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Quartz countertop installation in Charleston generally runs about $80–$150 per square foot installed in 2026. A 40-square-foot kitchen lands around $3,200–$6,000. A 60-square-foot kitchen with an island lands closer to $4,800–$9,000. Where a project falls in that range comes down to the quartz design and brand, how many slabs the layout requires, the edge profile, the number of sink and cooktop cutouts, whether there's a backsplash or waterfall panel, what has to come out before the new counters go in, and how hard the space is to get material into.
That range assumes finished countertop square footage, standard fabrication, and a straightforward installation. Removal of the old countertop, plumbing disconnection and reconnection, cabinet or wall repair, a full-height backsplash, and difficult delivery access are the items most often priced separately. I'll walk through each of those below so nothing catches you off guard when a quote comes in.
That range assumes finished countertop square footage, standard fabrication, and a straightforward installation. Removal of the old countertop, plumbing disconnection and reconnection, cabinet or wall repair, a full-height backsplash, and difficult delivery access are the items most often priced separately. I'll walk through each of those below so nothing catches you off guard when a quote comes in.
How Much Do Quartz Countertops Cost in Charleston, SC?
Most quartz jobs we quote fall into one of three tiers. The material itself is what moves a project from one tier to the next: fabrication and installation labor stay fairly consistent.
Quartz Countertop Cost by Kitchen Size
This is the number most people actually want, so here it is by kitchen size rather than buried in a per-square-foot formula.
These figures assume the price is based on finished countertop square footage. Removal of your existing counters, plumbing work, cabinetry repairs, a full-height backsplash, upgraded edges, and difficult access are frequently priced on top of this range, not inside it.
What Is Included in Quartz Countertop Installation?
When we quote a quartz project, here's what's built into that number:
- Consultation
- Free field measurement
- Digital or physical template
- Quartz material
- Slab layout
- Fabrication
- Standard edge profile
- Standard sink cutout
- Cooktop or faucet holes
- Delivery
- Installation
- Basic seam finishing
- Cleanup
- Warranty
What Affects Quartz Countertop Installation Cost?
Quartz Brand and Design Collection
A quartz slab with a simple, consistent pattern costs less to source and fabricate than one with dramatic veining or a premium, marble-look finish. If you're still narrowing down a look, our guide to the best quartz countertop colors for 2026 breaks down which designs tend to sit in which price tier.
Countertop Square Footage
There's a difference between finished square footage, the actual counter you'll cook and prep on, and slab square footage, which includes the material lost to cuts, seams, and waste. Your quote should tell you which one it's using.
Number of Slabs Required
Slabs come in fixed sizes. A layout that's just slightly too large to fit on one slab crosses over into needing a second, and that jump can move the price noticeably more than the extra square footage alone would suggest.
Slab Layout and Vein Matching
Matching veining across a seam, or keeping a pattern running in one direction across an island, takes more planning and produces more waste than a layout where any offcut will do.
Quartz Thickness
We regularly work in both 2 cm and 3 cm quartz. The thicker slab uses more material and typically carries a higher price per square foot.
Edge Profile
A standard eased edge is included in most quotes. An ogee, mitered, laminated, or waterfall edge is fabrication-intensive and is priced as an upgrade.
Sink and Cooktop Cutouts
An undermount sink cutout, a farmhouse sink notch, a flush cooktop opening, and faucet or accessory holes each add fabrication time. A standard sink cutout is usually included; specialty configurations often are not.
Waterfall Panels and Full-Height Backsplashes
Wrapping quartz down the side of an island or up the wall behind the range uses a meaningful amount of extra material and fabrication time, and it's one of the bigger line items a homeowner can add to a project.
Old Countertop Removal
Whether removal and disposal of your existing countertop is included depends on the quote.
Plumbing and Appliance Work
We install the countertop. We don't automatically disconnect and reconnect plumbing, garbage disposals, gas lines, or electrical appliances. That's worth clarifying with whoever is coordinating your project so nothing falls through the gap between trades.
Cabinet and Wall Condition
Cabinets that are out of level, insufficient support beneath an overhang, or walls that are out of square all add preparatory work before the quartz goes down.
Delivery and Installation Access
Stairs, elevators, narrow entrances, limited parking, and a long carry from the truck to your kitchen all factor into how we plan the install and occasionally into the price.
Why Two Quartz Kitchens With the Same Square Footage Can Cost Different Amounts
I get this question more than almost any other. Two kitchens can be the exact same size and land in very different places on the estimate.
The square footage tells you almost nothing on its own. The layout, the edge, the cutouts, and the design tier are what actually set the price.
How Many Quartz Slabs Will My Kitchen Need?
Finished square footage alone doesn't tell you how many slabs a kitchen needs, and I'd be cautious of anyone who promises an exact slab count before templating your kitchen. A few things drive it:
We give a real slab count once we've templated your kitchen: before that, any number is a guess.
- Slab dimensions vary by collection and manufacturer
- A sink or cooktop cutout doesn't necessarily reduce the material you pay for: the offcut often can't be reused elsewhere
- Vein or grain direction limits how a slab can be cut without breaking the pattern
- An island that needs an uninterrupted run of quartz may require its own dedicated section of slab
- Waterfall ends may need to be cut from a matching part of the slab to keep the veining continuous
We give a real slab count once we've templated your kitchen: before that, any number is a guess.
What Charleston-Area Conditions Can Affect Quartz Installation Cost?
Historic Charleston Kitchens May Require More Detailed Templating
Charleston has one of the largest protected historic districts in the country, and a lot of peninsula kitchens still carry the bones of the original house: walls that aren't quite square, older cabinetry, narrow stairwells, and tight parking. None of that rules quartz out. It just means templating tends to take a closer look, and delivery sometimes takes more planning than it would in a newer build.
Condos May Have Elevator and Loading Requirements
Downtown and along the harbor, a fair number of our jobs are in condo buildings, where building management sometimes has its own rules around elevator reservations, loading windows, or floor protection. Worth asking your building about before your install date gets set.
Mount Pleasant Homes Often Include Large Islands and Custom Details
A good share of the Mount Pleasant kitchens we've worked on lean toward larger islands, open floor plans, and the occasional waterfall edge, which tends to push those projects toward the upper half of the range.
Summerville and Goose Creek Projects May Have More Standardized Layouts
Newer construction out in Summerville and Goose Creek tends to follow more predictable kitchen layouts, which generally makes for a more straightforward and more predictable quote.
Raised and Island Homes Can Create Delivery Challenges
On Johns Island, Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, and Edisto Island, raised foundations, stairs, gated community coordination, and longer carries from the truck to the kitchen are all part of planning the install. We serve these communities regularly and build that access time into the schedule.
Is Quartz a Good Choice for Charleston Kitchens?
Quartz is nonporous, so it generally doesn't need to be sealed: one less thing to maintain year over year. It is heat-resistant, not heat-proof, though, so a hot pan straight off the stove still belongs on a trivet, not directly on the counter. For the mistakes that actually shorten a quartz counter's life, our quartz countertop mistakes guide covers the ones we see most often. If you're weighing quartz against your full range of options, our kitchen countertops page is the better starting point.
Can Quartz Be Used in a Charleston Outdoor Kitchen?
Not automatically. Standard indoor quartz isn't built for prolonged direct sun, and it can discolor or degrade outdoors over time. Some manufacturers make UV-rated outdoor lines that are a different product entirely, so if an outdoor kitchen is part of the plan, that needs to be specified up front, not assumed. For most Charleston outdoor kitchens, granite tends to be the more natural fit; more on that below.
Quartz vs Granite Cost in Charleston
For a full breakdown across every material we work in, our Charleston countertop pricing guide compares quartz, granite, and marble side by side.
What Extra Costs Should Be Included in a Quartz Budget?
- Demolition and disposal
- Plumbing disconnection and reconnection
- Sink
- Faucet
- Backsplash
- Cabinet reinforcement
- Wall repair
- Overhang supports
- Waterfall ends
- Premium edges
- Condo or difficult-access requirements
These are the line items that most often surprise a homeowner who budgeted strictly off a per-square-foot number and nothing else.
How to Compare Quartz Countertop Estimates
If you're holding two or three quotes side by side, ask each contractor the same questions:
A quote that can't answer these clearly is a quote worth questioning.
- Is the quote based on finished square footage or slab usage?
- Which exact quartz collection is included?
- How many slabs are included?
- Which edge is standard?
- How many cutouts are included?
- Is old-counter removal included?
- Is plumbing included?
- Where will the seams be?
- Are overhang supports included?
- Who measures, fabricates, and installs? Is any of it subcontracted?
- What happens if the template comes back with more square footage than estimated?
- What warranty applies?
A quote that can't answer these clearly is a quote worth questioning.
How Long Does Quartz Countertop Installation Take in Charleston?
Our process runs in a fairly consistent sequence:
- You reach out with your project
- We come out for a free measurement
- You get an estimate within 24 hours
- You confirm the material
- We fabricate the slab
- We instal typically within 5 to 14 days of your first call
Frequently Asked Questions About Quartz Countertop Cost in Charleston
Most installed quartz in the Charleston area runs $80–$150 per square foot, depending on the design tier, edge profile, and layout complexity.
A 40-square-foot kitchen typically falls between $3,200 and $6,000 installed, before any removal, plumbing, or backsplash work.
Yes, our quoted price includes measurement, material, fabrication, delivery, and installation. Removal of the old countertop and plumbing reconnection are handled separately.
Detailed veining and specialty finishes are harder to match across seams and produce more waste during fabrication, which adds both material and labor cost.
Not inherently, but islands often call for uninterrupted slab sections or vein matching, which can push a project into needing an extra slab.
Often, yes. A waterfall end needs to be cut from a section of slab that matches the countertop's veining, which can add a full slab to the material cost even on a small island.
Ask us to confirm this on your specific quote: removal and disposal are sometimes included and sometimes priced as an add-on depending on the project.
The two overlap significantly. Granite can start slightly lower, but a premium granite slab can cost as much as or more than mid-range quartz. Material selection matters more than the material category.
For most Charleston kitchens, standard-tier quartz sits close to mid-range granite and laminate upgrades once you account for quartz's lower long-term maintenance. It's worth getting an actual measurement before ruling it out on price alone.
Use your kitchen's approximate square footage against the size table above, then add a buffer for removal, plumbing, or a backsplash if your project includes them.
Mainly the design and color tier, slab thickness, edge profile complexity, and the number of sink or cooktop cutouts.
Yes. Simple, consistent colors sit at the lower end of the range; detailed veining and premium marble-look designs sit at the higher end.
Because "quartz" describes a category, not a single product: the brand, collection, thickness, and layout complexity all move independently of each other.
It depends on the specific slabs being compared. See the quartz vs. granite comparison above, or browse our full countertop pricing guide for a side-by-side on every material we install.
Get a Quartz Countertop Estimate in Charleston
Every number in this guide is a starting point, not a substitute for a measurement of your actual kitchen. If you want a real quote, get a quartz installation estimate, we'll measure your space, walk you through the material options, and have pricing back to you within 24 hours. You can also browse available quartz slabs and colors before we ever set foot in your kitchen.
We install quartz across the Lowcountry, from downtown Charleston out to Mount Pleasant, Summerville, Goose Creek, and Kiawah Island and every one of those jobs starts the same way: a real measurement, an honest number, and a straight answer about what it will actually cost to get your kitchen done right.
— Iurii Pirogov, CEO, Perfect Stones Countertops Charleston · Mount Pleasant · Summerville · Beaufort · the Lowcountry
We install quartz across the Lowcountry, from downtown Charleston out to Mount Pleasant, Summerville, Goose Creek, and Kiawah Island and every one of those jobs starts the same way: a real measurement, an honest number, and a straight answer about what it will actually cost to get your kitchen done right.
— Iurii Pirogov, CEO, Perfect Stones Countertops Charleston · Mount Pleasant · Summerville · Beaufort · the Lowcountry
