Planning a strata kitchen modification
Include building access arrangements if the kitchen is in an apartment. A cooktop enlargement should be assessed using the actual hole and manufacturer drawing; the visible glass top is not the cutout. Keep the model details of both old and new appliances available.
What to send from your Manly property
Start with a wide kitchen photo and a close view of the proposed cut. Include the underside if safely accessible, existing measurements and the manufacturer’s installation drawing for a replacement appliance or sink. Tell us about any joins, cracks or previous repairs and describe parking, stairs or shared-building access.
Choose the right scope
Cooktop enlargement, a new sink opening, tap-hole drilling and overhang reduction have different requirements. Specify every change you want included, and identify which cut edges will remain visible. The written quote confirms the agreed cutting and finishing; licensed gas, electrical and plumbing work is arranged separately.
Booking in Northern Beaches
Your exact address and access arrangements help us plan the visit. An island reduction should be measured against the actual walkway, including open drawers and door handles. For a cooktop change, photograph the front and rear stone rails so the remaining material can be assessed before booking.
Price and suitability
Standard cutting starts at $690 + GST per cut and tap-hole drilling at $350 + GST. Final pricing depends on the material, cut, finishing and access. Not every installation can be modified: vulnerable rails, poor support or unsuitable edges may call for another solution.
Cutting scopes and starting prices
Standard cooktop or sink cutting starts at $690 + GST per cut; tap-hole drilling starts at $350 + GST for the first hole; each additional hole at the same visit is $100 + GST ($110 including GST). A whole-section straight cut and removal starts at $990 + GST. Reducing an edge along the benchtop length and polishing it, such as reducing a 900 mm depth to 800 mm, starts at $1,490 + GST. These are different scopes; your quote identifies the cut, finish and access.
Related planning information
Questions, answered.
Do I need strata approval?
Ask your strata manager what approval and work-hour arrangements apply to your property before booking. We need the resulting access conditions.
Can you work on my existing engineered stone?
Only suitable permitted work is considered, subject to material identification and applicable requirements. Send the product details and proposed change for assessment.
What if I live just outside Manly?
Send your suburb and postcode with the enquiry. Nearby areas are linked below, and availability is confirmed for your address.