Why Work With Us?

Upright Headstones Dealer
in NJ

Hand-carved headstones by Upright Headstones R Us — 80+ years in Morris County, NJ.

Headstone Specialists — Single, double & flat headstones
Companion Headstones — Side-by-side memorial pairs
Veteran Headstones — VA-compatible military headstones
Custom Granite Carving — Hand-carved in Morris County
Photo-Etched Portraits — High-contrast relief portraits
Headstone Restoration — Restore aged & weathered stone
Cemetery Compliance — Every headstone meets cemetery rules
Foundation Installation — Below frost-line, level-set
American-Made Granite — Domestic & select imported stone
Over 80 Years in NJ — Family-owned since 1945
All 14 NJ Counties — Statewide installation
Multilingual Service — English · Russian · Polish
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Serving all of New Jersey · English, Russian, Polish
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Over 80 Years in NJ

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Service Area

Serving All 14 NJ Counties

Upright Headstones R Us serves all 14 New Jersey counties from our Morris County headquarters. Families choosing upright headstones in Bergen, Essex, Passaic, Hudson, Union, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Somerset, Middlesex, Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean counties trust Upright Headstones R Us to handle every aspect of the process — design, fabrication, delivery, and cemetery installation — with the care and competence that comes from 80+ years of service.

  • Morris
  • Bergen
  • Essex
  • Passaic
  • Hudson
  • Union
  • Sussex
  • Warren
  • Hunterdon
  • Somerset
  • Middlesex
  • Mercer
  • Monmouth
  • Ocean
Cemetery Guide

Cemetery Compliance Guide

Cemetery Regulations

Upright headstones in New Jersey are governed by per-cemetery rules covering maximum height, base dimension requirements, acceptable materials, and installation procedures. Before any fabrication begins, Upright Headstones R Us contacts the receiving cemetery to verify current regulations, confirming that the planned upright headstone will be accepted and installed without complication.

Foundation Requirements

The long-term stability of an upright headstone depends significantly on the quality of its foundation. Upright Headstones R Us's installation crews prepare concrete foundations to the depth and width required by each cemetery's specifications, with attention to NJ's frost line in northern counties where ground freezing is deepest. Properly built foundations keep upright stones plumb and level through decades of seasonal ground movement.

Religious Cemetery Considerations

New Jersey's religious cemeteries each carry traditions that shape upright headstone design choices within their sections. Upright Headstones R Us is familiar with the specifications of Jewish, Catholic, Orthodox Christian, and Protestant burial grounds throughout the state, and our multilingual team serves families in English, Russian, and Polish to ensure consultation is fully comfortable.

Our Collection

Our Headstones Collection

Upright Headstones

Upright headstones from Upright Headstones R Us stand on matching granite bases, combining the tablet and base into a visually unified memorial that reads clearly from a distance and carries well-chosen words with lasting dignity. Tablets range from 16 to 36 inches in height; bases typically add 6 to 10 inches more. American-made granite in Classic Black, Jet Black, Balmoral Red, Blue Pearl, Mountain Gray, and Absolute Gray is available in the full range of profile options: flat-top, arch-top, and ogee-top. Each profile carries a different visual character — flat-top is the most classic and simply dignified; arch-top brings a traditional chapel-window quality; ogee-top adds decorative texture to the silhouette. The inscription face is mirror-polished to maximize contrast and engraving quality. Upright Headstones R Us's Morris County artisans produce every upright headstone using the hand-carving methods refined over 80+ years: sandblasting stencils for consistent letter forms, rotary engraving for fine portraiture and imagery, and hand chisels for relief elements. All upright headstones are fabricated to cemetery-compliant specifications confirmed before any stone work begins.

Granite Options

American-made granite is the foundation of every upright headstone at Upright Headstones R Us. Classic Black and Jet Black offer maximum contrast for polished-face engravings. Mountain Gray and Absolute Gray provide quiet, dignified neutrality. Balmoral Red and Blue Pearl carry distinctive mineral character. Physical samples are available at our Morris County showroom so families can evaluate real stone before making their selection.

Custom Design Process

The design consultation for an upright headstone at Upright Headstones R Us covers inscription content, granite color, top-edge profile, and any custom imagery. Families bring their materials — photographs, poetry, military documentation, religious imagery — and our Morris County artisans draft a scaled proof for review. Revisions are welcomed before written approval is given and carving begins.

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Our Process

Our Hand-Carving Process

Upright Headstones R Us's process for upright headstones follows six steps. Step one is consultation: understanding the person, the cemetery, and the family's vision. Step two is cemetery verification: confirming current regulations for the planned upright headstone. Step three is material and profile selection: granite color, finish, dimensions, and top-edge profile chosen with the family. Step four is design drafting: a scaled proof is prepared and reviewed by the family. Step five is hand-carving: the approved design is engraved into American-made granite using methods refined over 80+ years in our Morris County workshop. Step six is installation: Upright Headstones R Us delivers, prepares the foundation, and sets the upright headstone correctly at the cemetery. Most memorials are completed within eight to twelve weeks.

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Voices

What Families Say

New Jersey families have entrusted us with their memorials for three generations.

“The upright headstone Upright Headstones R Us made for my mother is everything we hoped for. It stands with exactly the dignity she deserved, and the lettering remains perfectly sharp years later.” — Ruth, Monmouth County NJ
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

If you do not see your question here, call us.

How long does it take to design and install a headstones?

From initial consultation to cemetery installation, most headstones are completed within eight to twelve weeks. That window includes design drafting, family approval, hand-carving in our Morris County workshop, and coordination with the cemetery for foundation preparation and placement. We give every family an honest timeline at the outset.

Do you serve cemeteries throughout New Jersey?

Yes. Upright Headstones R Us serves all 14 New Jersey counties from our Morris County headquarters. We handle delivery and professional installation at cemeteries throughout Bergen, Essex, Passaic, Hudson, Union, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Somerset, Middlesex, Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean counties — coordinating every step directly with the cemetery office.

Are your memorials cemetery-compliant?

Yes. Before any stone is cut, Upright Headstones R Us verifies the receiving cemetery's current regulations — permitted height, base dimensions, acceptable finish types, and installation scheduling. Cemetery-compliant specifications are confirmed in writing before fabrication begins, protecting the family's investment and ensuring smooth installation.

Can I bring my own design or photo?

Absolutely. Families regularly bring photographs, hand-drawn sketches, military insignia, religious artwork, or personal poetry. Our Morris County artisans incorporate all personal materials into a scaled design proof, which the family reviews and approves before any carving begins. Revisions are a normal part of the process.

Do you offer veteran companion markers?

Yes. Upright Headstones R Us creates veteran memorial configurations incorporating branch insignia, rank designations, service dates, and authorized emblems. Companion stones honoring a veteran alongside a spouse are also available. We meet national cemetery dimension standards when required.

What languages do you serve families in?

Yes — English, Russian, and Polish.

Showroom & Gallery

See Upright Headstones in Person

Browse a few of the stones we have set, then come visit us in person. Sample stones, finishes, and lettering are all on display.

Upright Headstones R Us Madison, NJ 07940
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