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26295 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA, 94544
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.
Average in California
$3,244 – $10,202
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $3,244–$10,202. 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.
“We had an excellent experience with Art Monument Company. A special thanks to Andrew. He was approachable, informative, and offered a variety of options to choose from. We were on a tight timeline to have the stone completed for my brother's 1 year anniversary, and Andrew made sure everything was completed within the 2 months. The entire process was seamless and stress-free. In the design process, Andrew consistently incorporated our feedback and delivered exactly what we wanted. The final stone exceeded our expectations--it was beautifully crafted with great attention to detail. The prices were reasonable, and we are very happy with the outcome. We highly recommend Art Monument Company to anyone in need of their services.”
— Bianca Nunez
“Art monument (Drew) they did the headstone for my nephew in 2020. They did It exactly how I designed it.... My nephew headstone was laid at his grave at Rolling Hills Memorial Park in Richmond/El Sobrante Ca #Heartless Clothing”
— East Oakland (East Oakland 106)
“Glad the plaque for our Mom was installed 3 months after ordering. I’m disappointed that the installer didn’t take an additional 5 - 10 minutes to spray the balance of the headstone so they matched rather than leaving it all dirty. I brought flowers for her birthday but assumed wrongly that the installer would have made the entire headstone look nice hence I didn’t bring any cleaning items with me. I’m disappointed.”
— Kathy Freeman
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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