Memorial FAQs
How long does it take to complete a memorial?
- If we have the memorial in stock (and the chances are we will) the time taken is 2 to 4 weeks.
- If we don’t have a memorial in stock, please allow 2 to 3 months as it has to be imported.
- We will always be able to complete a memorial when required for an unveiling or an anniversary.
What is the cost of a memorial?
There are many things that come in to pricing of memorials like size, shape, colour, lettering content, design work required, whether photos are required, vases, location (which of course may mean travel).
Completed memorials tend to range from around $2000.00 to $6500.00 but can go beyond that.
Our price includes everything once stone and base/bases are selected to erecting in cemetery, there are no hidden costs.
There are also costs for plaques ranging around $450.00 to $850.00 and cremation memorials ranging from $1575.00 to $2500.00.
Can I pay a memorial off?
Yes, we allow memorial work to be paid off and require a reasonable deposit, you decide on how much to pay and frequency of payment but we will only erect once full payment has been received.
We do not add interest to the quoted amount.
How do we go about getting a photo put on a memorial?
We use the very best photo ceramic company in New Zealand to do our photos and all we ask of you is to supply us with the best quality photo you can, we will take care of the rest, this can be in hard copy or digital image.
We can also put a photo on an existing memorial as long as there is sufficient space left to do so.
Can I get a special design or designs done on a memorial?
Yes, we can etch any design onto stone you have in mind..
Can we have a different language inscribed onto a memorial other than English?
Yes, we can inscribe any language onto a memorial, in some cases, you will have to provide us with the language in a particular format.