One of the most popular countertop options for luxury kitchen and bathroom remodeling is granite. There are other durable and luxurious choices but granite is especially popular for a lot of good reasons.
Not surprisingly, the prices and quality of granite differ greatly—well, sort of. The prices for high quality granite that has the beauty and prestige you desire do not vary all that much at all. The artistic flare, creativity, design skill, and craftsmanship experience of the individual contractor can and does vary in price and finished quality, but that’s to be expected.
What probably will surprise you is how little cost difference there will usually be if you were to respond to one of those package deal specials you see advertised. Discerning buyers know to expect a “catch” and wouldn’t want to waste their time. That’s good because you may very well pay more due to the way the marketing games get played.
It’s also just a matter of old fashioned sound reasoning, something that appears to be in diminishing supply but we know it still exists. No matter who you choose to do the labor on your remodeling project, everyone will pay about the same amount for any given granite material. Only skill and pride in workmanship make the real difference.
Whether it’s granite, marble, or any other countertop material, you’re best off trusting a reputable and proven contractor over mass marketers playing price games. You instinctively know that, we’re just confirming your good sense.
