Key Takeaways
- Turn countertops takeoff into a priced estimate with your local rates.
- Line-item audit trail — defensible, not a spreadsheet black box.
- Reference Countertops costs: $50-120/SF/stone countertop, $40-90/SF/solid surface, $15-40/SF/laminate.
- Estimate flows directly into AIA G702/G703 billing.
Countertops estimating, step by step
- Quantities come from takeoff — top area by type and more.
- Price materials: Granite/quartz, Solid surface, Laminate, Edge profiles.
- Apply your burdened labor rate ($45-85/hr (fabricators/installers)).
- Add overhead (10-20%) and profit (5-15%) per your books.
- Sanity-check per SF or per unit against the ranges below.
Countertops cost reference
| Item | Typical range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Stone countertop | $50-120/SF | |
| Solid surface | $40-90/SF | |
| Laminate | $15-40/SF |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Countertops estimating software?
It takes your countertops quantities and builds a priced estimate — material, labor, equipment, overhead, and profit — line by line, with your local rates instead of generic national averages.
How does Countertops estimating work in CyanBuild?
Takeoff produces quantities, which flow directly into the estimate. You price each line with your $45-85/hr rate and material costs, add overhead and profit, and export a defensible bid.
Can I use my own Countertops cost data?
Yes. Use the built-in reference ranges as a starting point, then override with your vendor quotes and historical job costs — your own data is always more accurate than national averages.
What Countertops costs should I budget?
Typical ranges: $50-120/SF for stone countertop; $40-90/SF for solid surface; $15-40/SF for laminate. Labor runs about $45-85/hr (fabricators/installers).
Does the estimate flow into billing?
Yes — your CyanBuild estimate becomes your Schedule of Values, which feeds AIA G702/G703 pay applications, so your estimate and billing stay in sync.