An outer burial container is an encasement that surrounds a person’s casket inside a grave space. The purpose of this container is to protect a person’s casket from the weight of the earth, maintaining the integrity of the cemetery grounds over time. Outer burial containers may be purchased through the cemetery or through Mt. Scott Funeral Home directly. Our staff will explain all of the options available to you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions.
Most cemeteries require an outer burial container for in-ground casket burial. They are designed to maintain the integrity of the cemetery grounds, by preventing the caskets from collapsing over time from the weight of the earth and the heavy machinery that the cemeteries use.
Outer burial containers may be purchased through Mt. Scott Funeral Home or through the cemetery directly. We recommend families compare the cost of both entities before making a selection.
There are two types of outer burial containers; grave liners and burial vaults. They both serve the purpose of maintaining the integrity of the grave space. The distinctive difference between a grave liner and burial vault is its protective qualities.
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