Searching “granite restoration near me” in the DC metro area? Here’s what you need to know before you hire — including realistic pricing, what actually happens during professional granite restoration, when restoration beats replacement, and why the restoration specialist you hire matters.
Rose Restoration has been restoring granite countertops, vanities, bars, and commercial surfaces across Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia since 1984. Free on-site assessment: online form or (703) 327-7676.
What “Granite Restoration” Actually Means
A lot of people use “granite restoration” to mean “something is wrong with my granite and I want it fixed.” That could mean several different things:
- Polish refresh. Your granite looks dull or hazy. Fix: diamond polish refresh to restore original gloss.
- Stain removal. Oil, wine, coffee, or other staining has set into the stone. Fix: poultice or mechanical treatment.
- Chip or crack repair. A corner has chipped, or a crack has appeared near a sink or cooktop. Fix: color-matched resin fill, ground flush.
- Sealer refresh. Water no longer beads on the surface — stains soak in. Fix: clean, then apply fresh penetrating impregnating sealer.
- Scratch removal. Visible scratches from metal or abrasive contact. Fix: progressive diamond honing and re-polish.
- Etch removal. Actually rare on granite (it’s much more etch-resistant than marble), but possible from very acidic cleaners. Fix: polish refresh.
A good granite restoration specialist will identify which of these (or combinations) your granite needs during the assessment — before quoting.
Granite Restoration Cost — DC Metro Area
Typical 2026 pricing for residential granite restoration in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia:
- Kitchen countertop polish & seal: $300–$800 per surface
- Kitchen island polish & seal: $200–$500 additional
- Bathroom vanity polish & seal: $200–$500 per vanity
- Chip or crack repair: $100–$500 per incident (includes color-matched resin and finish)
- Stain removal: $150–$400 per stain
- Scratch removal: $200–$600 depending on scope
- Sealer-only refresh: $150–$300 per surface
- Marble Armor protection film: $30–$35 per SF (the most stain-resistant option available)
- Day minimum: $550–$850 for small residential jobs
For detailed pricing by service type and scope factors, see our 2026 cost guide (granite pricing covered alongside marble).
Granite Restoration Near Me — What to Look For
When you’re evaluating local granite restoration companies, the hire criteria matter more than the “near me” distance. Things to check:
1. Are they a restoration specialist, or a fabricator?
Most companies that advertise “granite” services are fabricators — they cut and install new granite. They’re not restoration specialists. A true restoration company specializes in working with existing granite, knows the chemistry, and has diamond tooling + experienced technicians.
2. In-house crew or subcontractors?
Subcontracted labor usually means inconsistent quality. In-house crews that have worked together for years produce consistent results.
3. What’s their residential workflow?
Good residential restoration crews do proper containment (floor protection, cabinet protection, HEPA extraction), work cleanly, and do a clean daily breakdown. Ask what their workflow looks like before agreeing to work in your home.
4. Do they offer a free on-site assessment?
Photos and phone descriptions aren’t enough to quote granite restoration accurately. A free on-site assessment is standard for any restoration specialist who respects their craft.
5. How do they handle small jobs?
Some companies won’t touch under-$1,000 jobs. Others have a day-minimum structure that’s transparent and fair. Ask upfront.
6. Do they handle repair (chips, cracks, stains), not just polish?
A true restoration specialist handles the full range — polish refresh, chip repair, stain removal, scratch removal, sealer work. Companies that only do polish aren’t full-service.
Where We Do Granite Restoration
Rose Restoration covers the DC metro area, including:
- Washington DC — commercial and residential granite
- Bethesda MD — residential kitchen countertops, commercial
- McLean VA — high-end residential and country club
- Arlington VA — residential high-rises, commercial
- Alexandria VA — historic and modern residential/commercial
Plus Potomac, Great Falls, Vienna, Falls Church, Chevy Chase, Rockville, Gaithersburg, and the broader Montgomery and Fairfax counties.
Why Rose Restoration
- 40+ years of DC metro experience.
- In-house crew of 30+ technicians. No subcontractors.
- Residential specialization. Occupied-home workflow, proper containment, clean breakdown.
- Full-service restoration. Polish, chip repair, stain removal, scratch removal, sealer work — all under one crew.
- Same-day completion on most residential jobs.
- Commercial capability. Reception desks, bar tops, lobby counters, retail installations.
- Free on-site assessments. Standard practice.
Ready for a Free Granite Restoration Assessment?
Call (703) 327-7676 or request a free on-site assessment online. For most residential granite projects, we can provide a written scope and quote within 48 hours of the assessment visit.
Related Reading
- Main Granite Restoration Services
- Countertop Restoration Services
- Granite Countertop Cleaning & Repair Guide
- Granite Sealing Guide
- What Damages Granite Countertops
- Granite Restoration Cost 2026
- Stone & Marble Cost Guide
Restore. Don't replace.
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