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.
Eight Reasons For Buying A Memorial from a Member
of the National Association of Memorial Masons
Choosing a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MEMORIAL MASONS offers the following safeguards:-
- All members must carry out memorial work to the standards laid down in an approved Code of Working Practice.
- All members are skilled memorial masons with a full understanding of their craft and therefore capable of providing a proper aftercare service.
- All members must be well-established businesses with a proven track record.
- All members must adhere to a strict Code of Ethics.
- All members are required to have Public Liability insurance cover.
- All members are encouraged to take part in training schemes, seminars and craft competitions organised by the Association to promote high standards of craftsmanship.
- All members are able to offer memorial insurance through schemes approved by the Association, these cover All Risks, including vandalism.
- Finally, in the event of any problem arising, the National Association of Memorial Masons Offers an independent arbitration service.
National Association of Memorial Masons
1 Castle Mews, Rugby, CV21 2XL
Tel: 01788 542264 Fax: 01788 542276
Email: enquiries@namm.org.uk
Website: www.namm.org.uk
Founded 1907
Founder Member of the International Monument Federation
Member of the Council of British Funeral Services
Member of Euro-roc
Associate Corporate Member of the Institute of Cemetery & Crematorium Management (Inc.)