Sequence stone work against cabinetry and plumbing
Countertop work depends on level, secured cabinets and final sink and cooktop selections. Locking those in before the stone visit prevents rework.
Flag existing damage early
Document chips, cracks and open seams during demo, not at walkthrough. Early assessment gives you a real option instead of a schedule problem.
Plan access in older housing stock
Much of the housing in this area is older multi family construction with tight stairs and limited parking. Access constraints affect method and timing more than most people expect.
Set client expectations on matching
When a project touches only part of an existing natural stone installation, tell the client early that an exact match is unlikely.
Build punch list time into the schedule
Reserve a window near the end for edge chips and seam touch ups. It is cheaper than reopening a finished space.
Pending business confirmation