Start with the cemetery’s requirements
A memorial’s size, shape and placement depend on the cemetery and the specific section of the burial plot. Before choosing stone, share the cemetery name and any monument specifications or paperwork you have.
We help confirm requirements and guide the approval process. A design should be reviewed against those requirements before production; a style shown in a gallery may not be permitted for every plot.
Compare the main memorial styles
The right style depends on your family’s preferences, the space for an inscription and what the cemetery allows.
- Upright headstones and monuments: a standing granite memorial, with space for names, dates and artwork.
- Flat grave markers: a low-profile memorial that lies flush with, or close to, the ground.
- Bevel and slant markers: an angled face that offers another way to display the inscription.
- Companion and family memorials: a shared design with room for more than one name and future lettering.
Personalize the granite and inscription
We help you choose granite, lettering, an epitaph and any portrait or symbolic artwork. Bring the exact spelling of names and dates, along with a photograph or design reference if you have one.
You review a layout before monument work begins. For a shared memorial, planning the space for future inscriptions can help keep the finished design balanced.
Understand your quote and installation
Headstone pricing depends on stone size, granite selection, memorial style, inscription and artwork. Cemetery requirements, foundations and installation arrangements can also affect the total. Ask which items are included and which cemetery charges, if any, are separate.
Pinnacle Memorials NY coordinates installation as part of the memorial process. Timing is discussed for your order after the design and cemetery requirements are understood.
Common questions
How much does a headstone cost in Staten Island?
We quote each memorial around its dimensions, granite, design, lettering and cemetery requirements. Send the cemetery name and the style you have in mind so we can explain the options and what the quote includes.
Do I need to know the headstone size before contacting you?
No. The cemetery name and plot or section details are a useful starting point. If you already have its monument specifications, include them with your request.
Can a name or final date be added later?
Additional lettering can be discussed for an existing memorial. We need a clear photo, the exact wording, and cemetery details to review the available space and the work required.