Do Monument Companies Need To Remove The Stone For New Lettering, Or Can It Be Done In The Cemetery?
A common question families have when a loved one passes is how to add their information to an existing headstone. At P&G Memorials, we want to reassure you that in almost all cases, this can be done conveniently and professionally without ever needing to remove the monument from the cemetery.
The On-Site Inscription Process
The process of adding an inscription on-site is a meticulous and highly skilled one. First, our team at P&G Memorials will visit the gravesite to take precise measurements and photographs of the existing monument. We will also perform a "rubbing" or a direct tracing of the original lettering to ensure we can perfectly match the font, size, depth, and spacing. This attention to detail is crucial for a cohesive and seamless final result.
Once the new information and design are approved by you, we create a specialized rubber stencil with the new lettering. This stencil acts as a template, guiding our artisans during the engraving process. At the cemetery, the stencil is carefully applied to the monument, and we use a portable sandblasting unit to precisely carve the new inscription into the stone. The work is completed with minimal disruption to the gravesite, and the new lettering is carefully cleaned to match the original finish. P&G Memorials is committed to ensuring that the new inscription is not only accurate but also visually integrated, as if it were part of the original design from the very beginning.
Preserving The Legacy With Care
Choosing a company that performs on-site lettering is a decision to prioritize care and precision. The ability to work directly on the stone in the cemetery minimizes the risk of damage that can occur during transportation and re-installation. This method is particularly beneficial for larger family monuments or stones that are already set firmly in their foundation. P&G Memorials has invested in state-of-the-art mobile engraving equipment, allowing us to perform high-quality work on a wide variety of stone materials, including granite and marble.
This ensures that even the most complex inscriptions or additions are handled with the same level of expertise as if they were being done in our workshop. By choosing our on-site services, you are entrusting your loved one's memorial to a team that understands the significance of this work and is dedicated to preserving the legacy with the utmost respect and craftsmanship. We take great pride in our ability to provide this essential service with convenience and professionalism.