Choose the countertop by how the kitchen lives.
Every material has a different relationship with heat, seams, staining, maintenance, old cabinets, tight Pittsburgh houses, and resale. These material pages are written to answer the questions homeowners ask before they call.
Quartz countertops
Best for low-maintenance family kitchens, consistent color, and predictable installed pricing.
$72-$145 / sq. ft. installedGranite countertops
Best for natural variation, heat resistance, and classic Pittsburgh homes.
$68-$135 / sq. ft. installedQuartzite countertops
Best for premium kitchens that need natural stone movement and stronger performance.
$105-$210 / sq. ft. installedMarble countertops
Best for baker kitchens, historic character, and homeowners comfortable with patina.
$95-$190 / sq. ft. installedSoapstone countertops
Best for older homes, honed dark surfaces, and heat-tolerant working kitchens.
$90-$175 / sq. ft. installedConcrete countertops
Best for custom thicknesses, handmade character, integrated details, and matte finishes.
$95-$185 / sq. ft. installedSolid surface countertops
Best for repairable, seamless-friendly counters in kitchens, laundry rooms, and offices.
$55-$105 / sq. ft. installed