Shimming, leveling and adding support to cabinets so they can carry heavy stone safely and the new top sits flat.
Granite is heavy, and heavy things expose weak cabinets. A slab on cabinets that are not level can rock, crack at stress points or leave gaps along the wall. Older cabinets may sag, have loose joints or lack support in the middle. In Nashville homes with settled floors and older kitchens, checking and correcting the cabinet base is one of the most important steps before stone goes on.
We check each run with a long level, look at the strength of the face frames and corners and see whether the cabinets are securely attached to the wall and to each other. We shim low spots, add support strips or plywood where tops need more bearing, and reinforce spans over dishwashers and sinks. If the cabinets are in poor shape, we explain the options, which may include replacing a section or adding supports. We also show you what we find, so the reasons for any shimming or support are clear.
A long level across each run shows high and low points that would make the stone rock or crack.
Low cabinets are shimmed and fastened so the top surface is flat and stable.
Spans, dishwasher openings and overhangs may need extra support strips or brackets.
If a cabinet is badly damaged or water-stained, we explain whether repair or replacement makes sense.
Drag the handle to compare.
BeforeAfterFlat under the stone.
Fastened properly.
For spans and overhangs.
Repair or replace.
Tight to the wall.
Confidence on install day.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Topic guideGranite ThicknessWhy slabs come in two common thicknesses, how thickness affects support, edges, weight and look, and which fits…Learn more 
Topic guideSeams and LayoutWhy granite counters have seams, where they belong, how a good seam is made and how layout affects…Learn more 
Topic guideSealing and CareHow to clean granite, test the seal, treat spills and know when to reseal, in plain steps you…Learn more Tick what you see on your counters and get a priority list and a plain recommendation: care, repair, restore or replace.
You tell us about your counters and what you want to change, from a repair to a whole-kitchen install, and we set a visit that fits your day.
We visit, measure, check the cabinets, walls and plumbing and talk through stone, edges, seams and sinks.
We help you choose a slab at local stone yards, plan the layout and give you an itemized written estimate with options.
Once cabinets are set and level, we template the real room, confirm cutouts and seams and send the plan to fabrication.
The stone is cut and polished, old counters are removed and the new granite is carried in, set, seamed and sealed.
We walk the finished counters with you, explain care, run the water test and leave the space clean.
Usually yes if they are sound and level. We check and add support where needed.
Thin slabs often need plywood or support strips. Thicker slabs may not. We advise.
We shim the cabinets so the top is level, which is more important than the floor.
We can repair or replace sections, or refer you to a cabinet professional.
An uneven base can make stone rock or crack and leaves gaps at the wall.
Countertop RemovalCareful removal of old counters with floors and cabinets protected, and the old tops hauled away, so installation…Explore 
Templating and MeasuringLaser and digital templating that captures every wall, corner and cutout, so the granite arrives cut to fit…Explore 
Loose Countertop ReattachmentRe-securing granite tops that have come loose from the cabinets, with fresh adhesive and added support so they…Explore 
Countertop ReplacementReplacing worn, damaged or dated tops, granite or otherwise, with new granite: removal, templating, fabrication and installation in…Explore Tell us about your project and we will call you back to set up a visit.
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