Bianchi Funeral Service
814 Upshur St NW, Washington, DC, 20011
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 District of Columbia
$3,493 – $10,987
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,493–$10,987. 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.
What Families Say
“Bianchi Funeral Service really took GREAT care of my family 's needs during our most difficult time in the passing of my mother. Ms. Lynn, our funeral director, and her associates were professional, compassionate and showed a great attention to detail that made my mother's funeral service a true celebration of life. I would highly recommend the services of Bianchi and thank GOD they crossed my path in deciding on a funeral home.”
— W D Smirh
“I have to say that Bianchi Funeral Service is the best Ms Lynn Patterson is so very attentive. She handled my Ma Pat like a queen that she was. I called around to different Funeral Services and Bianchi was reasonably priced. I would like to say the details and all the extras that they provided was excellent. Her assistant Ms Octavia was also a great. They went above and beyond if I could give more stars I would. Have A Blessed Day Highly recommended”
— Kim
“I have been using Bianchi Funeral Services 1998. Lynn Armstrong Patterson and her team do such amazing work.I recently worked with her she prepared my husband. She has so much compassion understanding and patience when she’s working with you. Awesome work!!!!”
— TANYA RHAMES
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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