Making room for a wider cooktop
A wider replacement requires enough usable stone and cabinet space on both sides. Photograph the whole run, including adjoining tall cupboards, splashback, sink and joins. Compare the manufacturer’s opening dimensions with the existing cutout. Do not assume that moving from a nominal 60 cm to 90 cm unit means removing exactly 150 mm from each side.
Details that make the quote useful
The proposed position should be agreed with the appliance installer before cutting. Identify any drawers, oven, braces or cabinet panels underneath. Existing cracks and earlier repairs may affect whether enlargement is practical. Ask for the existing cooktop to be removed by the appropriate trade so the actual opening and concealed condition can be checked before the agreed alteration proceeds.
Prepare your Davidson enquiry
Email info@stonecutting.com.au or use the quote form with your suburb, postcode and photos of the whole bench. Include the stone product and thickness if known, the new fitting model and any existing damage. You can enquire before you have every measurement; final dimensions and suitability are agreed before work. Tell us about stairs, parking and the route to the kitchen so access can be planned.
Price, scope and the finished result
Standard cooktop or sink cutting starts from $690 + GST per cut. Tap-hole drilling is $350 + GST for the first hole and $100 + GST for each additional hole at the same visit. These cover different scopes from lengthwise edge reductions or whole-section removal. Your written quote confirms the actual cut, material, finishing and access. Plumbing, gas and electrical work are separate unless explicitly included.
Related planning information
Questions, answered.
Can I request a Davidson quote before buying the fitting?
Yes. Send the proposed model or installation drawing and photos of the existing bench. Establish whether the opening and surrounding installation can suit it before committing to an appliance or sink.
Will the stone cutting include fitting and connecting my appliance?
The quote identifies the stone cutting and finishing. Arrange appliance, gas, electrical and plumbing work with the appropriate trades and coordinate them around the agreed stone appointment.