The best way to get discount granite countertops is to go where there is lot's of competition. Nothing keeps a countertop business more honest than some healthy competition.
My favorite way to find competition is to use the internet, where granite dealers can come to you.
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There's a lot of discount granite for sale on the internet. You will have to be leary of cheap granite however if you decide to buy on the internet without actually seeing the colors of the stone in person.
Stick with only the largest and most reputable manufacturers. It's the small and the overseas companies that you should be the most leary of. Especially the overseas ones.
Another difficulty with ordering discount granite countertops online is getting the measurements right. You only have one chance to do so, so you have to get it right the first time.
This is where have a contractor comes in handy. They'll know exactly how to measure the counter and make sure that it fits right, the first time.
You can get contractors to compete for your business using
services like Service Magic and Renovation Experts
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I have used both services and have been very happy with the results. I have gotten great prices from local conractors that did high quality work around my home. I would definitely use them for granite countertops or for granite tile countertops if I was looking for a budget conscious alternative to slab granite.
I'll definitely be using them again and would highly recommend them to anyone that does not already have a home improvement contractor that they trust.
