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Graves to Ne Prices Dealer
in NJ

Hand-carved headstones by Gravestone Price Guide — 80+ years in Morris County, NJ.

Headstone Specialists — Single, double & flat headstones
Companion Headstones — Side-by-side memorial pairs
Veteran Headstones — VA-compatible military headstones
Custom Granite Carving — Hand-carved in Morris County
Photo-Etched Portraits — High-contrast relief portraits
Headstone Restoration — Restore aged & weathered stone
Cemetery Compliance — Every headstone meets cemetery rules
Foundation Installation — Below frost-line, level-set
American-Made Granite — Domestic & select imported stone
Over 80 Years in NJ — Family-owned since 1945
All 14 NJ Counties — Statewide installation
Multilingual Service — English · Russian · Polish
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Serving all of New Jersey · English, Russian, Polish
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Over 80 Years in NJ

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Service Area

Serving All 14 NJ Counties

Gravestone Price Guide serves families throughout all 14 New Jersey counties from our Morris County workshop in Madison. Whether a family is in Bergen, Essex, Passaic, Union, or Somerset County, we work through consultations, design proofing, and full installation. Our team handles cemetery coordination, foundation preparation, and stone placement. There are no separate contractors. Pricing is by custom quote — every headstone is designed to the individual, the cemetery, and the family's wishes.

  • Morris
  • Bergen
  • Essex
  • Passaic
  • Hudson
  • Union
  • Sussex
  • Warren
  • Hunterdon
  • Somerset
  • Middlesex
  • Mercer
  • Monmouth
  • Ocean
Cemetery Guide

Cemetery Compliance Guide

Cemetery Regulations

Cemetery regulations affect gravestone pricing because they determine the dimensions, materials, and installation requirements the stone must meet. Maximum height, base size, and permitted stone types vary across New Jersey's burial grounds. When Gravestone Price Guide designs a headstone for a specific cemetery, we confirm those requirements before production begins. Designing to specification from the start avoids revisions, production delays, and additional costs.

Foundation Requirements

Foundation preparation is an installation cost that varies with the stone's size and the cemetery's substrate. Upright headstones in New Jersey require concrete footings extending 30 to 42 inches below grade — deeper footings for heavier stones and counties with harder frost penetration. Gravestone Price Guide includes foundation work in our installation pricing. Families receive a complete quote that covers design, carving, finishing, delivery, and installation.

Religious Cemetery Considerations

Religious cemeteries may impose additional requirements that affect materials, dimensions, or finishes. Gravestone Price Guide's familiarity with Jewish, Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant cemeteries throughout New Jersey means we can confirm any faith-specific requirements quickly and incorporate them into the quote. Inscriptions in Hebrew, Cyrillic, and Polish Latin are carved in-house at no additional material cost beyond the design time they require.

Our Collection

Our Headstones Collection

Headstone Pricing

Gravestone prices reflect a combination of factors: the size and complexity of the stone, the material chosen, the intricacy of the design, the installation requirements, and the care taken throughout the process. At Gravestone Price Guide, all of these are addressed through a custom quote process — there is no price list because no two memorials are identical. What families can understand before requesting a quote is what those factors mean in practice. A single-name upright headstone in gray granite with a standard inscription represents the lower end of the design complexity range. A two-name companion stone in polished black granite with a photographic portrait engraving, carved decorative border, and additional verse inscription represents the higher end. Between those two extremes, there is an enormous range of options. Our craftsmen in Morris County have produced every variation. The consultation is where we help families understand the range, refine their vision to a concrete design, and provide a quote based on that specific design. Every Gravestone Price Guide memorial is hand-carved and American-made. The price reflects that level of craft.

Granite Options

Material choice is the most significant variable in gravestone pricing beyond size. American-made granite comes in several grades and colors, each with different visual qualities and different base costs. Classic gray granite is widely used and available at all scales. Polished black granite commands a premium because of its distinctive visual qualities and its particular suitability for photographic engraving. Rose and mahogany granites occupy the mid-range. All Gravestone Price Guide materials are American-sourced and of the quality appropriate for permanent outdoor installation. No imported stone substitutes are used.

Custom Design Process

The custom quote process at Gravestone Price Guide is structured so families understand what they are getting at every step. The consultation establishes the design direction and the cemetery's requirements. A scaled design proof is developed and reviewed. When the design is approved, a firm quote is issued covering all components: carving, finishing, delivery, foundation preparation, and installation. There are no hidden add-ons after the quote is issued. For families working within a budget, our designers can suggest design variations that honor the memorial's spirit while managing costs. The goal is a headstone that will stand for generations — and that begins with a clear, honest quote process.

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Our Process

Our Hand-Carving Process

Gravestone Price Guide's six-step process for gravestone commissions in New Jersey ensures that families understand what they are receiving at every stage and that the final headstone meets every specification. Step one is consultation: a conversation at our Morris County showroom or by phone to understand the memorial, the person being honored, and the cemetery's requirements. Step two is design proofing: a scaled visual proof is produced showing layout, inscriptions, imagery, dimensions, and finish. Step three is material confirmation: American-made granite is selected by color and finish, confirmed against cemetery requirements and the design proof. Step four is hand-carving: craftsmen in our Morris County workshop execute every letter, symbol, and portrait by hand with chisels and engraving tools — a process that cannot be rushed and that cannot be replicated by machine production. Step five is finishing and inspection: the stone is surface-treated and reviewed for quality by a senior craftsman before it leaves our workshop. Step six is installation: our team handles foundation preparation, delivery, and placement at the cemetery, coordinating directly with cemetery staff. Over 80 years of practice in New Jersey make this six-step process run smoothly for every family.

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Voices

What Families Say

New Jersey families have entrusted us with their memorials for three generations.

“They explained the pricing factors clearly and helped us find a design that was exactly right. No surprises on the bill. The stone itself is beautiful and perfectly set.” — James, Passaic County NJ
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

If you do not see your question here, call us.

How long does it take to design and install a headstones?

Most projects take eight to twelve weeks from consultation to installation. Companion stones, portrait engravings, and complex commissions may take twelve to sixteen weeks. We share a firm timeline when the quote is issued.

Do you serve cemeteries throughout New Jersey?

Yes. Gravestone Price Guide installs headstones at cemeteries throughout all 14 New Jersey counties. We handle all coordination with the cemetery and all foundation work.

Are your memorials cemetery-compliant?

Yes. Every design is confirmed against the specific cemetery's requirements before production begins. We contact the cemetery directly and design within their published specifications.

Can I bring my own design or photo?

Yes. Family photographs, sketches, and design references are welcome. Portrait engravings from photographs are standard in our production. Bring any materials you have to the consultation.

Do you offer veteran companion markers?

Yes. Veteran companion markers — private stones designed to complement VA-provided base markers — are a regular part of our production. Service branch symbols, custom inscriptions, and appropriate design elements are all available.

What languages do you serve families in?

Yes — English, Russian, and Polish.

Showroom & Gallery

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