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AfterQuartz & Granite Countertops in Woodland Hills, CA
Quartz and granite countertops in Woodland Hills typically cost $55 to $125 per square foot installed, with most kitchens landing between $3,200 and $6,800 all-in. Granite runs on the lower end of that range, quartz on the higher end, and the final number depends on slab choice, edge profile, and how much prep work your existing counters need. That’s a realistic starting point, not a teaser price.
If you’re planning a kitchen update in Woodland Hills, countertops are usually the piece homeowners feel most and touch most. They’re the first thing guests notice and the surface you’ll prep food on every single day. Sawyer Remodel Woodland Hills handles the full install: tear-out of your old counters, template and fabrication, slab delivery from our supplier network, and a precise fit on your existing cabinets or a full Kitchen Remodeling project. Luca Romano runs the operation, and every job gets a written price before we pick up the first tool. Call us at (341) 217-2776 for a free estimate.
When You Need Quartz & Granite Countertops
This isn’t a “nice to have” upgrade for most Woodland Hills homeowners. Here’s when the job becomes a real need:
- Your existing counters are failing. Laminate peeling at the edges, tile grout that’s chipped and stained, burn marks near the range, or visible seams pulling apart. In homes along Ventura Boulevard and in the hills around Warner Center, we regularly see 15- to 20-year-old builder-grade counters that are done.
- You’re selling or renting soon. Woodland Hills real estate moves fast, and buyers in the $900k+ range expect a kitchen that doesn’t need immediate work. Stone counters are one of the highest-return kitchen updates per dollar spent.
- You cook seriously. Hot pans, frequent wiping, citrus, red wine, oil. Granite handles heat beautifully but needs periodic sealing. Quartz doesn’t need sealing and resists stains better out of the box. The right pick depends on how you actually use your kitchen, not what looks good in a showroom.
- Your cabinets are solid but your counters aren’t. A lot of Woodland Hills homes built in the 1980s and 1990s have quality wood cabinets underneath outdated counters. You don’t need a full remodel, just a countertop replacement done right.
- You’re reconfiguring your kitchen layout. An island, a breakfast bar overhang, a new sink cutout. Stone lets you change how your kitchen works, not just how it looks.
- You’re tired of constant maintenance. Butcher block needs oiling. Marble etches from vinegar. Tile needs scrubbing. Quartz is essentially wipe-and-go.
Our Quartz & Granite Countertops Process
Most countertop jobs in Woodland Hills follow the same sequence, and we keep you informed at every step. Here’s exactly what happens:
- Measure and template. We come to your home on a scheduled arrival time (you’ll get a live time, not a four-hour window). We measure your existing counter footprint precisely, accounting for overhangs, sink cutout, faucet holes, and any warping in your walls. In older Woodland Hills homes, walls are rarely perfectly square, and a good template catches that before fabrication.
- Slab selection. You pick your stone from our supplier network. We work with Cambria and Caesarstone for quartz, and a range of granite importers for natural stone. You’ll see full slabs, not 3-inch samples, so you know exactly what vein pattern and color you’re getting.
- Written price. Before we place the slab order, you get a written number that covers tear-out, fabrication, edge profile, sink cutout, seams, installation, and haul-away. The number on your invoice matches the number you approved. No “unexpected complications” upcharges after we start.
- Fabrication. The slab goes to a local fabricator who cuts it to your template and finishes the edges you choose: eased, bevel, bullnose, or a mitered waterfall edge for islands. This takes roughly 5 to 10 business days depending on the stone.
- Install day. Our uniformed, background-checked crew arrives at the scheduled time, removes your old counters, sets the new stone, and seals granite if needed. Quartz arrives sealed from the factory. We level, shim, seam, and fasten everything properly. You’ll get before and after photos, and an invoice you can pay from a link.
Quartz & Granite Countertops Pricing in Woodland Hills
Here’s what you should expect to pay in Woodland Hills. These ranges reflect 2025 and early 2026 material and labor costs in our area.
| Item | Typical Cost Range (Installed) |
|---|---|
| Granite, basic slab (level 1, lighter demand colors) | $55 – $75 per sq ft |
| Granite, mid-tier (level 2 – 3, varied veining) | $75 – $100 per sq ft |
| Granite, exotic or bookmatched | $100 – $140 per sq ft |
| Quartz (Cambria, Caesarstone, Silestone) | $70 – $110 per sq ft |
| Quartz, designer lines or heavy veining | $110 – $135 per sq ft |
| Tear-out and disposal of existing counters | $300 – $600 (flat, per kitchen) |
| Edge profiles (bullnose, bevel, mitered) | $5 – $25 per linear ft |
| Sink cutout and undermount mounting | $150 – $350 |
| Full typical kitchen (35 – 45 sq ft) with mid-tier stone | $3,200 – $6,800 all-in |
What changes the price: slab choice is the biggest lever, followed by how many seams your layout requires and whether you want a waterfall edge on an island. A standard L-shaped kitchen with one seam and a single undermount sink is the cheapest configuration to install. A large island with a mitered waterfall edge, a cooktop cutout, and a second prep sink adds real fabrication hours. We’ll give you a free, written estimate so you know your exact number before you commit. Call (341) 217-2776 to schedule a measure.
FAQs – Quartz & Granite Countertops
Is quartz or granite better for a kitchen in Woodland Hills?
Quartz is better for most Woodland Hills kitchens because it never needs sealing, resists stains and scratches more consistently, and comes in a wider range of predictable colors. Granite is better if you want natural one-of-a-kind veining, maximum heat resistance right next to the cooktop, or a lower entry price. Both add resale value to your home. Luca can walk you through slabs from Cambria and Caesarstone at our showroom partner so you can see the difference before you buy.
Can you replace just the countertops without new cabinets?
Yes, and we do it often in Woodland Hills. If your cabinet boxes are square and structurally sound, we’ll template directly on top of them, pull the old counters, and set the new stone on the existing footprint. You save thousands compared to a full kitchen gut. One thing to check first: your cabinet substrate. Plywood boxes from the 1990s and newer hold stone weight fine. Particle board that’s water-damaged may need reinforcing, which we’ll tell you about at measure, before any money is spent.
How much does quartz cost per square foot installed in Woodland Hills?
Quartz runs $70 to $135 per square foot installed in Woodland Hills, with most homeowners ending up in the $85 to $105 range for name-brand slabs from Cambria, Caesarstone, or Silestone. Installation, fabrication, edge work, cutouts, tear-out, and haul-away are included in that number. Call (341) 217-2776 for an exact quote, free of charge.
How long does the countertop replacement take?
From template to finished install, allow 1.5 to 3 weeks in Woodland Hills. The template appointment takes about an hour. Fabrication runs 5 to 10 business days depending on the stone and edge profile. Installation itself is typically a single day. We’ll give you a clear schedule up front, along with photo updates when the slab goes into fabrication and again the morning of install.
Can you come today to look at my kitchen?
We often can. Sawyer Remodel Woodland Hills answers the phone with a live person 24/7, and we schedule measure and quote appointments on short notice. If you need a countertop quote quickly, call (341) 217-2776 and we’ll get you on the schedule, usually within a day or two depending on where you are in Woodland Hills.
Do you warrant the work?
Every countertop job is covered by our 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. If something isn’t right in the first year, we come back and make it right. The stone itself carries manufacturer backing from Cambria or Caesarstone for quartz, and our granite supplier warranties are passed through to you. Plus your price was written down before we started, so the warranty work costs you nothing.
Key Takeaways
- Installed quartz and granite in Woodland Hills costs roughly $55 – $135 per square foot depending on stone, with most kitchens between $3,200 and $6,800.
- Quartz is lower maintenance and more consistent; granite is heat-hardier and has natural stone character.
- You can replace just the counters without touching your cabinets, and we’ll tell you honestly if your cabinets can carry stone.
- Every job gets a written price before any work starts, and we show up when we say we will.
- Call us at (341) 217-2776 for a free, no-pressure estimate and slab recommendations.
Ready to See Real Slabs and a Written Price?
Countertops should not be a guessing game. When we measure your kitchen in Woodland Hills, you’ll get a written price with a full breakdown: stone, fabrication, edges, cutouts, tear-out, haul-away. Where your slab comes from, who fabricates it, when we install it. All of that, in writing, before you pay a dime. Call Sawyer Remodel Woodland Hills at (341) 217-2776 to set up your free measure and estimate. We answer the phone live, day or night.
Written by Luca Romano, Owner at Sawyer Remodel Woodland Hills, serving Woodland Hills.
