Scotmid Funeral Services

The Cost of the Funeral

When you have made your choices we will give you an estimate of the cost. If, at this stage, you would like to change anything we will help you do this. Any changes you make may affect the cost of the funeral.

If you have concerns about payment at this stage, it is important that you raise this prior to signing the estimate so that other options can be explored. If informed, our staff will be able to provide positive advice and we regard it as part of our duty towards our clients to ensure that they are not exposed to debts they are unable to manage.
You may find the following link useful: www.direct.gov.uk/RightsAndResponsibilities/Death/fs/en

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The cost of the funeral is made up of the following:

  • Professional services including appropriate advice and support, liaison with third parties and personnel required to arrange the funeral
  • Supplementary charges including bringing the deceased into our care, presentation of the deceased and provision of a hearse
  • The cost of the coffin or casket
  • Additional charges such as limousines, additional mileage and cremation casket
  • Payments made on your behalf, known as disbursements. These include doctor's fee, minister's fee, cremation fee etc.

If you require other services and need advice please don't hesitate to ask.

We will give you a courtesy call before the funeral to confirm all the details and answer any final questions that you may have. However, please do not hesitate to contact us at any time should you need assistance.

A 5% discount of the Funeral Director's charges is offered to Society Members.