Monument Restoration Services

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Monument Restorations

We provide professional monument restoration services to repair, stabilize, and preserve aging or damaged cemetery memorials. Our work is focused on maintaining the safety, integrity, and original appearance of monuments while respecting cemetery regulations and historical significance.

Serving Peterborough, the Kawarthas, and surrounding Ontario communities, we work with families, cemeteries, and municipalities to ensure memorials remain secure and dignified for future generations.

Our Monument Restoration Services

Resetting & Re-Leveling Monuments

Over time, monuments may shift, lean, or sink due to soil conditions and weather. We carefully reset and level monuments to restore proper alignment and long-term stability.

Foundation & Structural Repairs

We repair or replace failing foundations and joints to ensure monuments are safely supported and meet current cemetery standards.

Repairing Damaged Monuments

Our restoration services address cracked stone, loose components, and deteriorated joints, completed with attention to original craftsmanship and materials.

Surface Cleaning & Refinishing

Where appropriate, we clean and refinish granite surfaces to remove dirt, biological growth, and staining, while preserving existing lettering and finishes.

FAQs

If you need assistance with monument restoration, our experienced team is here to help.

Commonly asked questions

What types of monuments can be restored?

We restore a wide range of granite monuments and markers, including upright monuments, flat markers, pillow markers, and bench memorials. Restoration suitability depends on the monument’s condition and cemetery regulations.
What restoration work do you provide?

Our services include resetting leaning or sunken monuments, repairing or replacing foundations, stabilizing loose components, repairing joints, and cleaning or refinishing stone surfaces where appropriate.
Do you work with older or historic monuments?

Yes. We have experience repairing thousands of monuments. We have worked for the Common Wealth War Grave Commission, repairing monuments that are more than 100 years old. We approach older and historic monuments with added care, focusing on preservation of original craftsmanship while improving safety and stability.
Do restorations require cemetery approval?

Yes. Most restoration work requires cemetery approval. We coordinate directly with cemetery management to confirm permissions and requirements before work begins.
How long does monument restoration take?

Timelines vary depending on the scope of work, monument condition, and cemetery access. We provide a clear timeline once the restoration assessment is complete. Most on-site restoration work is completed between May and October, depending on weather conditions and cemetery access.
Can restoration improve monument safety?

Yes. Restoration often addresses leaning, shifting, or unstable monuments, helping reduce safety concerns while preserving the memorial.

Request Restoration Services

Feel free to reach out to us!

sales@kawarthamonuments.com
705-745-5020