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The Grout Doctor
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Serving Check, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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The Grout Doctor of Roanoke, Lynchburg and Smith Mountain Lake is proud to be of service to our neighbors, friends, and community.\n\nWe are a locally owned franchise and operated by a USARMY veteran. In fact, we operate 2 large franchise territories across Central Virginia - including Richmond. We also have the support of the national Grout Doctor franchise network. We ONLY hire w-2 employees and they are highly skilled and trained on our processes. I am the owner of these businesses and am a Certified Corporate Trainer for the Grout Doctor Global Franchise Corporation - meaning I train many new franchisees. We are professionally insured and all employees are covered by Worker's Comp.\n\nOur business has consistently grown to be among the top franchises in our national network of Grout Doctors by focusing on customer satisfaction through integrity, honesty, and quality workmanship. We look forward to adding you to our list of satisfied customers. We do have a $250 JOB MINIMUM.

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Stone Countertops questions, answered by experts

Yes, a 12-inch countertop overhang will need support to keep it stable. The exact type of support depends on your countertop thickness and material. Thicker, heavier countertops need extra support, like a corbel or a post, to keep them from sagging or toppling over.

There are many benefits of granite countertops, but it’s not unusual for them to have seams—especially if you’re working with small slabs joined together. Seams are common on larger islands where the installer needs to use more than one granite slab to cover the surface. Luckily, because seams are normal in granite countertops, pros know how to hide them properly, so you’d never know they were there.

Epoxy is typically more affordable than granite, especially if you’re choosing a high-end slab. Most granite countertops cost $75 to $145 per square foot to install, with high-end varieties topping $185 per square foot. 

In contrast, epoxy countertops cost $50 to $150 per square foot to install. The material costs for epoxy are significantly lower than granite, but installation costs can be higher. Rather than simply cutting granite countertops to size before installation, your contractor will need to carefully pour the epoxy over an existing surface.

A minimum overhang of 10 to 12 inches is generally recommended for countertop or island seating to provide enough legroom. For increased comfort, an overhang of 15 to 18 inches is ideal, allowing for more space and a relaxed experience. However, a 10-inch overhang can be sufficient in certain situations, such as for bar-height countertops, when using small stools, or in smaller kitchens where space is limited. Taller countertops may also require less overhang than shorter ones. Ultimately, you should consider your specific needs for legroom and measure to ensure the overhang fits comfortably within your kitchen's layout.

Stone can last anywhere from 15 to 100 years before it needs to be restored. You should clean your stone flooring or countertops regularly using cleaners designed for stone surfaces. Stay on top of vacuuming to prevent scratches from deteriorating stone faster, deep clean your stone surfaces using a pH-neutral cleaning solution at least once a year, and reseal the stone every one to five years, depending on foot traffic or usage.

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