Cambria Kendal quartz countertops typically cost about $75-$150 per square foot installed, with a common kitchen project totaling $2,500-$6,500. The final quote depends on countertop area, edge profile, sink and cooktop cutouts, removal, and local installation rates.
| Item | Low | Average | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Installed Kendal quartz | $75/sq ft | $110/sq ft | $150/sq ft | Fabrication and standard installation |
| Material only | $50/sq ft | $75/sq ft | $100/sq ft | Supplier pricing varies by market |
| Typical kitchen project | $2,000 | $4,000 | $7,500 | About 25-50 sq ft, before unusual work |
What Kendal quartz costs for a typical kitchen
For a standard 30-40-square-foot kitchen, budgeting $3,000-$5,500 is reasonable for Cambria Kendal, including templating, fabrication, and installation. A compact counter with uncomplicated edges may fall near $2,000-$3,000; a larger layout with an island, upgraded edges, or extra cutouts can exceed $6,000.
Installed rates commonly work out to $75-$150 per square foot. That range assumes ordinary access and standard thickness, with no major cabinet changes or plumbing relocation. Assumptions: U.S. midrange labor rates, standard 3 cm slab, standard edge, and normal installation access. For an initial budget, use about $110 per square foot before special upgrades.
How slab, fabrication, and installation shape the quote
A countertop estimate combines more than the slab price. Fabrication includes measuring, cutting, polishing edges, and making openings; installation covers delivery, setting, and joining pieces. Ask whether the written quote includes each task and whether its square-foot calculation includes backsplash or overhangs.
| Quote component | Typical price | What it covers | Price note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kendal quartz material | $50-$100/sq ft | Slab or allocated material | Supplier and availability affect rate |
| Fabrication | $15-$35/sq ft | Cutting, polishing, templating | Complex shapes cost more |
| Installation labor | $10-$25/sq ft | Setting and seam work | May include a minimum charge |
| Cutouts and edges | $150-$500 each | Sink, cooktop, or special edge work | Confirm what is included |
| Removal and disposal | $300-$900/project | Old countertop tear-out | Depends on material and access |
Separate labor and fabrication line items make competing quotes easier to compare.
Why slab layout, thickness, and cutouts change the price
Counter area is the largest cost driver, but slab layout can matter as much as the square footage. A 25-square-foot straight counter may use material efficiently, while a 45-square-foot kitchen with a large island may require additional slab allocation or careful pattern placement. Ask the fabricator how seams and usable material are planned.
Standard 3 cm quartz is typically included in many installed quotes; a different thickness, built-up edge, or mitered waterfall detail can add several hundred to more than $1,500. Each sink or cooktop opening may add $150-$500 if not included. Confirm thickness and the number of included cutouts before comparing totals.
How regional labor and delivery shift Kendal pricing
Installed prices in high-cost metro areas can run roughly 10%-25% above a national midrange estimate, while some rural markets may be 5%-15% lower. The difference reflects shop labor, delivery distance, contractor availability, and minimum job charges rather than a universal change in the stone’s list price.
Remote delivery, stairs, tight access, or a long carry from the truck can add $100-$500 or more. Prices also vary by dealer and fabricator; one quote may bundle templating and removal while another lists them separately. Compare the scope and included services, not only the per-square-foot figure.
What removal, backsplash, and sink work add
Removing an existing countertop often adds $300-$900, with tile or heavy stone removal potentially costing more. A matching quartz backsplash may be priced per square foot or by the job, commonly adding $300-$1,200 depending on height and wall length. Plumbing disconnection and reconnection may add $150-$500 when not handled by the countertop installer.
New sinks, faucets, and cooktops are usually separate purchases. Sink mounting style can affect fabrication and installation labor, and an undermount sink may require a polished opening. Get a written list of exclusions so removal, plumbing, backsplash, and fixtures do not appear as surprise charges.
How long templating and installation take
After cabinets are ready, templating commonly takes 1-2 hours on site. Fabrication may take about 1-3 weeks after the template, depending on the shop schedule and material supply; installation usually takes 4-8 hours for a typical kitchen. The counter may need to remain unused until seams and sink connections are complete.
Labor charges are generally built into the installed rate, but small projects can face a minimum, often around $500-$1,000 for fabrication and installation. A second visit for a complicated seam, access problem, or delayed fixture can increase the bill. Have cabinets level and appliances or sink specifications ready before the template appointment.
Three Kendal countertop quotes at different project sizes
A 25-square-foot straight run with one sink cutout and standard edge might total $2,400-$3,300, or about $96-$132 per square foot. This assumes normal access, no removal, and basic fabrication.
A 38-square-foot kitchen with an island, one sink opening, and old laminate removal might cost $4,000-$5,800. A 10-14-hour combined shop and installation labor allowance at roughly $60-$100 per hour is one way to sense-check labor, though many fabricators quote labor as a bundled rate.
A 50-square-foot kitchen with a 10-square-foot island overhang, multiple cutouts, premium edge details, and old stone removal could reach $6,500-$9,000. These examples show why project totals can differ even when the same Kendal design is selected.
How to lower the Kendal quote without changing designs
Keep the layout close to the existing countertop, choose a standard edge, and avoid unnecessary waterfall panels or unusually deep overhangs. Confirm whether the sink cutout, templating, delivery, and standard seams are already included before approving upgrades. If the existing surface is easy to remove, compare the installer’s removal fee with a separate removal quote.
Request at least three itemized estimates using the same measurements, thickness, edge, cutouts, backsplash scope, and removal plan. Ask whether a remnant can work for a small vanity or short counter, but do not assume a remnant will be available in Kendal. Consistent specifications are the most reliable way to identify a genuinely lower price.