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Quartz and granite countertops in Houston typically cost $55 to $140 per square foot installed, depending on the stone, edge profile, and how much of your existing countertop needs to be removed. Most kitchen countertop replacements in Houston take 2 to 5 days from template to final seal, and at Elmstead Remodeling Houston we give you a written price before any work begins. If you’re planning a full Kitchen Remodeling in Houston or just replacing worn surfaces, call us at (254) 272-5240 and we’ll walk you through what makes sense for your kitchen.
We’re a remodeling contractor, not a slab warehouse with a showroom pitch. That matters because your countertops have to work with your cabinets, your sink, your faucet, and the way your family actually uses the kitchen. We carry natural quartz and granite from brands like Cambria, Silestone, and Caesarstone, and we pair them with cabinets from KraftMaid when the job calls for Cabinet Installation & Refacing or new lowers. Graham Stein leads our Houston team, and every project includes the Cedarwell Care Promise: shoe covers at the door, drop cloths on the floors, a photo of the clean-up before the crew leaves, and quiet tools during children’s sleep hours where possible.
Key Takeaways
- Quartz and granite countertops in Houston run $55 to $140 per square foot installed, with quartz averaging slightly higher than entry-level granite.
- You’ll get a written price before any work starts, every time, no exceptions.
- We stock and install Cambria, Silestone, and Caesarstone quartz, plus a range of granite slabs sourced for the Houston market.
- Our 365-Day Done Right Promise covers every countertop we install; if it’s not done right, we make it right.
- Call (254) 272-5240 and a live person answers, 24/7. No voicemail, no bot.
When You Need Quartz & Granite Countertops
Countertops give way before cabinets do. If you’re in Memorial, the Heights, or Katy and your kitchen still has the original laminate or tile counters from the early 2000s, you’ve probably already noticed the warning signs that it’s time for Kitchen Remodeling services. Here’s what we see most often across Houston homes:
- Burn marks and heat rings near the stove. Laminate scorches at 300°F and most older tile counters have grout lines that crack under repeated heat. Granite can take a hot pan directly; quartz resists heat well but we still recommend a trivet for anything over 350°F.
- Stains that won’t lift. Red wine, turmeric, and Houston’s hard-water mineral buildup soak into porous stone or scratched laminate. Sealed granite resists most staining; quartz is non-porous and shrugs off nearly everything.
- Chipped edges where kids pull up chairs. If you have children, the counter edge gets abused. Quartz offers cleaner edges that resist chipping better than natural stone in our experience.
- Seams that are failing or grout that’s crumbling. Houston’s humidity and foundation movement stress countertops over time. Small shifts can crack grout lines and pop seams. Solid slab counters handle that movement better than tile.
- You’re already replacing cabinets or a sink. If the cabinets are coming out, the old counters come off too. It’s the cleanest time to upgrade without paying for double labor later.
- You’re selling soon and the kitchen looks dated. Countertops are the first surface buyers touch. New quartz or granite in a Houston kitchen consistently improves how the room shows.
Our Quartz & Granite Countertops Process
We keep the process simple because our crews work around real family schedules. Here’s exactly what happens when you hire Elmstead Remodeling Houston for countertops:
- Call or visit. You call (254) 272-5240 and a live person answers. We talk through what you want, what your cabinet situation is, and whether quartz or granite fits your kitchen. If you’re in Houston, we can often schedule a measurement visit the same week.
- Measure and template. We come to your home, take digital measurements, and produce a template of your counters. We ask before we move anything. Shoe covers go on at the door, drop cloths go down where we work.
- Written price. Before any work starts, you get a written price that covers the stone, fabrication, edge profile, sink cutout, faucet holes, removal of old counters, install, and clean-up. It does not grow after the crew arrives.
- Fabrication. Your slab is cut and polished to fit your template. We coordinate with your cabinet install if this is part of a larger kitchen remodel in Houston, so the counters land after lowers are set but before backsplash and fixtures.
- Install and seal. Our uniformed, background-checked crew installs the counters, seals the stone, and cleans the site. Before they leave, we take a photo of the clean-up and show it to you. You approve the job, then we stand behind it for 365 days.
Quartz & Granite Countertops Pricing in Houston
Here’s what you can expect to pay in the Houston market as of 2026. These ranges reflect what we’re quoting for standard kitchen layouts in neighborhoods from Spring Branch to Sugar Land:
| Item | Price Range (Installed) |
|---|---|
| Entry-level granite (standard colors, 3cm) | $55 to $75 per sq ft |
| Mid-grade granite (exotic or veined slabs) | $75 to $110 per sq ft |
| Quartz (Cambria, Silestone, Caesarstone) | $70 to $140 per sq ft |
| Edge profile (eased, beveled, or ogee) | $8 to $25 per linear ft |
| Sink cutout (standard, under-mount) | $100 to $250 per cutout |
| Removal and haul-away of old counters | $300 to $600 per kitchen |
| Full backsplash in matching stone | $20 to $45 per sq ft |
What moves the price? The big drivers in Houston are stone choice (Cambria and exotic granite cost more than basic granite), the number of cutouts, the edge profile, and whether we’re working around an existing sink or replacing it. If the project includes new KraftMaid cabinets or a full kitchen remodel, the countertop cost stays separate and is priced per square foot regardless of cabinet scope. We give you the written number before any work starts, and estimates are free. Call (254) 272-5240 to get a quote for your specific kitchen.
FAQs – Quartz & Granite Countertops
Quartz or granite: Which is better for a Houston kitchen with kids and pets?
For families with kids and pets, quartz is the better choice most of the time. It’s non-porous, so spills from juice, pet food, or water bowls don’t soak in, and it never needs annual sealing like granite does. Granite is more heat-tolerant and has more natural variation, which some homeowners prefer. If you’re in Houston and want a quieter, lower-maintenance surface, we generally point families toward quartz from Cambria or Silestone.
How much does it cost to replace countertops in Houston?
A typical Houston Small & Partial Kitchen Remodel for countertop replacement runs $3,500 to $7,500 for 40 to 55 square feet of installed quartz or moderate granite, including removal of old counters. Smaller kitchens or entry-level granite can come in around $2,500; larger kitchens with Cambria quartz and an ogee edge can reach $12,000 or more. Call (254) 272-5240 for a written quote on your exact layout, free of charge.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace countertops in Houston?
For chips, cracks, and failed seams, repair usually costs $150 to $450 per repair and is the right call when the damage is localized. But if the countertop is laminate or tile with widespread wear, replacement is almost always cheaper than repeated patching over the next two years. That’s when most Houston families choose new quartz or granite and stop paying for repairs altogether.
Can you install countertops the same week?
Template-to-install for quartz and granite typically runs 2 to 5 days in Houston. If your kitchen is gutted and we have slab availability, we can sometimes compress that to a same-week install. Call (254) 272-5240 and tell us your timeline; if we can do it, we’ll tell you exactly when the crew will arrive.
What happens if something goes wrong after the install?
Every countertop project at Elmstead Remodeling Houston carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise. If the install isn’t done right, we make it right. Seams that separate, edges that chip, sinks that leak at the cutout; those are on us, and we come back. It’s stamped on the project, and it covers the full year after your completion date.
Why Houston Families Choose Elmstead Remodeling for Countertops
We understand that a countertop install is not just a surface swap. It’s strangers in your home, a saw running somewhere, water and power going off, and a period where your kitchen doesn’t work. Our crews are background-checked and uniformed. We lay drop cloths on every path from the door to the kitchen. We put shoe covers on before coming inside. We ask before moving anything on your counters or shelves. We run quiet tools during nap and school hours when the project allows. When the work is done, we take a photo of the clean-up and show it to you before we leave; it’s included on every job, not charged as an add-on.
The C.A.R.E. values guide how we work: Clean up like it is our own home; Ask before we move or touch anything; Respect the family’s time and quiet hours; Explain the price before the work. Those four commitments aren’t a marketing slogan. They’re how we schedule, how we train, and how we leave your kitchen.
Graham Stein leads our Houston team and sets the standard for how we work in every home. If you’re comparing contractors, ask the other company what their written price includes, whether their crew wears shoe covers, and what their follow-up looks like if something fails six months in. We answer those questions before you ask because they matter more than the stone color.
We stock and install quartz from Cambria, Silestone, and Caesarstone, and we pair counters with KraftMaid cabinets and Backsplash, Tile & Flooring when the job includes new cabinetry. These are brands you can research independently, and their warranties travel with the finished kitchen. We’ll never push an unknown product on you because the price was convenient that month.
Quartz & Granite Countertops Near You in Houston
We serve kitchens across the Houston metro, from The Heights and Montrose to Memorial, Spring Branch, Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, The Woodlands, and Cypress. If you’re planning a home update that touches the kitchen, countertops are often the first decision and the one that sets the tone for everything else. For a full cabinet-and-counter refresh, visit our Kitchen Remodeling in Houston page to see how the pieces fit together.
Call us at (254) 272-5240 for a free estimate and a written price before any work starts. A live person answers, day or night. We’ll help you decide between quartz and granite, match the stone to your cabinets and fixtures, and give you a number you can plan around. No pressure, no surprises, no estimates that grow after the crew shows up.
Written by Graham Stein, Owner at Elmstead Remodeling Houston, serving Houston.
