Restoration work for two upright tombstones in Pennsylvania | Before and After
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Restoration work for two upright tombstones

— fall 2025, Pennsylvania

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Douglas Fink — Client from Pennsylvania
Aug 9, 2026
“I needed three tombstones cleaned and restored, so I did some research and found Nationwide Grave Care & Headstone Cleaning. I emailed them to ask about their services and costs, and they quickly replied and even called to discuss the details. Two of the stones were 19 years old, and the third was at least 30 years old, all in need of cleaning and restoration. After reviewing the different options, I chose the one that best fit my budget and timeline. I was very impressed with their workmanship and how quickly the job was done. The stones looked like new, with all the stains and grime gone, and they even sent me before and after photos. I felt it was a great value for the work done and wouldn’t hesitate to use their service again.”
Edward Drosdick — Client from Pennsylvania
July 1, 2026
“I had three cemeteries reviewed and memorials restored and/or cleaned. Service was fast and efficient. Memorials quickly located. I look forward to a visit shortly and quarterly update. Thanks, this has been on my mind for some time.”
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Headstone Cleaning Services Q&A in Wilkes-Barre

Can you clean 1800s Wilkes-Barre marble that feels like it is turning to sugar?

Antique Wilkes-Barre marble crumbles easily under physical pressure. Our experts strictly avoid all friction and scrubbing. We apply specific biological washes approved by preservationists to brighten the stone without losing any delicate carving details.

Do you remove Marcellus Shale fracking dust from Wilkes-Barre gravestones?

Heavy truck traffic from natural gas sites blankets Wilkes-Barre graveyards in fine silica dust. This abrasive particulate hardens onto polished granite. We apply specific wetting agents that break the silica bonds before pressure-washing the surface.

Can you prevent weed whackers from scratching our Wilkes-Barre monument base?

While we cannot reverse physical scratches in the granite, our Wilkes-Barre crews provide deep edging services. We cut the turf back several inches, removing the need for landscapers to run weed trimmers against the stone.

Our flat marker sank into the Wilkes-Barre shale mud. Can you find and lift it?

Unstable Wilkes-Barre shale mud swallows heavy flat markers during the spring thaw. We use steel probes to locate the buried edges. We pry the heavy slab out and reset it on a new crushed rock bed so it stays flush with the turf.

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