Laminate countertops tend to require more care than granite or marble countertops, but they can be easily repaired by adding a plastic filler, which is sanded smooth then sprayed with a special topcoat. Since the entire process only takes around 4-5 hours, your kitchen will be ready for use the very next day.
We had a rental that took water damage due to a roof leak. Arteco was able to get in there next day and replace the drywall, insulation plus paint within 5 hours, this should have been a 1.5 day job....