Memorial Engraving, Cleaning & Restoration
Memorial Cleaning & Engraving
Restoring the clarity and beauty of a monument is an act of deep respect. Over time, environmental factors like sap, lichen, and moisture can dull the appearance of any tribute. Consequently, we offer expert memorial cleaning and engraving to help families preserve their history. Whether you need to add a new date or restore an aged stone, our team provides meticulous care.
Professional On-Site Engraving
Do you need to add a name or date to an existing monument? Our skilled technicians perform cemetery lettering directly on-site. Therefore, we rarely need to move or remove the memorial. Specifically, we serve cemeteries throughout Eastern Ontario, ensuring a perfect match to the original font style. Please note that this service is weather-dependent. Consequently, we generally schedule engraving between May and October to ensure the highest quality results.
Restoration & Power Washing
Even the most durable granite requires occasional maintenance. To protect the stone, we use specialized pressure washers with pure water and specialized cleaning solutions. We avoid chemical soaps because they can discolor porous materials like marble or bronze. Furthermore, our cleaning process effectively removes biological growth and improves legibility. If you combine memorial cleaning and engraving services, you can achieve significant savings while ensuring the tribute remains a focal point of beauty.
Before Cleaning & Restoration
A side-by-side comparison of a multi-tiered granite family monument before and after cleaning. On the left, the “before” image shows the stone heavily obscured by thick, bright orange lichen and dark biological staining, making the surname and upper inscriptions nearly unreadable. On the right, the “after” image shows the granite restored to its clean, natural grey and pink tones, with all biological growth removed and the carved lettering sharp and clearly legible.
After Cleaning & Restoration
A before and after comparison of a multi-tiered granite family monument restoration. On the left, the “before” image shows the stone heavily obscured by thick, bright orange lichen and dark biological staining, making the surname on the base and the primary inscriptions nearly unreadable. On the right, the “after” image shows the monument fully cleaned and restored to its original grey and pink granite tones. The biological growth has been completely removed, revealing sharp, clear inscriptions for the family prominently visible on the cleaned stone base.
Before Cleaning & Restoration of Lonite Headstone
A wide, low-profile grave marker made of Ionite stone. The face of the marker is heavily weathered with dark grey and black biological staining that makes the primary family name and inscriptions difficult to read. Small patches of orange lichen are visible on the base tier.
After Cleaning & Restoration of lonite headstone
A wide, low-profile grave marker made of Ionite stone shown after professional cleaning and restoration. The stone’s face is now bright and clear. The dark biological staining and orange lichen seen previously have been completely removed.
Stabilization and Repairs
Does your family monument look unlevel or sunken? Over decades, the ground may shift, causing memorials to become unstable. In addition to cleaning, we offer restoration work to secure foundations and level flat markers. To prevent future sinking, we install Monugrid—a reinforced, interlocking grid system—to provide long-term stability and support for flat markers. We secure monuments by installing Monugrid or capping existing foundations. For specific repairs please contact our office for a personalized assessment.
Foundation Restoration Project
A cemetery restoration project in progress. A large grey granite headstone has been moved aside with lifting straps. A shallow rectangular hole in the grass shows the site of the original foundation being prepared for repair.
Before cleaning & restoring a marble monument
A weathered, three-tiered stone monument with failing foundation. The upper and middle sections are heavily colonized by vibrant orange lichen and dark biological staining, which nearly obscure the inscriptions. The family name and individual details are faint against the darkened surface of the stone.
Cleaning & Restoring a marble monument
A three-tiered vertical cemetery monument shown after successful restoration and cleaning. The stone is now a uniform light grey, completely free of the previous orange lichen and dark biological staining. The monument stands straight and level on a refreshed base and level foundation.
Monugrid Installation
The installation of Monugrid—a durable, interlocking grid system—within a prepared excavation to provide a reinforced, permeable foundation for a flat grave marker. This system prevents the heavy stone from sinking or tilting over time by evenly distributing its weight across the soil.
Preserve Your Legacy
Maintaining a monument ensures that the stories of your loved ones remain clear for future generations. Our non-commissioned staff provides transparent advice on the best care for your specific memorial.