The High Desert Wind Tunnel
Winslow sits on the open plateau. The wind here is famous. It carries fine, abrasive silica sand that hits monuments day and night. It acts like a constant, low-grade sandblaster.
Over a few years, this friction strips the mirror polish off granite, leaving the stone dull and matte. If you are searching for headstone cleaning services near me because the memorial looks "foggy," that is physical erosion. We apply specialized sealants to fill those micro-scratches and restore the depth of color, creating a barrier against the wind.
Freeze-Thaw Cracking
At this elevation, winters are cold. Water gets into hairline cracks during the day and freezes at night. It expands like a wedge. It pops the stone open. Our tombstone repair and restoration service involves inspecting these stress points and sealing them to keep moisture out before the ice does its damage.
Sun Bleached Names
The UV radiation is intense at 4,800 feet. It burns the paint out of lettering. We re-ink the engravings with high-altitude UV-stable pigment. Whether the site is at Desert View or Holbrook, our grave site cleaning services ensure the name stays legible against the glare.
