{"id":65,"date":"2023-06-22T12:12:21","date_gmt":"2023-06-22T12:12:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thecemeteryelves.com\/?page_id=65"},"modified":"2025-02-16T16:42:14","modified_gmt":"2025-02-16T16:42:14","slug":"gravesite-maintenance-services","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/thecemeteryelves.com\/index.php\/gravesite-maintenance-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Gravesite Maintenance Services"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Cemetery Elves use tried and proven methods and products in the performance of our services. We offer high quality products and professional service in the execution of our work. Below is a list of the services and products we offer our customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cemetery Elves can build a complete custom maintenance or decorating package to fit all your needs. We offer discounts on multiple services and maintenance plans. The Cemtery Elves supply photos of all our services and placements when complete. Every veteran gravesite we service will receive a FREE American flag placed at the grave if one is not present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please make sure to review the cemetery rules that apply to your loved one\u2019s gravesite as some can be very restrictive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

*The Cemetery Elves do not perform any type of stone, marker or monument restoration or resetting services.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lawncare Maintenance Services<\/u><\/strong>: The Cemetery Elves supplies two service levels of gravesite lawncare that include grass cutting, trimming around the stone or marker, edging the stone or marker, gently washing of the stone or marker, weeding around the stone or marker, raking of debris and watering existing or newly placed plants. We also offer add-on services for spot patching of topsoil and grass, application of weed and feed products, mulching, garden beds and borders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cemetery Elves can customize a care plan for almost any budget. Our goal is to supply an aesthetic and groomed look to the gravesite. Perpetual cemeteries supply grass cutting services but tend to leave the \u201cwell groomed\u201d look to the plot owner. We supply this service with the dignity and reverence your loved one deserves.<\/p>\n\n\n

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  1. Basic – Cut grass, trim around stone\/marker and edge the stone\/marker (if applicable), remove any light debris, clear leaves when applicable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Deluxe \u2013 all the items in the Basic service plus light weed removal around the stone\/marker, gently wash the stone\/marker, water any existing plants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Add-On Services include planting flowers, spot patching with topsoil and grass, application of weed & feed in the spring, garden\/planter beds and mulching.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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    Stone and Marker Cleaning Services<\/u><\/strong>: The Cemetery Elves supplies stone and marker cleaning for several types of stones, markers, and monuments of varying sizes. Services include gentle washing, gentle cleaning, deep cleaning, and protectant application depending on the stone\/marker type and condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The Cemetery Elves uses the \u201cDo No Harm\u201d standards recommended by the Professional Cemetery Preservationists and Stone Conservators, best practices as set forth by the National Park Service\u2019s National Center for Preservation Technology and Training (NCPTT) funded by the Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration and operational standards set forth by The National Cemetery Administration as well as professional recommendations from the Cemetery Conservators United Standards (CCUS) for maintaining gravesite stones, markers and monuments. These are the groups entrusted with the care and techniques for our nation\u2019s 131 national cemeteries and more than three million gravesites. All the products and equipment we use are to offer cleaning without damaging the stone or marker. Our goal is to clean the stone, marker or monument and not try to make it new. Cleaning the stone, marker or monument helps keep its \u201cnew\u201d look and regular maintenance prolongs the life of the stone, marker, and monument. Our products will continue to work long after we are finished cleaning your headstone. Although you will be amazed at the results from the cleaning process, the stone will continue to improve over several weeks. Our solutions will continue to prevent biological growth for months. With regular cleaning you can protect your investment from the elements and deterioration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Stone\/Marker Maintenance Services<\/p>\n\n\n

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    1. Small Stones<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Medium Stones<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Large Stones<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. X-Large Stones<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Custom Stones<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. Stone Monuments<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    7. Single Marker<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    8. Double Marker<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    9. Custom Marker<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      Floral Placement and Planting:<\/u><\/strong> The Cemetery Elves supplies silk and live floral arrangement placement, in several sizes and styles, at the gravesite. We partner with local florists to supply custom arrangements and offer the planting of flowers and plants where allowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      The Cemetery Elves supplies quality silk and live arrangements in various sizes as well as custom options. We offer many styles to fit your needs. Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions.<\/p>\n\n\n

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      Memorial, Holiday, and Special Occasion Placement: <\/u><\/strong>The Cemetery Elves supply silk and live floral arrangement placement, in several sizes and styles, at the gravesite for your special event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      The Cemetery Elves supplies a wide array of options for holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, memorials, and other special occasions. We offer the same quality silk and live arrangements customized for your occasion. We offer cones, wreaths, crosses, swags, grave blankets, cemetery pots, and specialty items which can be decorated for the specific occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Small Arrangement – Artificial (Cone, Vase or Wreath)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Medium Arrangement – Artificial (Cone, Vase or Wreath)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Large Arrangement \u2013 Artificial (Cone, Vase or Wreath)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Custom Arrangements \u2013 Artificial or Live<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. Custom Plants (where permitted)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      6. Holiday and Memorial Arrangements \u2013 Artificial or Live<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Decorations:<\/u><\/strong> The Cemetery Elves offer placement of special items requested for the gravesite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        The Cemetery Elves can supply and deliver, where applicable, several different items including statues, <\/p>\n\n\n

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        candles, stuffed animals, wind chimes, pictures, lights, and personal items. We caution everyone to please be aware of your cemetery rules as we are not responsible for items removed after placement.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Decorations\/Adornments\/Specialty Items<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. Statues<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Candles<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. Stuffed Animals<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        4. Wind Chimes (where applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        5. Pictures<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        6. Lights<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        7. Personal Items<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        8. Message or Letter Delivery<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Ceramic Photo Plaques<\/span>: <\/strong>The Cemetery Elves can provide ceramic photo plaques using your digital photo that can be installed on your headstone, marker or niche. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          The plaques come in many shapes and sizes and come with a free installation kit. The plaques come with a lifetime warranty against fading and discoloration. Photos can also be processed with professional enhancement to “clean up” the photo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Photography and Videography:<\/span> <\/strong>The Cemetery Elves offers gravesite digital photographs and high-resolution videos.<\/p>\n\n\n

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          The Cemetery Elves can take digital photos and high-resolution videos of the gravesite and surrounding areas for those who are unable to visit their loved one\u2019s gravesite. We can send them via text message or email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          2. HD Videos<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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