Do I have to purchase a casket from a funeral home?

Do I have to purchase a casket from a funeral home?

Dan Redmond (Cemetery and Funeral Inspector, California Department of Consumer Affairs ) gives expert video advice on: Do I have to purchase a casket from a funeral home?; What are some guidelines about purchasing a casket?; Do "protective" caskets and sealers prevent a body from decaying? and more...

You don't have to purchase a casket from a funeral home. There are several outlets for caskets - online caskets are sold. Even Costco sells caskets at this point. It's a good thing for you to shop around and see what kind of casket you want. Make sure you get the type of casket that's actually going to serve your needs the best. A funeral home must accept that casket from you. They must allow you to bring a casket in from the outside if that's what you choose to do.