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What is a burial vault?

April 26, 2017burial Vault

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What is a burial vault?

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It is an outer enclosure (made of concrete, steel, fiberglass, etc.) into which the casketed remains are placed. Cemeteries may require the use of some type of outside enclosure to reduce the possibility of a grave cave-in.

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A burial vault is a concrete enclosure in which the casket is placed at the cemetery at the time of burial. This allows the human remains to return to its natural state without environmental intervention. Individual cemeteries have by-laws concerning the use of burial vaults. While some insist on them, others merely recommend their use. Some cemeteries charge a penalty for not using a vault, but these requirements are not consistent and vary from cemetery to cemetery. For information on individual cemeteries please consult your funeral services professional.