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Dos and Don’ts Of Finding Cremation Service Providers

May 18, 2020 • Teri Vila-Caballero

IF you are looking for cremation services in Miami, FL, either for yourself as part of your pre-arrangements, or for a loved one who has passed away, you should know that there are a lot of options out there. There are crematories that just do cremations and there are funeral homes that offer a myriad of services and everything in between. When you are looking for just the right provider, here are a few tips to follow.

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DO Ask For Recommendations

Even if you haven’t used cremation services before, someone in your life has. Ask friends, co-workers, neighbors and other people you trust what provider they used and what their experience was like. After you get some ideas that way, you can continue your research with more confidence. IF a provider did good work for someone you trust, you are more likely to trust them yourself moving forward.

DON’T Avoid A Visit

IT’s easy to plan things online and over the phone these days, but that doesn’t mean you should. If you are considering a certain cremation provider in your area, it’s best to visit them in person so you can see how they operate. You should be able to get a tour of the crematory and check out the cleanliness and the procedures of the location. You should be able to ask questions and get direct answers.

DO Look Into History And Experience

While new cremation providers aren’t necessarily bad, it’s always best to have someone experienced with a good history in the community. You don’t want to be a guinea pig for someone new to the industry. Instead, find a cremation provider that knows what they are doing and has proven it with a long history.

DON’T Be Afraid To Ask Questions

There might be some questions you feel are simple and you feel embarrassed to ask because you should already know the answers. Don’t feel that way. No one will laugh at you or look down on you for asking questions of any kind. This is a very important topic, either to you for per-plans or for a loved one who has passed away. You should ask any question you have on your mind, no matter how simple or complicated it might be.

DO Look At Price Lists

It’s important for cremation providers to be completely transparent with their prices. You should be able to see packages and costs for everything they provide. You can, of course, customize anything you want, but those basic prices are a good thing to get you started based on what your budget can afford and what you need.

When you are looking int cremation services in Miami, FL, these are a few things to remember to do or not do as you proceed. The reputable professionals at Ferdinand Funeral Homes & Crematory are here to help with the entire process from start to finish. You can trust our honesty, integrity, support, and compassion the whole way through.

Teri Vila-Caballero

Teri Vila-Caballero

Teri Vila-Caballero is the Pre Need Director at Ferdinand Funeral Homes & Crematory. She joined the team in 2012 to fulfill her calling to serve our community.

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