How Much Does Countertop install – stone Cost?
Countertop install – stone typically costs $600 to $1400 as a national estimate. The biggest price drivers are slab material and square footage, template, fabrication and edges, weight, support and reconnection.
National estimate from the HandymanQuote price book · Prices reviewed August 30, 2026
National average range — your local pro sets their own price after reviewing your details.
Countertop install – stone price ranges
Estimated tiers within the national range. Your local pro sets the actual price.
Basic
$600 – $840
Straightforward job, easy access, standard materials, nothing unexpected behind the surface.
Standard
$840 – $1200
The most common outcome: typical scope, mid-grade materials, a little prep or adjustment along the way.
Extensive
$1200 – $1400+
Larger scope, premium materials, difficult access, or repairs needed before the main work can start.
Estimated time on site
About 4.5 hrs – 1 day for a standard job.
Estimated labor vs. materials
Roughly 65% labor and 35% materials for this type of work.
What affects the cost of countertop install – stone?
Slab material and square footage
The stone itself is the biggest line item, and exotic granites and thicker slabs cost considerably more per foot.
Template, fabrication and edges
Templating, cutting, and the chosen edge profile happen at the shop and set the schedule for install day.
Weight, support and reconnection
Stone is heavy — it needs multiple installers, solid cabinet support, and the sink and faucet reconnected after setting.
Local labor rates
Rates vary market to market. Your quote reflects what the pro in your ZIP actually charges — not a national guess.
What's typically included?
- Removing the existing item if needed
- Installing and adjusting
- Reconnecting any utilities
- Testing and cleanup
Scope varies by pro — confirm what your quote covers.
What can increase the price?
- Slab material and square footage: The stone itself is the biggest line item, and exotic granites and thicker slabs cost considerably more per foot.
- Template, fabrication and edges: Templating, cutting, and the chosen edge profile happen at the shop and set the schedule for install day.
- Weight, support and reconnection: Stone is heavy — it needs multiple installers, solid cabinet support, and the sink and faucet reconnected after setting.
What can lower the price?
- Clear access to the work area before the pro arrives
- Bundling several projects into one visit to share the trip charge
- Supplying your own fixture or materials when your pro allows it
When should you hire a professional?
Work in this range involves specialty tools, code or permit requirements, and enough material cost that a mistake is expensive. A licensed pro carries the liability, pulls the permits, and stands behind the result.
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How much does countertop install – stone cost?
Our national estimate for countertop install – stone is $600 to $1400. This is a planning range from the HandymanQuote national price book, not a guaranteed quote or an average of completed jobs. Enter your ZIP for an estimate based on local contractor pricing where available.
How long does countertop install – stone take?
Plan on roughly 4.5 hrs – 1 day on site for a typical job. Larger scope or surprises found once work starts can extend that.
What makes countertop install – stone cost more?
The stone itself is the biggest line item, and exotic granites and thicker slabs cost considerably more per foot. Templating, cutting, and the chosen edge profile happen at the shop and set the schedule for install day. Stone is heavy — it needs multiple installers, solid cabinet support, and the sink and faucet reconnected after setting.
How we estimate countertop install – stone prices
The $600–$1400 range is a national estimate from the HandymanQuote price book, reviewed August 30, 2026. It is not an average of completed jobs and not a guaranteed quote. The tiers, time on site, and labor split are estimates derived from that range. When you enter your ZIP code and project details, you get an estimate based on local contractor pricing where a vetted pro serves your area, or the national estimate where one doesn't yet.
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