What is the purpose of a Burial Vault?
- Wesley VanMeter
- Sep 10, 2015
- 1 min read
When pre-planning a funeral, one of the merchandise items that you most likely will need to choose is an outer burial container.
An outer burial container is what the casket goes into at the cemetery. Most cemeteries require at least the minimum concrete box. (Please note: an outer burial container is not required by state or federal law, the check with your local cemetery of their requirements) The purpose of the concrete box is to keep the weight of the earth off of the casket so there is no sinkage above ground later.
A vault is different and has the capability of keeping the casket and the contents inside dry and protected. To some people it matters a great deal that nothing is able to enter the casket.
TYPES OF VAULTS
presented by WILBERT VAULT COMPANY
In addition to concrete vaults, there are steel vaults that work differently to create protection.
Below is a presenation on dome seal type vaults from CLARK Vault Company.
There are plastic and fiberglass vaults as well, but they are less common.
Whichever you choose, be informed and make sure that the description of your choice of outer burial container is included in your pre-need funeral contract.
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