FAQ

  • What areas do you cover?

    We cover all of Kirklees and surrounding areas. If you are unsure if we cover the area you require a memorial use the contact us page and we will get back to you asap.

  • I have seen a memorial I like but I cannot see it on your website?

    We can quote for any memorial from any catalogue or for a bespoke design that you have drawn up yourself.

  • Will I see my stone before it is fitted?

    When we have an initial meeting, we will design the memorial on our programme whilst we are with you at the time. Once the stone is then ready to be fitted, if required you can come down to our workshop to view the stone prior. Alternatively we can take a photo and send this through.

  • What is a ground anchor?

    A stainless steel ground anchor which conforms to current health & safety guidelines and meets the British Standard BS8415

  • How soon can a stone be fitted after a burial?

    Under normal circumstances a memorial can be fitted 6 months following the burial. We will go and survey the grave to advise time scales as the 6 months approaches.

  • What can I have?

    Each cemetery/churchyard have different rules and regulations. Our team will be able to advise you what is and isn’t allowed. If you have any further questions regarding this please contact us.

  • How much are the permit/application fees?

    Each cemetery/churchyard the fee differs from additional inscription to fitting a new memorial, but we will be able to advise at the time and this will be included in the itemised estimate that is sent through.

  • Can I purchase a memorial if I am not the grave owner?

    Yes you can purchase a memorial as long as the grave owner has no objections and is willing to sign the paperwork for the permit.

  • Can I insure my stone?

    Yes you can, once all the works are completed we will send through a leaflet in the post for a stone insurance company that we recommend.

  • Do you offer a payment plan?

    Yes we do, currently we can accept weekly/monthly payments for a memorial but this stone will not be fitted until this is paid in full. Check back in the future for updates regarding this.

  • Is JM Memorials Ltd a member of any association?

    Yes we are, we are members are of the British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons (BRAMM).