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Price Estimate and Tombstone Engraving Request<\/strong>
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Adding an inscription to an existing monument is a meaningful process. Whether it\u2019s to honor the memory of a recently departed loved one, correct information, or add a personal message, the Granite Lacroix team supports you with empathy and professionalism.<\/p>\n

1. A Simple and Transparent Request Process<\/strong><\/h2>\n

To bring your engraving project to life, we follow three key steps:<\/p>\n

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  • Step 1:<\/strong> Fill out our online request form.<\/li>\n
  • Step 2:<\/strong> A member of our team will contact you personally to verify the information and answer all your questions.<\/li>\n
  • Step 3:<\/strong> We present a detailed proposal for your approval before finalizing the order.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    2. Understanding the Pricing Structure<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    The cost of an engraving is calculated precisely based on the following criteria:<\/p>\n

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    • Per-character calculation:<\/strong> The price depends on the total number of characters to be engraved (including every letter, number, hyphen, or special character).<\/li>\n
    • Basic package:<\/strong> A base fee applies and already includes a certain number of characters.<\/li>\n
    • Travel fees:<\/strong> Depending on the cemetery\u2019s location, travel fees may apply.<\/li>\n
    • Taxes:<\/strong> Please note that taxes are additional to the quoted price.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      3. Standard and Non-Standard Engravings<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      To ensure visual harmony, we distinguish between two types of work:<\/p>\n

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      • Standard engraving:<\/strong> Done directly from our common templates.<\/li>\n
      • Non-standard engraving:<\/strong> In some cases, our team needs to visit the site to take a physical imprint of the monument to accurately reproduce the existing design. This applies to:\n
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        • Inscriptions in languages other than English or French,<\/li>\n
        • Use of an unusual font (cursive, handwritten, etc.),<\/li>\n
        • Specific text layout (diagonal, curved, etc.).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          4. Expertise in Reproduction and Historical Heritage<\/strong><\/h2>\n

          We make it a priority that the new engraving is identical to the existing one on your monument:<\/p>\n

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          • Evolution of techniques:<\/strong> In the past, engravings were done manually with cold chisels or lead letters.<\/li>\n
          • Health and safety:<\/strong> For public health reasons, these older methods (notably lead) are no longer used today.<\/li>\n
          • Modernity and accuracy:<\/strong> Thanks to current technology, our engravers faithfully reproduce the original typography and dimensions, even for monuments created many years ago.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            5. Epitaph Ideas to Honor Your Loved Ones<\/strong><\/h2>\n

            Adding an inscription is an opportunity to include a commemorative message that reflects the life of the deceased. Here are some suggestions for inspiration:<\/p>\n

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            • Classic messages:<\/strong> \u201cForever in our hearts,\u201d \u201cEternal rest.\u201d<\/li>\n
            • Quotes and Verses:<\/strong> A Bible passage, poem, or inspirational quote.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Family tributes:<\/strong> \u201cDevoted husband and father,\u201d \u201cA life full of love.\u201d<\/p>\n\n

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