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TR Granite & Stone Studio

14805 Willard Rd
4.89(
66
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Approved Pro

TR Granite & Stone Studio

14805 Willard Rd
4.89(
66
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
111 local quotes requested

TR Granite and Stone Studio is your ultimate choice when shopping for granite, marble & quartz counter tops in Virginia , Washington DC and Maryland! Prefab & Slabs Available – We have over 325 prefabricated granite options. We take tremendous pride in our competitive prices & our highly rated customer service!

"Great job/customer service. I removed a dbl sink (large and small) replace with new large one bowl sink and faucet and cutting granite. Louis and team were great!! Came in went over what was to be done, got right to work measuring and demo the old sink. There was a good amount of dust from cutting the granite, they did a great job cleaning up. The plumber, Retilo was wonderful also. I had a slow leak which i didnt know. he showed me, and replaced the fitting for it (addtl cost but small). He re hooked the garbage disposal made sure everything was working properly. Although they were fast workers (probably because they do this so often) they took time to answer my questions and made sure i understood the installation process. My sink looks awesome, looks like it was put in originally, would never know it was changed. I recommend them 100%"

Jose R on November 2024

TR Granite and Stone Studio is your ultimate choice when shopping for granite, marble & quartz counter tops in Virginia , Washington DC and Maryland! Prefab & Slabs Available – We have over 325 prefabricated granite options. We take tremendous pride in our competitive prices & our highly rated customer service!

"Great job/customer service. I removed a dbl sink (large and small) replace with new large one bowl sink and faucet and cutting granite. Louis and team were great!! Came in went over what was to be done, got right to work measuring and demo the old sink. There was a good amount of dust from cutting the granite, they did a great job cleaning up. The plumber, Retilo was wonderful also. I had a slow leak which i didnt know. he showed me, and replaced the fitting for it (addtl cost but small). He re hooked the garbage disposal made sure everything was working properly. Although they were fast workers (probably because they do this so often) they took time to answer my questions and made sure i understood the installation process. My sink looks awesome, looks like it was put in originally, would never know it was changed. I recommend them 100%"

Jose R on November 2024


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Us Granite Marble inc

52 Industrial Park Dr
3.92(
12
)
Approved Pro

Us Granite Marble inc

52 Industrial Park Dr
3.92(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
21 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

US GRANITE MARBLE INC. was established in 2009 and is now one of the largest full-service kitchen and bath stone fabricators in the area. Over the last 15 years we have proudly served the DMV area and beyond. From commercial, residential, and even government jobs we have thrived in them all. We specialize in kitchen remodeling, kitchen countertops, bathroom remodels/countertops, bar remodeling/countertops, mosaic tiles, knobs and pulls, flooring, as well as cabinetry. We have over 500 slabs on site to see in person to help you with your selections. We have a wide range of quartz, marble, granite, and quartzite, and soapstone's on site. Our staff is widely trained in customer service, installations, as well as fabrication, and repairs. US GRANITE MARBLE INC. proudly works with contractors as well as homeowners. We can truly help to make your construction dreams a reality. We have 7 different cabinet manufacturers that we are licensed to sell, install, assemble, as well as deliver. We have over 300 mosaic tiles to choose from, we can also do a stone countertop full height backsplash for your next project. We carry multiple brands, styles, and colors of waterproof vinyl laminate flooring as well as ceramic/porcelain tiles for your everyday needs as well. We have access to over 50 types of sinks such as porcelain/ceramic, fire clay, stainless steel, under mounts, farm sinks, and even top mounted sinks. We also specialize in fireplace surrounds, hearths, and even the cutouts for electric fireplaces mounted into the stone. The sky is the limit when it comes to our designs and installs. Call us today 301-328-3678 and we can get you set up for a free at home measurement to help you get your next dream project a reality. Specializing in Residential and Commercial Quartz, Granite, Marble, Cambria Quartz, Silestone, Zodiaq, Caesarstone Countertops fabrication and installation. Easy Steps to your dream granite transformations...

"Overall, I would say I'm 80 percent satisfied with the work performed by US Granite Marble Inc. It appears that they order one slab for my kitchen job, but it was not enough. One kitchen cabinet was moved to compensate for one countertop not being long enough. As a result, it exposed a little more than a half inch of sheet rock that had never been painted and a gap in my floor tile that had originally been covered with the bottom cabinet molding. Upon completion, they moved my refrigerator over to cover this imperfection. I was asked whether they could bring the large slabs through my garage instead of the front door. I have a pantry connected to my garage...so there is a pantry door and a garage door. Working in my office I noticed a large fly come into the room and when I went to the kitchen they had both the garage door and pantry door open letting in not only bugs but heat from outside on a high humidity day. I closed the pantry door and as long as I was in the kitchen they would close the door behind themselves. After they left for the day, I noticed that my air condition was not cutting off as usual. Checking the thermostat, I realized that they had dropped the temperature in my house to compensate for them leaving both doors open. The next day the owner stopped by to view and address my concerns. He tried to make what appeared to be excuses for the movement of my cabinet. He stated "I'm noy saying they moved the cabinet, but if they did, I'll find out why. Now the owner is the one who measured my kitchen project and if he had noticed and/or seen the gap I believe he would have noted it or brought it to my attention that his company would not be liable for this discrepancy. It's been a week, and the owner has not followed up with me to resolve this issue."

Michael W on July 2025

US GRANITE MARBLE INC. was established in 2009 and is now one of the largest full-service kitchen and bath stone fabricators in the area. Over the last 15 years we have proudly served the DMV area and beyond. From commercial, residential, and even government jobs we have thrived in them all. We specialize in kitchen remodeling, kitchen countertops, bathroom remodels/countertops, bar remodeling/countertops, mosaic tiles, knobs and pulls, flooring, as well as cabinetry. We have over 500 slabs on site to see in person to help you with your selections. We have a wide range of quartz, marble, granite, and quartzite, and soapstone's on site. Our staff is widely trained in customer service, installations, as well as fabrication, and repairs. US GRANITE MARBLE INC. proudly works with contractors as well as homeowners. We can truly help to make your construction dreams a reality. We have 7 different cabinet manufacturers that we are licensed to sell, install, assemble, as well as deliver. We have over 300 mosaic tiles to choose from, we can also do a stone countertop full height backsplash for your next project. We carry multiple brands, styles, and colors of waterproof vinyl laminate flooring as well as ceramic/porcelain tiles for your everyday needs as well. We have access to over 50 types of sinks such as porcelain/ceramic, fire clay, stainless steel, under mounts, farm sinks, and even top mounted sinks. We also specialize in fireplace surrounds, hearths, and even the cutouts for electric fireplaces mounted into the stone. The sky is the limit when it comes to our designs and installs. Call us today 301-328-3678 and we can get you set up for a free at home measurement to help you get your next dream project a reality. Specializing in Residential and Commercial Quartz, Granite, Marble, Cambria Quartz, Silestone, Zodiaq, Caesarstone Countertops fabrication and installation. Easy Steps to your dream granite transformations...

"Overall, I would say I'm 80 percent satisfied with the work performed by US Granite Marble Inc. It appears that they order one slab for my kitchen job, but it was not enough. One kitchen cabinet was moved to compensate for one countertop not being long enough. As a result, it exposed a little more than a half inch of sheet rock that had never been painted and a gap in my floor tile that had originally been covered with the bottom cabinet molding. Upon completion, they moved my refrigerator over to cover this imperfection. I was asked whether they could bring the large slabs through my garage instead of the front door. I have a pantry connected to my garage...so there is a pantry door and a garage door. Working in my office I noticed a large fly come into the room and when I went to the kitchen they had both the garage door and pantry door open letting in not only bugs but heat from outside on a high humidity day. I closed the pantry door and as long as I was in the kitchen they would close the door behind themselves. After they left for the day, I noticed that my air condition was not cutting off as usual. Checking the thermostat, I realized that they had dropped the temperature in my house to compensate for them leaving both doors open. The next day the owner stopped by to view and address my concerns. He tried to make what appeared to be excuses for the movement of my cabinet. He stated "I'm noy saying they moved the cabinet, but if they did, I'll find out why. Now the owner is the one who measured my kitchen project and if he had noticed and/or seen the gap I believe he would have noted it or brought it to my attention that his company would not be liable for this discrepancy. It's been a week, and the owner has not followed up with me to resolve this issue."

Michael W on July 2025


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Pyramid Granite LLC

7956 Twist Ln
4.90(
298
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Approved Pro

Pyramid Granite LLC

7956 Twist Ln
4.90(
298
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 local quotes requested

Pyramid Granite is a luxury surface specialist based in Springfield, VA, offering custom granite, quartz, and marble fabrication alongside full-service kitchen and bath remodeling. Since 2004, we’ve worked with homeowners, designers, and contractors across the DMV area to deliver precision installations, timeless materials, and tailored designs. With a curated in-house slab selection and advanced CNC technology, our team handles every phase — from consultation to fabrication and final installation — ensuring flawless execution and lasting value. Whether you’re renovating a bathroom, upgrading a kitchen, or adding custom features like a fireplace surround or backsplash, we bring your vision to life with unmatched craftsmanship and speed.

"Great! They were very professional and gave great recommendations"

Catherine H on June 2025

Pyramid Granite is a luxury surface specialist based in Springfield, VA, offering custom granite, quartz, and marble fabrication alongside full-service kitchen and bath remodeling. Since 2004, we’ve worked with homeowners, designers, and contractors across the DMV area to deliver precision installations, timeless materials, and tailored designs. With a curated in-house slab selection and advanced CNC technology, our team handles every phase — from consultation to fabrication and final installation — ensuring flawless execution and lasting value. Whether you’re renovating a bathroom, upgrading a kitchen, or adding custom features like a fireplace surround or backsplash, we bring your vision to life with unmatched craftsmanship and speed.

"Great! They were very professional and gave great recommendations"

Catherine H on June 2025


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Kitchen & Bath Shop - Rockville

16801 Crabbs Branch Way
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Kitchen & Bath Shop - Rockville

16801 Crabbs Branch Way
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Approved Pro
14 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Kitchen & Bath Shop is a complete kitchen and bath remodeling showroom with years of experience in quality residential kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling. Along with basement redo’s at low costs and other major home renovations. Our company provides the most comprehensive affordable kitchen and bathroom remodeling services. We are committed to giving our customers a wide range of modern, traditional, and classic kitchens and bathroom options and making the process of finding and buying your dream kitchen and bathroom as easy as possible.

Kitchen & Bath Shop is a complete kitchen and bath remodeling showroom with years of experience in quality residential kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling. Along with basement redo’s at low costs and other major home renovations. Our company provides the most comprehensive affordable kitchen and bathroom remodeling services. We are committed to giving our customers a wide range of modern, traditional, and classic kitchens and bathroom options and making the process of finding and buying your dream kitchen and bathroom as easy as possible.


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First Impression Hardscapes, LLC

7154 Montevideo Rd
4.69(
118
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First Impression Hardscapes, LLC

7154 Montevideo Rd
4.69(
118
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1232 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

First Impression Hardscapes is the premier hardscape artisan in the D.C. metro area, serving Maryland and Washington D.C. We take a custom approach to designing your driveway, walkway, patio, or pool deck in elegant flagstone or stunning, durable pavers. First Impression’s will turn your hardscape fantasies into a First Impression reality! - OUR MISSION: To provide lifestyle changing hardscapes that are aesthetically pleasing, durable, and have eternal value. - OUR VISION: To be the leading hardscape installer in Maryland and Washington D.C. by becoming home and property owners’ first choice for all of their hardscape needs. - OUR HISTORY: First Impression Hardscapes has over 20 years combined experience in serving the D.C. metro area. Our quality of construction is second to none, and we also pride ourselves in having superior customer relations. All of our crews are completely “in house”; we do not use sub-contractors. We are licensed and insured for all of your hardscape needs. No matter how large or small, we are pleased to transform your hardscape fantasies into a First Impression reality! -- Additional email: info@firsthardscapes.com.

"Prompt service. We are very happy with the quality of work. We would hire them again."

Jesse T on May 2025

First Impression Hardscapes is the premier hardscape artisan in the D.C. metro area, serving Maryland and Washington D.C. We take a custom approach to designing your driveway, walkway, patio, or pool deck in elegant flagstone or stunning, durable pavers. First Impression’s will turn your hardscape fantasies into a First Impression reality! - OUR MISSION: To provide lifestyle changing hardscapes that are aesthetically pleasing, durable, and have eternal value. - OUR VISION: To be the leading hardscape installer in Maryland and Washington D.C. by becoming home and property owners’ first choice for all of their hardscape needs. - OUR HISTORY: First Impression Hardscapes has over 20 years combined experience in serving the D.C. metro area. Our quality of construction is second to none, and we also pride ourselves in having superior customer relations. All of our crews are completely “in house”; we do not use sub-contractors. We are licensed and insured for all of your hardscape needs. No matter how large or small, we are pleased to transform your hardscape fantasies into a First Impression reality! -- Additional email: info@firsthardscapes.com.

"Prompt service. We are very happy with the quality of work. We would hire them again."

Jesse T on May 2025


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SBC Outdoor Services

804 Nursery Road
4.03(
31
)
Approved Pro

SBC Outdoor Services

804 Nursery Road
4.03(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
1413 local quotes requested
23 years of experience

OVER 100 YEARS COMBINED EXPERIENCE AS YOU PATIO AND HARDSCAPE EXPERTS! SBC Outdoor Services was founded in 2015 by Brad Crist. Brad had over 15 years of experience in the industry and wanted to create a landscaping company that could hold true to the concept of “quality landscaping.” Ever since then we've been constantly growing as a high-end hardscape, landscape design, and commercial maintenance business. Over the course of our existence, we've earned a great reputation for quality service and we aim to not just maintain our reputation for excellence but to constantly improve it. That's why we only hire the best of the best. Our management team alone has over 30 years of experience in the industry and members of management used to maintain the White House. The rest of our team is similarly qualified and has over 100 years of combined experience. At SBC Outdoor Services we believe that landscaping is an art, not just a skill. We not only teach our employees proper installation methods but also encourage them to take initiative and to completely pour their imagination and skill into their work. Our design and installation divisions make sure that the product will be very functional as well as attractive while our maintenance division employees take great pride in the ongoing beauty of your property.

"I hired them to do landscaping and a driveway, my drive way is crumbling and have holes in it."

Cynthia R on December 2023

OVER 100 YEARS COMBINED EXPERIENCE AS YOU PATIO AND HARDSCAPE EXPERTS! SBC Outdoor Services was founded in 2015 by Brad Crist. Brad had over 15 years of experience in the industry and wanted to create a landscaping company that could hold true to the concept of “quality landscaping.” Ever since then we've been constantly growing as a high-end hardscape, landscape design, and commercial maintenance business. Over the course of our existence, we've earned a great reputation for quality service and we aim to not just maintain our reputation for excellence but to constantly improve it. That's why we only hire the best of the best. Our management team alone has over 30 years of experience in the industry and members of management used to maintain the White House. The rest of our team is similarly qualified and has over 100 years of combined experience. At SBC Outdoor Services we believe that landscaping is an art, not just a skill. We not only teach our employees proper installation methods but also encourage them to take initiative and to completely pour their imagination and skill into their work. Our design and installation divisions make sure that the product will be very functional as well as attractive while our maintenance division employees take great pride in the ongoing beauty of your property.

"I hired them to do landscaping and a driveway, my drive way is crumbling and have holes in it."

Cynthia R on December 2023


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Xtra Care Landscaping & Design INC

8511 Gue Rd
4.79(
214
)
Approved Pro

Xtra Care Landscaping & Design INC

8511 Gue Rd
4.79(
214
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
1406 local quotes requested

We understand how important it is to have confidence in the people who design your landscape. We have a friendly staff of highly creative and capable people, and we pride ourselves in our excellent service recognized around DC area, Maryland and Virginia. That’s how we’ve built our business throughout more than 18 years and mostly through referrals. For more than a decade, Xtra Care Landscaping & Design, Inc, has provided professional lawn and yard maintenance as well as comprehensive landscaping design-build services to residential and commercial clients throughout the metropolitan Washington, DC area.Whether you choose mowing and edging, artificial turf or mulching our competitive pricing and professional service is among the best in the area, and be sure to ask about our complete landscape design-build services guaranteed to blend your home or office seamlessly into it’s natural surroundings. Call us for any of the listed services: Yard & Maintenance, Hardscaping, Sprinkler Systems, Lighting, Artificial Turf, Decks, Landscape Design, Going Green, Concrete Art, Or Commercial Maintenance!

"Great job. Knowledgeable and professional"

Keith M on September 2025

We understand how important it is to have confidence in the people who design your landscape. We have a friendly staff of highly creative and capable people, and we pride ourselves in our excellent service recognized around DC area, Maryland and Virginia. That’s how we’ve built our business throughout more than 18 years and mostly through referrals. For more than a decade, Xtra Care Landscaping & Design, Inc, has provided professional lawn and yard maintenance as well as comprehensive landscaping design-build services to residential and commercial clients throughout the metropolitan Washington, DC area.Whether you choose mowing and edging, artificial turf or mulching our competitive pricing and professional service is among the best in the area, and be sure to ask about our complete landscape design-build services guaranteed to blend your home or office seamlessly into it’s natural surroundings. Call us for any of the listed services: Yard & Maintenance, Hardscaping, Sprinkler Systems, Lighting, Artificial Turf, Decks, Landscape Design, Going Green, Concrete Art, Or Commercial Maintenance!

"Great job. Knowledgeable and professional"

Keith M on September 2025


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East Coast Landscape Design

2000 SPENCERVILLE ROAD
4.59(
139
)
Approved Pro

East Coast Landscape Design

2000 SPENCERVILLE ROAD
4.59(
139
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
835 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LIVING. East Coast creates inspiring landscapes, hardscapes, water features and drainage solutions that bring beauty, new outdoor experiences and exceptional value to your life and home. SPECIALIZING IN: Patios, walkways, driveways, landscaping, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, outdoor lighting, drainage and erosion control (including eco-friendly permeable pavers, dry riverbeds and rain gardens through RainScapes and RiverSmart rebate programs). TRUSTED: Employees drug tested and background checked. License #42490. Insurance #Q89-0102236-M. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: mark@eclandscapedesign.com

"that Roberto and the crew did a great job on the retaining wall and driveway. The workmanship was excellent, and Roberto accommodated my every request for alterations in the design without question. In addition, his suggestions contributed to creating the finished product that I had envisioned."

Robert R on February 2025

BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LIVING. East Coast creates inspiring landscapes, hardscapes, water features and drainage solutions that bring beauty, new outdoor experiences and exceptional value to your life and home. SPECIALIZING IN: Patios, walkways, driveways, landscaping, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, outdoor lighting, drainage and erosion control (including eco-friendly permeable pavers, dry riverbeds and rain gardens through RainScapes and RiverSmart rebate programs). TRUSTED: Employees drug tested and background checked. License #42490. Insurance #Q89-0102236-M. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: mark@eclandscapedesign.com

"that Roberto and the crew did a great job on the retaining wall and driveway. The workmanship was excellent, and Roberto accommodated my every request for alterations in the design without question. In addition, his suggestions contributed to creating the finished product that I had envisioned."

Robert R on February 2025


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Best Homes LLC.

233 Morrisons Road
4.19(
21
)
Approved Pro

Best Homes LLC.

233 Morrisons Road
4.19(
21
)
Approved Pro
1181 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Here at Best Homes, our company is based on the belief that our customers' satisfaction is of the utmost importance. Our team is driven to meet your needs with professionalism, creativity, and efficiency. Established 2005. Owner: Jonathan Perez Office Manager: Paige Marie Campbell Project Manager: Jefry Perez

"Basement Project We absolutely love our new basement! I was very nervous when selecting the contractor for this job. I interviewed three contractors for the job, all seem very decent, but what set Best Home apart was Jeff Segovia. He designed the whole layout of our basement (we love it) and oversaw the entire project from beginning to end. The construction crews were very polite and friendly. Best Home did an excellent job and very flexible with many changes I had and they completed the job on time (took 3 months and exactly 1 week)which was amazing. I am actually hiring them again for additional projects. I highly recommend Best Homes!"

Jesita B on August 2024

Here at Best Homes, our company is based on the belief that our customers' satisfaction is of the utmost importance. Our team is driven to meet your needs with professionalism, creativity, and efficiency. Established 2005. Owner: Jonathan Perez Office Manager: Paige Marie Campbell Project Manager: Jefry Perez

"Basement Project We absolutely love our new basement! I was very nervous when selecting the contractor for this job. I interviewed three contractors for the job, all seem very decent, but what set Best Home apart was Jeff Segovia. He designed the whole layout of our basement (we love it) and oversaw the entire project from beginning to end. The construction crews were very polite and friendly. Best Home did an excellent job and very flexible with many changes I had and they completed the job on time (took 3 months and exactly 1 week)which was amazing. I am actually hiring them again for additional projects. I highly recommend Best Homes!"

Jesita B on August 2024


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Comprehensive Renovation LLC

7820 Wormans Mill Rd
5.00(
17
)
Approved Pro

Comprehensive Renovation LLC

7820 Wormans Mill Rd
5.00(
17
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
465 local quotes requested

I have started a full service renovation company specializing in Bathroom Remodeling. We offer an end-to-end client experience that includes seamless communication, on-site organization and quality work every time. With the current situation regarding COVID19 we are fully prepared to take special measures to ensure your safety as well as ours. Why Choose Us? We are a family oriented company that focuses on being professional, punctual, polite and immediate. With a fully certified staff and a combined 20 years in the industry we can assure that you will get top notch service with the family feel.

"Andy and his team had excellent people skills and communicated with directness and interest in our kitchen remodel project. All the materials arrived in a timely manner. The work was completed a day early."

peter c on May 2025

I have started a full service renovation company specializing in Bathroom Remodeling. We offer an end-to-end client experience that includes seamless communication, on-site organization and quality work every time. With the current situation regarding COVID19 we are fully prepared to take special measures to ensure your safety as well as ours. Why Choose Us? We are a family oriented company that focuses on being professional, punctual, polite and immediate. With a fully certified staff and a combined 20 years in the industry we can assure that you will get top notch service with the family feel.

"Andy and his team had excellent people skills and communicated with directness and interest in our kitchen remodel project. All the materials arrived in a timely manner. The work was completed a day early."

peter c on May 2025

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FAQs for laminate countertops installation projects in Germantown, MD

With the right care and a professional installation, laminate counters last 10 to 15 years. Wipe up spills quickly, clean with a nonabrasive product, and keep hot pots off the surface to prevent warping or scorch marks. Limiting prolonged moisture at seams also pays off. Your installer can walk you through simple maintenance habits that will help you squeeze every year out of your new counters.

Yes—if the existing laminate is solid and level, a pro can bond a fresh sheet right on top. They’ll rough up the old surface, apply the correct adhesive, and make precise cuts so the new layer sits tight. Skipping steps can lead to bubbles or weak seams, so this project is best left to an experienced installer who has the tools to deliver a clean, durable finish.

Absolutely, you can give tired laminate a facelift with paint, tile, or a concrete overlay instead of a full tear-out. The key is thorough prep: clean, degrease, and lightly sand so the new finish sticks. 

Follow the product instructions for primer, sealers, and cure times, or hire a pro if you’d rather avoid the mess. When done correctly, these updates freshen the look and add a few more years of useful life.

Mix baking soda with just enough water to form a paste, then spread it over the stain and let it sit for five minutes. Wipe away with a soft, damp cloth—don’t scrub, as abrasives can dull the surface. Repeat if needed. For stubborn marks, ask your installer about cleaners made specifically for laminate.

Laminate isn’t built to battle the elements. Water, UV rays, and temperature swings quickly cause swelling, fading, and mold. Even a covered patio won’t protect the material for long. If you’re planning an outdoor kitchen or bar, skip laminate and choose a weather-tough option like stone, tile, or concrete so you don’t end up replacing your counters after the first season.

Traditional laminate isn’t the greenest choice. Most sheets rely on plastics like melamine and can emit trace VOCs over time. They also can’t be recycled at the end of their life. A few brands now use recycled pulp cores, but plastics still make up much of the product. 

If sustainability tops your list, consider natural or recyclable materials such as solid wood, stone, or recycled glass instead.

The Germantown, MD homeowners’ guide to laminate countertops installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.