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No Contractor Needed: Slabworks Is Your Premier Countertop Store in Apex, Raleigh, and Cary

When it comes to upgrading your kitchen or bathroom with stunning granite or quartz countertops, many homeowners assume they need to hire a general contractor or builder to handle every step—from templating to installation. At Slabworks, we’re here to dispel that myth. With over two decades of service and expertise in stone fabrication, Slabworks welcomes homeowners in Apex, Cary, and Raleigh to walk through our doors and work directly with our team. No contractor needed—just your vision and our commitment to quality.

Why Slabworks Should Be Your First Call

  1. Years of Service & Expertise
    Since our founding years ago, Slabworks has built a reputation for superior craftsmanship and attentive customer care. We’ve helped thousands of homeowners transform their spaces with precision-cut granite, quartz, and other natural stone surfaces. Our seasoned fabricators understand edge profiles, seam placement, and backsplash integration, ensuring your new countertops not only look beautiful, but function perfectly for decades to come.

  2. Direct-to-Homeowner Convenience
    One of Slabworks’ biggest advantages is that homeowners in Apex, Cary, and Raleigh do not need to overcomplicate the process by involving an outside contractor. When you come to Slabworks, you work one-on-one with our stone specialists:

    • Design Consultation: Choose from hundreds of granite, quartz, and engineered stone slabs right in our showroom.

    • Custom Templating: Our experts handle precise measurements —no contractor coordination required.

    • Professional Installation: Our installation team arrives on time, with all tooling and experience to set your countertop on-site, leaving you with a seamless finish.

  3. Comprehensive Stone Services
    Beyond kitchen countertops, Slabworks welcomes all types of stone projects. Whether you need:

    • Bathroom Vanities with a custom-cut sink opening and integrated backsplash

    • Outdoor Kitchens featuring durable, weather-resistant materials

    • Fireplace Surrounds in exotic or honed finishes

    • Coffee Bartops and accent tabletops in marble, quartzite, or soapstone
      our team has the tools and skill to bring your vision to life. We handle projects of every scope—no middlemen, no added markups, and no scheduling headaches.

Serving Apex, Raleigh, and Cary with Local Pride

Slabworks isn’t some faceless national chain. We are a locally owned business that prides itself on understanding the unique tastes and needs of the Triangle area. Here’s why homeowners in Apex, Cary, and Raleigh trust us:

  • Extensive Local Portfolio: You can see our work in countless homes throughout Wake and Chatham counties. We’ve partnered with regional builders and directly with homeowners to install thousands of square feet of stone surfaces, earning top ratings for quality and reliability.

  • Personalized Customer Service: When you contact Slabworks, you speak directly with our owners or senior project managers—never a voicemail or outsourced call center. We take time to listen to your ideas, review design samples, and guide you through slab selection.

  • Quick Turnaround Times: Because we fabricate and install on our own schedule, you won’t face the delays that often come from relying on third-party contractors. Typical templating-to-installation timelines run as little as two weeks, subject to material availability.

Granite vs. Quartz: Finding the Perfect Material

Granite: Natural Beauty & Durability

  • Unique Veining & Color Variations: Each granite slab has distinctive patterns, making your countertop one-of-a-kind.

  • Heat Resistance: Ideal for busy kitchens where hot pots and pans are common.

  • Low Maintenance with Proper Sealing: Periodic sealing preserves its sheen and resists stains.

Quartz: Engineered Precision & Consistency

  • Wide Range of Colors & Finishes: From crisp whites to bold blacks, quartz offers consistent patterns and matte or polished surfaces.

  • Non-Porous, Stain-Resistant: Perfect for homes with children or heavy entertaining—no sealing required.

  • Scratch & Impact Resistance: Backed by manufacturer warranties, quartz withstands daily wear with minimal effort.

Our Slabworks showroom in Apex features dozens of both granite and quartz slabs—allowing you to compare edges (eased, beveled, waterfall) and finishes (polished, leathered, honed) side by side. Our design consultants help you balance aesthetics, functionality, and budget, ensuring you make an informed choice.

How It Works: From Showroom to Installation—Without a Contractor

  1. Visit Our Showroom
    Stop by Slabworks in Apex (convenient to Raleigh and Cary) and explore a vast inventory of stone slabs. Talk with our knowledgeable staff about styles, edge details, and budget considerations.

  2. Schedule a Templating Appointment
    Once you select your slab, our fabricator visits your home to digitally template your countertop area. Accurate digital templating means a snug fit around sinks, appliances, and corners—eliminating callbacks.

  3. Fabrication in Our Facility
    Back at our shop, expert stone masons CNC-cut your slab to specification. We polish edges, create cutouts for sinks and cooktops, and prep backsplash pieces—all under one roof.

  4. Professional, Installation
    Our installers deliver and set your countertop, meticulously leveling, caulking, and sealing seams. They clean up all debris, leaving your space ready to enjoy immediately.

Why “No Contractor Needed” Matters

  • Cost Savings: By eliminating a middleman, Slabworks passes savings directly to you. No contractor markup means more budget allocated to premium materials or custom edge profiles.

  • Streamlined Communication: You coordinate only with Slabworks, reducing miscommunication and ensuring a clear chain of responsibility.

  • Faster Project Timelines: Scheduling relies solely on our in-house team. From templating to installation, most homeowners complete their project within three weeks.

  • Accountability & Warranty: We stand behind our work with product and installation warranties. If any issue arises, Slabworks is your single point of contact—no finger pointing between contractor and fabricator.

Ready to Transform Your Home? Contact Slabworks Today!

Don’t let the misconception that you need a general contractor delay your dream renovation. Slabworks is proud to serve Apex, Cary, and Raleigh as the only countertop store where homeowners enjoy direct access to high-quality granite, quartz, and specialty stone products. Whether you’re planning a minor refresh or a complete kitchen overhaul, we welcome any stone project—big or small.

  • Location: 5516 Caterpillar Dr, Apex, NC

  • Showroom Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM 5:00 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM

  • Phone: (919) 355-8484

  • Email: hello@slabworksnc.com

Skip the contractor, save time and money, and trust our decades of expertise. Visit Slabworks today and discover why homeowners across Apex, Cary, and Raleigh call us “THE countertop store.”

Patrick