Eight Reasons For Buying A Memorial
from a Member of the National Association of Memorial Masons
A memorial should be a lasting tribute perpetuating a life. It therefore needs to be well made and
securely erected. Often it is difficult for a person buying a memorial to assess the quality and workmanship that should be expected. So, to avoid
unnecessary future expense, regret or even distress, it is advisable to choose a memorial mason who is required to work to certain specified standards.
Choosing a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MEMORIAL MASTERS offers the following safeguards:-
1] All members are expected to carry out memorial work to standards acceptable to the Association.
2] All members are skilled memorial masons with a full understanding of their craft and therefore capable of providing a proper aftercare services.
3] All members must be well established businesses with a proven trade record.
4] All members must adhere to a strict Code of Ethics.
5] All members are required to have Public Liability insurance cover.
6] All members are encouraged to take part in training schemes, seminars, and craft competitions organised by the Association to promote high standards of craftsmanship.
7] All members are able to offer memorial insurance through schemes approved by the Association - these cover All Risks, including vandalism.
8] In the event of any problem arising, all members are bound by the findings of the Association's
independent Conciliation and Arbitration Service.
National Association of Memorial Masons
27a Albert Street, Rugby CV21 2SG
Founder Member of the International Monument Federation
Member of the Council of British Funeral Services
Member of Euro-roc
Associate Member of the Confederation of Burial Services
