Mc Clam Funeral Home
95 Dixwell Ave, New Haven, CT, 06511
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Connecticut
$3,119 – $9,810
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,119–$9,810. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
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What Families Say
“Mc Clam Funeral Home did a wonderful job with my mother. She looked real good. At the service they treated my mother like the Queen she was. I would like to thank Mc Clam for everything”
— Chester Umbles
“My significant other is being handled by this Mcclam funeral home ,I called three days in a row to find out when we will be doing the viewing the night before …..today is the night before the funeral and still I have not heard a word on when we will do the viewing it. It’s already 3 o’clock almost in the afternoon. These people are so unorganized And Unready, where is the management team how come they are not prepared”
— jason Cristal
“I didn't get a chance to thank the staff of McClam Funeral Home for taking care of my uncle. Unfortunately we were unable to provide a suit for him but I found 2 shirts and brought them in as requested. I was told to bring the shirts and they would take care of the rest. When we were allowed to see him he looked so nice in a dark blue suit and white shirt that I knew I didn't provide. They didn't have to do that and his family appreciated it very much. So thank you so much for all your efforts on his behalf.”
— Blue
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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