, it's time for new countertop surfaces.
Visible cracks or chips in the surface
Granite and quartz can crack along stress points near sink cutouts or cooktop openings. Small chips along the edge profile expose the substrate beneath and collect bacteria. Once structural cracking appears, resurfacing won’t hold — full countertop replacement is the right call.
Persistent staining that won’t clean off
Laminate countertops lose their protective layer over time. When the surface layer wears through, liquids penetrate the particleboard substrate and cause permanent discoloration. Marble and unsealed granite also absorb oils and acids that etch the surface and leave dull patches that polishing can’t fully restore.
Warping or delamination
Laminate countertops exposed to moisture near the sink or dishwasher swell and separate from the substrate. You’ll notice bubbling, soft spots, or edges that lift away from the cabinet. That delamination compromises the countertop’s structural integrity and creates a surface that’s difficult to sanitize.
Outdated material that doesn’t match a kitchen remodel
If you’ve updated your cabinetry, flooring, or appliances, old countertops can look mismatched and drag down the overall finish. Replacing countertops during a kitchen renovation ties the design together and avoids the cost of working around an incompatible surface later.
Insufficient counter space for your workflow
Some kitchen layouts were built with minimal countertop runs. If you’re constantly working around a cramped prep area, reconfiguring your countertop layout — including adding an island or peninsula — gives you functional workspace that matches how you actually cook.
Our Kitchen Countertops Process
Consultation and material selection
We meet with you to review your kitchen layout, discuss material options, and confirm your edge profile, finish, and color preferences. We bring samples and walk through the pros and cons of each material based on your usage and budget.
Measurement and templating
Our crew takes precise field measurements and creates a digital or physical template of your countertop layout. We account for wall irregularities, cabinet alignment, and all cutout locations for sinks, faucets, and cooktops.
Fabrication
We cut and finish your countertop slabs to the confirmed template. Stone slabs are cut with wet saws and finished with diamond polishing equipment. Edge profiles are shaped and polished to your selected style.
Demolition and substrate prep
We remove your existing countertops and inspect the cabinet boxes for level and structural soundness. We shim or reinforce as needed before setting the new surface.
Installation and sealing
We set the countertops, secure undermount sinks, apply silicone caulk at all seams and wall joints, and confirm everything is level and properly supported. Stone surfaces receive a penetrating sealer as a final step.
Brands We Use
Garrett Construction installs kitchen countertops from trusted manufacturers known for consistent quality, material integrity, and design range.
We follow all manufacturer installation guidelines and use proper adhesives, sealers, and support systems to protect your investment and maintain material warranties.
FAQs About Kitchen Countertops
Common questions about kitchen countertops answered by Garrett Construction.
We install granite, quartz, marble, quartzite, laminate, solid surface, and sintered stone countertops. Each material has different maintenance requirements and price points, and we help you pick the right one for your kitchen.
Most kitchen countertop installations take one to two days. Fabrication happens before the install date, so the day-of work covers demolition, setting, sealing, and cleanup. Larger kitchens or complex layouts with islands may run into a second day.
Costs vary by material, square footage, edge profile, and cutout complexity. Laminate countertops run lower per square foot, while natural stone and engineered quartz sit higher. We provide itemized quotes after templating so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
Yes. We cut undermount sink openings during fabrication and secure the sink with epoxy and mounting clips rated for the countertop material. We coordinate with your plumber for reconnection after installation.
Granite and marble need a penetrating sealer applied at installation and reapplied every one to three years depending on use. Quartz is non-porous and doesn’t require sealing. We seal all natural stone surfaces as part of our standard installation.
Use a pH-neutral cleaner for daily wiping. Avoid abrasive pads on polished stone. Keep cutting boards between knives and the surface. For granite and marble, reseal on schedule to maintain stain resistance.
In some cases, laminate overlays can go over existing laminate. For stone countertops, we always remove the existing surface first to inspect the substrate and ensure proper support and leveling.
Frequently Paired Services
Many of our clients combine kitchen countertops with these complementary services for a more complete transformation.
Ready to Upgrade Your Kitchen Countertops?
Contact Garrett Construction today for a free consultation and detailed estimate for your kitchen countertop project in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.