Since the ground often needs time to settle, it is advised that you wait about six months before you erect any kind of memorial. Otherwise, if you decide to go ahead with this too soon rather than waiting for the recommended time period, you are highly likely to find yourself ordering replacement memorials soon.

What's the average cost for a headstone?

The average cost of a standard flat headstone is around $1,000. But more detailed, upright headstones can cost between $1,000 and $3,000, as you'll see with this granite headstone and another at a higher price point.

What is the difference between a gravestone and a headstone?

Gravestones were once used to describe a large stone slab that covered a grave. The slab might have been inscribed with information about the deceased. ... A gravestone in modern parlance is used synonymously with headstone and tombstone.