A client had Rock It Surfaces handle their kitchen-counter needs, and were very satisfied. One of the best aspects is the ease of getting an accurate quote – you take in your diagram with measurements, select your favorite granite slab from the yard, and walk out with the actual quote to complete the job, start-to-finish.
Having consolidated the estimating, fabricating, and installation into a one-stop shop enables Rock It to produce a quality product for a reasonable price – most kitchens can be done for less than $5,000. Their website is a great resource: www.rockyourhome.com
The median price of an existing, single-family detached home in San Diego climbed 1.7 percent in April to $369,910, up from March’s revised $363,710 median price, the California Association of Realtors (CAR) reported today. It was down 2.2 percent, however, from a revised $378,230 in April 2011.
California home sales and median price both jumped in April, with sales shooting up to their highest level in more than two years, and the median price rising above $300,000 for the first time in 16 months.
“A brighter economic picture, coupled with record-high housing affordability, pushed the spring home-buying season off to a strong start,” said CAR President LeFrancis Arnold. “With a continuing improving economy and interest rates declining to new record lows in recent weeks, we should see a steady improvement in the housing market throughout the end of the year.”
Closed escrow sales of existing, single-family detached homes in California rose to a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 555,300 units in April, according to information collected by CAR from more than 90 local Realtor associations and MLSs statewide.
Sales in April were 10 percent higher than March’s pace and 11 percent higher than in April 2011. The statewide sales figure represents what would be the total number of homes sold during 2012 if sales maintained the April pace throughout the year. It is adjusted to account for seasonal factors that typically influence home sales.
Very informative. I keep reading about other materials, but there is nothing as beautiful as granite. Still #1 in my book.
granite and stainless baby!!!
What do you think the typical kitchen runs in sq ft for counter tops and island? Seems like you could have some bank tied up in granite.
just an estimate but at 70 sq ft X $75/sq ft you are in it for 5 grand. Then you need all the stainless appliances.
quite an impressive inventory. seems like they get this stuff from all over the world.
it must takes some patience working with this material. one slip up and you have a slab in hundreds of pieces.
Jim, thanks for dropping by and posting the video. We sure appreciate the exposure to your audience.
Average kitchen is about 60 sf. We don’t do a lot of standard (builder grade) granite so the average price runs about $4,000 to $4,500 for granite.
My pleasure Steven, I appreciate the way you have simplified the business.
Customers take one trip to the shop with measurements, select their favorite granite on the spot, and it’s over!
Whatever.
I don’t read this blog for the commercials.
hey steven,
thx for the numbers. Your business is awesome and hope you have a great year for sales.
Do they also do this thickness for marble? What about honed instead of polished for either?
Chuck
Please ignore comments like those from #6. Apparently someone peed in his Cheerios this morning. As noted in the recent survey, a lot of us are interested in making home improvements to either increase the value for resale or just to enjoy the upgrades. This video, along with the one’s you did on flooring awhile back, are very informative from a stand point of what’s available, recent style trends, and the costs/process involved. Unlike #6, some of us don’t “know everything”. Please continue to insert these videos into the mix and ignore the goofballs.
I forgot to mention that I really like the thick style of granite with no front edge – looks much nicer (and more expensive). Will definately check out this company – thank you Jim for another good find.
Thanks D Man, I thought this was the best vendor video yet. Precision work, great selection, and terrific price.
Being a homeowner means tackling projects. I think it’s my job to spotlight some reliable guys to assist.
In our San Marcos home purchased in 2008(with Jim’s help) Rock-It installed our granite counters when we did an entire new kitchen reno. I highly recommend Steve and his team at Rock-It as they did a fantastic job, absolute perfection! Many of our neighbors are also happy Rock-It customers. If you want your new countertops done correctly the first time they are the only people you need to call.
I agree on using tile for backsplashes rather than granite. The 100% granite look is overwhelming and too busy. I’ve seen a very nice recent kitchen using white ceramic subway tile, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.