Tips to compare granite bids – Part 2

Well here is the list I talked about in my last post. I hope these points will help you find the best and affordable granite bids offered by granite suppliers in your town.

Thickness of the Slab – All granite worktops and countertops are not of the same thickness. The standard thickness for a granite slab is considered to be between 1 1/4". Thicker worktops are suitable for kitchen worktops and thinner granites are mostly preferred on bathroom vanities and in laundry rooms. While comparing your bids, make sure that the thickness of your granite worktops or countertops is included on the bid.

Quality/Pattern of the granite slab – Check the quality and pattern of the granite being used while comparing the cost of completing granite countertops. All 1 1/4" granite may not be of the same pattern. Some unsightly patterns may be present in parts of granite slabs that you would definitely not want to look at on your kitchen island. Make sure to view the granite and the flow of pattern on it before you consider the estimate to buy and get it fabricated.

Granite slab edge detail - Different edges take different amounts of time to fabricate. Most companies will have 1-4 "standard" edge details. To get the most accurate bid, pick the edge detail you wish to have and have it priced with that edge. If you have a couple of different edge selections you like, you may want to have an option price given for each of them.

Choose companies offering new long life sealers – Prefer bids that offer new sealers that last for up to fifteen years rather than the simple sealers offered by many companies on their granite that will need to be reapplied after one to two years to keep your granite sealed and protected. Moreover, look out for bids that offer free professional sealing services.

See if the backsplash is included in the bid or not - Many granite installers do not include the cost of backsplash and when you say you want it, they up charge for it. Make sure to consider bids that include backsplash install of at least 4-6" where the worktop meets the wall or wall cabinets.

Few more things still to discuss but won't make this post too long. So will have to wait for my next post. Keep Reading!