Frequently Asked Questions

We proudly serve Palm Beach County and the surrounding communities. Our primary service areas include West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Jupiter, Wellington, and Boynton Beach & Delray Beach, alongside our home base in Lake Worth. If you are located nearby, please contact us to confirm availability.

Yes, Marcos Stone Works is a fully licensed and insured stone fabrication and installation company. With over 15 years of industry experience, we ensure that every project meets local building codes and safety standards, giving our clients complete peace of mind.

Getting a free, no-obligation estimate is quick and easy. You can call us directly at (561) 317-9748 or send your project details, dimensions, or drawings via email to [email protected]. We will review your request and get back to you promptly with a comprehensive quote.

Our typical turnaround time is between 7 to 10 business days from the moment we complete the final template measurements to the day of installation. This timeframe ensures meticulous precision during the fabrication phase without keeping your kitchen or bathroom out of commission for too long.

Currently, we do not offer in-house financing programs. Our focus is on providing highly competitive, direct-to-consumer pricing by eliminating the middleman. We do accept all major credit cards and are happy to work alongside your personal lender or bank if you have secured home improvement financing.

Quartz is an engineered material composed of crushed natural quartz combined with resins and pigments, resulting in a non-porous, maintenance-free surface with uniform patterns. In contrast, quartzite is a 100% natural stone extracted directly from the earth, celebrated for its extreme hardness, natural heat resistance, and highly unique organic veining.

Quartzite is widely considered the most durable natural stone available, offering unmatched resistance to scratching and extreme heat. However, engineered quartz is incredibly durable in everyday kitchen use, particularly because its non-porous surface makes it practically impervious to stains from wine, oils, and juices.

Engineered quartz is the undisputed winner when it comes to low maintenance. Unlike natural stones like granite or marble, quartz never needs to be resealed and can be easily cleaned with just mild soap and warm water.

Absolutely. Because natural stone slabs (like granite, quartzite, and marble) feature unique colors and veining, we highly encourage you to visit our trusted local supplier yards. This allows you to hand-select the exact slab that will be crafted into your new countertops.

Yes, we have established relationships with all leading quartz manufacturers. We can source and fabricate premium brands such as Cambria, Silestone, Caesarstone, and MSI, ensuring you get the exact pattern, color, and warranty backing you desire.

Not at all. Granite remains one of the most popular and sought-after countertop materials in South Florida and across the country. Its natural beauty, unique patterns, and exceptional durability make it a timeless choice. Granite consistently adds value to homes and appeals to buyers across every market segment. Learn more on our Granite Countertops page.

Quartz is highly stain-resistant because it is non-porous, meaning liquids cannot penetrate the surface. Under normal kitchen and bathroom use, staining is extremely unlikely. However, certain substances like turmeric or permanent marker can leave marks if left sitting for an extended period. Prompt cleanup is always recommended. Learn more on our Quartz Countertops page.

Marble is a naturally porous stone that can absorb liquids and develop stains if not properly sealed. Common staining agents include red wine, coffee, and citrus juice. With regular sealing every 6 to 12 months and prompt cleanup of spills, marble can remain beautiful for decades. Learn more on our Marble Countertops page.

Yes, we offer professional tear-out and removal services for your existing countertops. Our team handles the demolition carefully to protect your cabinets and properly disposes of the old materials, leaving a clean slate for the new installation.

We utilize advanced laser templating technology directly over your secured base cabinets. This digital measuring system creates a highly accurate blueprint of your kitchen’s unique dimensions, accounting for any bowing walls or unevenness to guarantee a perfect fit.

Most residential countertop installations are completed within a single day. Typically, the process takes anywhere from 3 to 6 hours depending on the size of the project, the number of seams required, and site accessibility.

Yes, we require the homeowner or a designated decision-maker to be present on installation day. This is crucial for verifying cutout locations (like faucets), answering any final questions, and signing off on the completed work to ensure you are 100% satisfied.

Your kitchen will be an active construction zone and will not be usable while our crews are on site working. However, since the process usually takes only half a day, your kitchen will be fully functional—complete with your beautiful new stone surfaces—by evening.

Countertop pricing varies based on the specific material, slab tier, and complexity of the fabrication. On average, our installed pricing for level-one granites and standard quartz starts around $45 to $60 per square foot, while exotic quartzites and premium quartz brands are priced higher.

As a direct, independent fabricator in Lake Worth, we operate without the massive corporate overhead of large retail chains. We source our slabs directly from distributors and handle all cutting, polishing, and installation in-house, passing those substantial savings directly to our customers.

For custom fabrication requiring full slab orders, we generally have a minimum project size of 35 square feet. However, if you have a smaller project, such as a bathroom vanity or a small island, we offer excellent pricing on our extensive inventory of remnant pieces.

No, our initial consultations, templating advice, and detailed quotes are 100% free. We believe in total transparency, meaning the quote you receive will detail all costs without any hidden fees or surprise charges down the line.

For daily cleaning across all stone types, a soft microfiber cloth with warm water and a few drops of mild dish soap is best. Avoid harsh, acidic, or abrasive chemical cleaners (like bleach or ammonia), as they can break down the sealant on natural stone and dull the finish.

We recommend sealing natural stones like granite and quartzite once every 12 to 18 months. Lighter colored stones may be slightly more porous and benefit from a sealing application closer to the one-year mark to prevent liquid penetration.

While extremely durable, stone surfaces can suffer thermal shock from piping hot pots placed directly on the surface. Acidic substances like vinegar or lemon juice left unattended can etch the polish on marble, and heavy impacts on exposed edges can cause chipping. We always recommend using trivets and cutting boards.

No, quartz countertops are factory-engineered with a resin binder that makes the surface completely non-porous. Therefore, quartz will never require any sealants or waxes to maintain its resistance to stains and moisture.