Process

Process

For many people, the purchase of a memorial plaque is a once in a lifetime decision. Understandably, it's difficult to know where to begin and it is common to wonder how headstones are made.

Leeder Monuments simplifies the process, walking you through every step with compassion and abiding by your wishes at every turn. At such an emotional time, Leeder Monuments is commited to helping your family honour a loved one with a beautiful legacy of their life.
headstones for graves
For many people, the purchase of a memorial plaque is a once in a lifetime decision. Understandably, it's difficult to know where to begin and it is common to wonder how headstones are made.

Leeder Monuments simplifies the process, walking you through every step with compassion and abiding by your wishes at every turn. At such an emotional time, Leeder Monuments is commited to helping your family honour a loved one with a beautiful legacy of their life.

Whether you are preplanning for yourself or you are searching for a fitting memorial for a loved one, Leeder Monuments recommends that you take your time with any decision. First, visit cemeteries in the area to see the variety of memorial plaques. This is the best way to determine if there's a particular colour, size, shape, and style of monument that appeals to you. If you have already chosen a particular cemetery, that will influence the type of monument you can choose. All cemeteries have specific rules, regulations and guidelines to follow. If you're unable to obtain that information from the cemetery, Leeder Monuments will work with you to find out the details.

No two monument companies are the same. If you're feeling pressured by anyone to purchase a memorial, walk away! This is a lifelong decision that shouldn't be rushed. Prices vary from one company to the next and there's no need to pay too much for a memorial when the same or a better product is offered elsewhere at a more reasonable cost.

Leeder Monuments' large selection provides an ideal setting to browse. With over 400 monuments in stock at all times, it's worth the trip to Gananoque! Take your time and if you have any questions whatsoever, our memorial consultants are available to answer all your questions about our granite products and options.

When you're ready to move forward, Leeder Monument consultants will sit down with you in our offices or travel to your home. We will take the time whenever and wherever it is most convenient for you. Your budget is very important. Stick to it. We will respect your wishes and will NEVER try to convince you to pay more than your budget will allow!

Once a monument is chosen, the next step involves the artwork. That includes the style of lettering for names, dates, verses, etc. We provide a free artwork sketch that incorporates all the text you would like engraved. If you would like some time to decide, take the sketch home and decide if any changes are necessary. Once approved, our engravers match the text and designs and create a lasting memorial that reflects your wishes.
How Headstones are Made Sketch
Once approved, our engravers match the text and designs and create a lasting memorial plaque that reflects your wishes.
Custom Headstones for Graves
how headstones are made
Leeder Monuments also provides custom engraving services that will incorporate a hand-drawn image from a photograph.

Our consultants will also explain requirements for the granite bases for upright memorials. There are many variables including the height of the monument and whether you would like more space for flowers or personal mementos.

Once your memorial plaque is complete, Leeder Monuments will make all arrangements to install it at the grave site.
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