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Endswell’s General Price List (GPL)

The Importance of the General Price List (GPL) and Price Transparency

Endswell is a proud service provider for burial at Bluestem Conservation Cemetery. We are conveniently located less than 15 miles from Bluestem and we are honored that so many of their families have chosen Endswell as their funeral home.

In our commitment to Bluestem’s conservation efforts, Endswell discounts our green burial service from $3500 to $3000, to make our services more accessible and to honor the value that Bluestem brings to this community.

Endswell offers concierge funeral care for families choosing green burial. Our team provides 24/7 support, coordinates transportation, provides storage and safekeeping of the body, completes and orders the death certificate, handles all governmental reporting, coordinates with Bluestem, and delivers the body at the date and time specified for the green burial service. 

Endswell provides shrouding of the body, which we include in our green burial package. We shroud the body with organic muslin cotton or a family quilt and, if requested, we lay North Carolina wildflowers on the shroud. Endswell can also procure caskets made by local woodworkers. Our team offers concierge funeral services and we are here to assist with your requests and needs, whatever they may be. 

How to Read a Funeral Home’s General Price List (GPL)

When planning a funeral, understanding a funeral home’s General Price List (GPL) is crucial for making informed decisions. A GPL is a document that funeral homes are legally required to provide, detailing every service and item that a customer may be charged for. It helps families navigate the costs associated with funeral planning, ensuring transparency and eliminating hidden fees.

What is a General Price List (GPL)?

A GPL outlines all the services and goods a funeral home offers. From basic services like transportation to more specific ones like embalming or the use of a chapel, everything must be listed, along with the corresponding prices. This requirement ensures families can see exactly what they’re paying for without surprises.
 
Typically, funeral homes present a few standard packages for services such as burial, cremation, and aquamation. These packages bundle essential services together for convenience and usually offer some savings compared to selecting individual items or services. However, when a family needs to customize a package by adding services, such as a memorial service or celebration of life, many funeral homes revert to a la carte pricing, which can quickly drive up costs.

Understanding Endswell’s Approach to Pricing

At Endswell, we believe in transparent pricing without hidden fees. Most families choose from one of our basic packages:
  • Cremation Package: $3000
  • Aquamation Package: $3500
  • Green Burial Package: $3000
Each of these packages includes everything a family needs. However, we understand that sometimes families want to add additional services, such as a funeral service or celebration of life. Unlike many funeral homes that revert to a more expensive a la carte pricing method, at Endswell, we simply add the cost of the additional service to the package price. This practice helps us maintain affordability and clarity, ensuring families are only charged for what they need, with no inflated or hidden fees.
 
If you’re interested in a customized service, such as a funeral or memorial, we will work with you to understand your specific needs and budget. This straightforward approach allows families to plan with confidence, knowing that their loved one’s wishes will be honored without unexpected financial stress.
 
By understanding how to read a GPL, you can make better decisions and ensure that your family’s funeral experience is as stress-free as possible. At Endswell, we remain committed to providing concierge funeral care and transparent pricing.
 
You may review our current General Price List below. If you have any questions, you can reach us anytime at 919.907.9777 or support@endswellfuneralhome.com
Current General Price List

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