Planning a funeral is never an easy task, especially as it usually takes place soon after the death of a loved one. Understanding how to compare and choose between the funeral directors Middletown has to offer may make this task a bit less stressful.
Decide on a Budget
Before ever starting to look at funeral homes, it’s a good idea to determine how much you and your family can afford to spend on the funeral. This will help narrow down the options and determine what features can be included. Perhaps a less expensive casket may be needed or fewer flowers should be purchased.
Consider Priorities
Decide what’s most important, including the location of the funeral home relative to home or the cemetery, any specific services or cultural requirements, the size of the facility, and the technology available for use during the service. It may be necessary to consider some trade-offs to get the best possible service that fits within the budget, so you need to decide on priorities. Choosing a funeral home a bit further away may save a significant amount of money, and this distance may not be particularly important if the funeral is held in a place of worship and there isn’t any visitation beforehand.
Ask for Price Lists
The cost of a funeral can vary greatly depending on where it’s held, so it’s important to comparison shop. The different funeral directors Middletown has to offer are required by law to provide a general price list to anyone who asks that itemizes the costs of various items, although it doesn’t list the prices of specific caskets (which is included on a separate list). Some funeral homes may also offer packages that include a set group of services for a lower price than purchasing these individually.
Making a Decision
Get quotes from the funeral homes that seem best suited, visit them and ask any questions you may have, and make a decision. Once a decision is made, make sure to get everything in writing.
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