Sunset’s FAQs: Headstone Monuments & Custom Monument Questions

We understand that the process of finding, designing, and manufacturing a custom monument to memorialize your loved one is a sensitive process, which is why Sunset treats our families with the highest dignity and respect. If you have any questions during this time, we are always available to answer. See below for some frequently asked questions about our headstone monuments and custom monuments. 

Are There Different Types of Headstone Monuments?

• We’re monument makers who can manufacture headstone monuments based on any idea that will reflect the person you’ve lost. We have many different designs for granite headstones that you can choose from or we can create designs for custom monuments. If you’re not sure what type of monument you want, contact someone from our design team. They have lots of knowledge and experience and they’ll be able to help you look at many different custom monument options.
• Whatever type of granite headstones or custom monuments you’re looking for, Sunset will take time to work with you and you’ll never feel rushed or pressured. We want to help you choose a granite headstone that’s special and perfectly suited to honour the person you’ve lost and we know that takes time. At Sunset, our granite headstones and custom monuments are more than just a way to say goodbye. They’re lasting tributes to the memories of loved ones. 

Does Sunset Memorial & Stone Manufacture Custom Monuments?

• If you’re looking for a monument company that can create custom monuments, come to Sunset. We design custom monuments and headstone monuments – and we also manufacture, deliver, and install them. We’re a leader among monument companies and you can rely on us as your custom monument maker. 
• We work with many of the world’s best stone sculptors. This means we can create almost any type of custom monument. We take pride in helping our customers explore any idea to create beautiful, lasting, and unique headstone monuments. 
• At Sunset, we can manufacture custom monuments and granite headstones in many different shapes like hearts, angels, teddy bears, and trees. We can also order customized shapes, which can be engraved with special words. 
• We can help if you’re looking for a particular style, design, or font. If you’re not sure exactly what you’re looking for we have lots of ideas for granite headstones to share. 
• All of our granite headstone and custom monuments are high-quality pieces of art with exquisitely-designed graphics. We can engrave in any language. 
• If you’re looking for a custom monument and you’d like more information, talk to a member of our sales team.

Does Sunset Work on Commission?

At Sunset Memorial & Stone our custom monuments and granite headstones are not sold on commission. Customer service is our top priority, so you’ll never feel rushed to make a decision or pressured to spend more money than your budget allows. We know that everyone is different and we’ll give you as much information and time as you need to make a decision that you feel good about when you’re choosing a headstone monument.

Does Sunset Have a Showroom for Custom Monuments?

We have a showroom at our head office in Calgary. Many people find it helpful to come and look at our display of granite headstones and custom monuments. If you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for, our sales team can give you information about creating a custom monument. 

If you can’t make it during our regular business hours, talk to a member of our sales team and we’ll find another time for you to come in and see the granite headstones we have on display.

If I Don’t Live in Calgary, Can I Order Cemetery Monuments Online?

• If you want to order a custom monument from Sunset, you can come to our showroom and talk to someone from our sales team or you can order your cemetery monument online. To order cemetery monuments online, all you have to do is fill out the contact us form. Someone from our sales team will get in touch with you to talk about exactly what you’re looking for. If it’s not convenient for you to come to our showroom, we can work with you over the phone or by email. We have lots of customers who buy cemetery monuments online.
• The granite headstone monuments on our website show some of our popular designs. If you’re not sure exactly what you’re looking for, that’s okay. Our experienced design team can help you create a custom monument design. We have lots of experience and ideas to share for granite headstones and custom monuments.