Demaine Funeral Home
520 S Washington St, Alexandria, VA, 22314
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.
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 Virginia
$2,495 – $7,848
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,495–$7,848. 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
“We attended the still life art session on October 11, 2025. The still life was so beautiful and varied that we sketched several different sections of it during the session. We loved having the time to focus without distractions—other than the laughter from participants. We highly recommend continuing these sessions.”
— Sarah Mayhew
“My family has used Domains for both of my parents. When the time came for my husband. I choose Domains. Robert Simms passed away in a very good nursing home in Ashland , Virginia. I live in Richmond VA. We chose Domains above all of the funeral homes between here and there the last time I saw my Bobby alive he was thin blue gray in color. When I saw him at Domains. He looked like he had been out in the gardened and fresh shower. Bobby looked strong. The muscle in his arm was strong again. The ringer finger was back to the size 11. For the first time in over a year . I could put his wedding ring. Back on his ring finger. Bobby was in his jeans, flannel shirt, t shirt and his favorite drinks.”
— Colleen Embrey
“Demaine Funeral Home assisted me when my father died and again just recently when I lost my sister. There was an issue with getting my sister’s death certificate from the hospital. Claudia and Ryan worked diligently to get the death certificate and to keep me apprised of the situation. I have only had the kindest and most efficient service with Demaine Funeral Home.”
— Jan Wallace
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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