Is Cremation Really the Cheaper Option?

Is Cremation Really the Cheaper Option?

When you’re planning a farewell for a loved one, you won’t want to think about cost, but it’s something that is going to raise its ugly head at some point – funerals have to be paid for. And that also means you need to make choices, including the choice between cremation and burial. Many people assume cremation is the cheaper option, but is it really? Let’s take a look at the truth behind the idea and consider what affordable funeral services might work. 

What Is The Cost Of Cremation? 

Cremation generally has a bit of a reputation for being more budget-friendly, but the actual cremation cost with service can vary massively, and it depends on the options you choose. Basic cremations that don’t include a formal service or viewing, for example, tend to be the least expensive, and they’ll definitely cover the essentials (including paperwork). On the other hand, if you want a memorial service and a more expensive urn, the price is going to go up. 

Comparing Cremation With Traditional Funerals 

Traditional funerals really do tend to be more expensive than cremation (sometimes a lot more) because there are a lot more elements involved, such as embalming, a casket or coffin, and burial plot fees. Of course, affordable funeral services are available and you can minimise the price you’ll be paying while still being respectful to your deceased loved one, but even so, traditional funerals can easily exceed $10,000 – that’s what makes cremation such an attractive option in the end.

However, you’ve always got to consider what’s included in the price; sometimes you’ll find what’s seemingly affordable cremation services only to find there’s a lot of added extras stuck on the invoice, and that’s definitely not what you’ll want. Make sure you’re clear on what you want and don’t want, as well as your budget – a good cremation centre will respect that.

Choose Bay Cremation Care Today

For those looking for a dignified but essentially budget-friendly option, cremation could be the answer, and by focusing on affordable funeral services and choosing packages that suit your needs, you’ll find one. Just get in touch with the experts at Bay Cremation Care to learn more about how we can help.

Why Choose Bay Cremation Care

At Bay Cremation Care, we are dedicated to providing everyone with options for planning an affordable yet meaningful funeral service at our funeral home in Tauranga.
We are passionate about doing everything we can to give your loved one a beautiful, respectful, memorable farewell and alleviating your pain in this challenging time.
We believe that a funeral plays a vital role in offering closure and catharsis after a loss. That is why we will go out of our way to provide you with caring, attentive service.

Based in the Bay of Plenty, Bay Cremation Care has been offering the people of Tauranga and its surrounding areas compassionate care and support in their most challenging times.
The company is run by Alistair Black, a fully qualified Funeral Director, Embalmer and member of the Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand (FDANZ) and NZ Embalmers Association.

From the moment we contacted Alistair at Bay Cremation Care we felt fully confident we had chosen the perfect person to help us plan the funeral. Alistair was compassionate, caring and knowledgeable and took us through every step of the way. He gave us time to make important decisions and gave us guidance as we needed it. He has our highest recommendation and thanks for making a very difficult situation a little easier.
Tracey
Alistair was very helpful, respectful and professional, and guided us through everything we needed. He was a great help during a difficult time, and helped ensure a smooth and easy process for us. The venue we were at was lovely, and he was happy to arrange anything extra we needed such as flowers, catering, a celebrant etc, but there was no pressure. Would absolutely recommend Bay Cremation Care.
Jonne P
From the quick and helpful correspondence at just the enquiry stage, to the unexpected urgency in need for their services and all the supportive and informative communication from the beginning to end the experience and care was outstanding. At such a vulnerable and emotional time the care from Alistair and the team at Bay Cremation Care made the experience such a positive and easy one. Thank you.
Tiana Telfer
Alistair handled our needs sensitively and efficiently. He was helpful, flexible and made a difficult task easy for our family. Recommended.
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Jenny Jenkins
If you are looking for a caring and compassionate person who is going to look after your loved one with dignity and respect then Alistair is the one. With the death of our mother, Alistair was highly professional knowledgeable, patient and considerate. We felt like we were meeting with a friend who had known our family for years.
When the time comes I can only hope I have somebody like him looking after me my brother has already booked him
Would highly recommend.
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