The casket is placed in a clean and dry crypt within the mausoleum, which protects the remains from water and the elements of the earth. Mausoleum entombment is comparable to interment in a lot with an upright monument. In addition, mausoleums provide cemeteries with a way to maximize their limited amount of space by being able to accommodate several entombments. Most modern mausoleums are built according to local building specifications, which includes earthquakes. The structure of a mausoleum is made out of reinforced steel, concrete and other material such as granite.
Crypts vary in size, however common crypt sizes are either single or double.
Depending on the location and style of the crypt, prices vary with the upper level crypts being less expensive than those at eye-level. You will want to discuss your wishes with your loved ones who will be responsible for the scattering. The act of pouring the mortal remains into the sea or onto the ground may be difficult for some people to accept. The scattering of cremated remains in an undesignated or public place poses a potential difficulty for survivors because of the uncertainty and no guarantee that the area will be accessible in years to come. By choosing to have your remains interred or scattered at a cemetery, your loved ones are ensured that they will have a place to go to remember you.