In regard to grave marker costs, you can expect to pay a few hundred dollars for a baseline option and $1,500 to $3,000 for a standard option. As you get up to high-end markers, they can easily cost as much as $20,000.

How much does it cost to put a picture on a headstone?

Depending on the shape and size you go with, a ceramic headstone photo could cost anywhere from $100 to $350.

How much does it cost to add a name to a headstone?

Your starting price for a smaller sized headstone will run you around $500 USD for around 20 letters, extra letters costing $7.00 per character. A larger stone will cost anywhere from $2,000 to $4,000 USD depending if it is hand-carved or machined.

How much is the cheapest headstone?

The cheapest headstone can cost as little as $500 – this would include a granite, flat lawn-level marker, with a 30-character engraving. The most expensive headstones can end up costing families as much as $10,000 or more (on the higher end they include things like obelisks or grand family tombs and mausoleums).

Can I put a headstone on a grave myself?

Yes, you can put your own headstone on a grave in almost areas in The States. The major factor if you are allowed to put and/or make your own headstone, would be the cemetery that you choose. Some cemeteries will allow any type of headstone, many don’t for aesthetics. Check with the cemetery first.

How do you keep a gravestone shiny?

The safest way to clean a headstone is to use natural clean water or distilled water. Using a bucket and lots of water, keep the stone wet through the entire washing process. In order to clean a polished or honed granite memorial stone, wash it well with a soft, damp cloth.

What type of headstone lasts the longest?

A flat quartzite headstone, with laser engraving, is the longest-lasting headstone. It can last centuries if the weather is the only factor in degradation. Quartzite is a very hard material that can withstand almost all climates & the laser-etched engraving will last as long as the headstone does.