About Granite, exterior, contractors

Honesty and communication are invaluable qualities in any home improvement contractor. Given the limitless stone options available, hiring a knowledgeable granite contractor who you can trust will help you choose the stone installation that meets your expectations for appearance, durability, and price. You should look for a granite contractor who isn't afraid to give you his or her expert opinion but will also, ultimately, empower you to make the final decision and give you want you choose.

 

The Nature of Granite and Other Stone

Granite is the most popular stone choice given its extreme durability and reasonable price. There are often wide variations in the quality of different granite. Different quarries produce different quality of stone, both in appearance and durability. Even the section of the quarry where the granite was mined can have a dramatic effect. Stone near the top of the quarry is likely to have a substantially weaker constitution and voids in the stone.

This type of stone, called over-burden stone, is easy to pawn off on homeowners as it often has a unique and stunning appearance. Granite from each section of a quarry should be tested to ensure minimum performance standards. These tests can be expensive and it may be impractical to test the specific granite for your installation. Still, a granite contractor should be able to give you some assurances that your stone is up to par.


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