Coordinate the appliance before booking the cut
A gas-to-induction change involves more than matching the visible width of two cooktops. Compare the required hole width, depth and corner shape, then ask your installer to check ventilation and the appliance body beneath the bench. If the new unit sits above an oven, photograph that arrangement as well. A wider opening cannot correct an incompatible electrical supply or a cabinet rail obstructing the unit.
Access for a West End apartment or house
If your property uses shared parking or a loading area, include the permitted unloading point and route to the kitchen. Apartment enquiries should identify lift bookings and the building contact who can confirm work arrangements. For a house, mention steps, narrow side access and any internal stairs. These details help plan equipment handling; they are not a reason to assume every property needs the same preparation.
Quote and scheduled Queensland visits
Send your West End address, clear photos, the material if known and current and proposed dimensions. Queensland jobs are coordinated through scheduled visits; availability is confirmed for your address and accepted scope. Standard cooktop or sink cutting starts at $690 + GST per cut, and tap-hole drilling starts at $350 + GST for the first hole; each additional hole at the same visit is $100 + GST ($110 including GST). Other modifications are quoted for the actual cutting, finishing and access. Appliance, plumbing, electrical and cabinet work should be identified separately.
Suitability before the visit
We assess the existing installation, including cracks, joins, narrow stone rails and support. Work on legacy engineered stone is considered only within permitted scope and applicable requirements. Do not make a trial cut or remove a connected appliance to provide measurements. Send the product documents and accessible photographs first so the next step can be confirmed.
Related planning information
Questions, answered.
Can I keep the gas cooktop connected until the appointment?
Confirm the work sequence before booking. A licensed gas tradesperson handles disconnection; the stone appointment should be coordinated with that work and the induction installation.
How do I arrange stone cutting in West End?
Send your suburb, photos and fitting specifications through the quote page. We review the proposed modification and confirm the written scope, price and available appointment before you coordinate other trades.