Our Grave Care Services & Technologies
Professional Cleaning, Restoration & Maintenance Methods
Tending.app is operated by All Funeral Services LLC, headquartered in New York City and serving families across the U.S. since 2018. We provide safe, professional monument care using trained specialists, cemetery-approved tools, eco-friendly materials, and standardized methods.
Our goal is simple: deliver the same level of quality and respect every time — no matter the cemetery, stone type, or condition.
What We Do: Complete Monument & Grave Care
Below is a full list of services now integrated into our process. Each service is performed using safe, non-abrasive methods and backed by our $2,000,000 liability insurance.
Stone Work
(Granite, Marble & Stone Monuments)
Cleaning & Preparation (Gentle, Safe, Non-Abrasive)
- Removal of dirt, moss, lichen, mold, and mineral stains
- Gentle cleaning of engravings and ornaments
- Clearing debris and soil around the base
- Addressing early surface erosion and discoloration
Polishing & Protection
- Multi-Insightse brightening of stone surfaces
- Protective treatments to slow future staining
- Gentle cleaning of inscriptions
- Minor cosmetic repair of chips (when safe)
Additional Care
- Light vegetation removal
- Minor stabilization or leveling (when safe and permitted)
Metal Work
(Bronze, Stainless Steel, Plaques)
Cleaning & Restoration
- Safe removal of patina and oxidation
- Gentle brightening of bronze or stainless plaques
- Degreasing and preparation for refinishing
Painting & Protection
- Repainting lettering and decorative elements
- Polishing metal details
- Application of protective lacquer
- Touch-up of faded or darkened areas
Photo, Ceramic & Decorative Elements
- Cleaning of ceramic portraits and frames
- Removal of residue, buildup, and dirt
- Brightening of decorations and borders
- Touch-ups of frames and motifs
- Reapplication of protective coatings
Area & Ground Maintenance
- Clearing soil, leaves, branches, and debris
- Trimming borders and edging
- Light leveling of disturbed ground
- Cleaning vases, benches, and flower areas
- Seasonal adjustments for clean, balanced appearance
- Optional wide-angle photos of the entire plot
Ongoing Care (All Materials)
Our recurring care plans include an initial visit with complete cleaning and restoration, plus:
- 3 scheduled seasonal cleanings per year
- Routine washing and light polishing
- Inspection of lacquer, paint, and stone condition
- Minor repairs or touch-ups when appropriate
- Area cleanup and small decorative refreshes
- Before/after photo report after every visit
- Notifications if weather delays a visit
- Pause or cancel anytime
We Find the Grave — Even With Limited Information
Even if you only know a name and cemetery, we handle the rest using:
- GPS mapping
- Cemetery databases and archives
- Internal records and mapping tools
- Manual on-site verification
If we cannot locate the grave, we refund your payment.
Technology That Ensures Accuracy & Transparency
- GPS-verified location
- Photo documentation
- Secure cloud storage of reports
- Internal mapping and history-matching tools
- Mobile app for updates, tracking, and communication
Mobile App Integration
Every service we perform is fully documented and delivered through the Tending app for iOS & Android.
You get real-time updates, photo-proof reports, and direct messaging with your personal Care Manager — all in one secure place.
Fully Insured Professionals
Every visit is covered by a $2,000,000 liability insurance policy, protecting families, cemetery property, and our caretakers.
Respect for Cemetery Rules
We follow all cemetery guidelines and use only cemetery-approved materials and techniques.