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Direct Cremation LA

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Direct Cremation LA is an independent cremation provider serving Los Angeles County. The company offers a flat-rate direct cremation service priced at $1,195, which includes transportation, permit filing, refrigeration, private cremation, and ash return via local delivery or in-state mail. The firm emphasizes transparent pricing with no hidden fees or upsells, staffed by local counselors available 24/7.

Direct Cremation LA, LakewoodPhoto: Direct Cremation LA
Direct Cremation LA, LakewoodPhoto: Direct Cremation LA
Starting price
$1,195

About Direct Cremation LA

Direct Cremation LA was founded to serve Los Angeles families seeking an alternative to traditional funeral industry practices. The company is locally run by a small team (not corporate-owned) and operates 24/7. It provides direct cremation with a single, complete price of $1,195 that covers all core services—transportation with no mileage fees, legal permit filing, secure refrigeration, the cremation itself, a durable urn with velvet bag, and ash return via local delivery or in-state mail. The firm's approach emphasizes transparency: no hidden fees, no required add-ons, and optional services clearly priced and never pushed.

Direct Cremation LA prices

Price list published

Service prices
Direct Cremation$1,195
Plan Ahead Prepaid Cremation$1,495

Prices are estimates and change. Providers must give you an itemized price list under the FTC Funeral Rule — always confirm directly.

Direct Cremation LA packages

Direct Cremation

$1,195
  • Transportation into care
  • Death certificate and permit filing
  • Secure refrigeration
  • Private cremation
  • Durable urn with velvet bag
  • Local delivery of ashes or in-state priority mail
  • 24/7 counselor and care team support

Complete flat rate; no add-ons required. Out-of-state mailing carries additional charge. Optional services (e.g., extra death certificates, witness cremation) available separately at stated prices.

Plan Ahead Prepaid Cremation

$1,495
  • Price lock-in at today's rate
  • Written agreement of wishes
  • Pre-need trust account (California-regulated)
  • Coverage across U.S.
  • Cancellable and refundable per California law
  • Transferable to another provider per California law

$300 difference from at-need price covers trust administration, price guarantee, and price lock-in. Nothing is binding until written agreement is reviewed and signed. Specific cancellation and refund terms follow California law and are provided in writing.

Packages and prices are as published by the provider and can change — always confirm the itemized list directly.

Services offered

  • Funeral homes

Who you’ll work with

  • Lawrence

    Counselor / Primary Contact

    Mentioned in testimonials as compassionate, professional, and personally involved in arrangement coordination. Described as genuinely caring and available to handle arrangements and provide step-by-step guidance.

  • Lynn

    Counselor

    Available for late-evening calls; described as kind and compassionate.

  • Argyle

    Support Staff / Coordinator

    Mentioned in testimonials for keeping families updated throughout the cremation process.

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

  • Direct cremation without funeral service

Where is Direct Cremation LA?

Lakewood, CA

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Hours

Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours

Direct Cremation LA reviews

Updated July 2026
5.0
5.0
19 reviews
Rating from Google · updated July 2026

5.0 from 19 reviews on google

What funeral homes prices usually include

General context, not specific to Direct Cremation LA: a typical funeral homes price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.

Included

  • The funeral home's basic services and staff fee
  • Transfer of the deceased into their care
  • Coordination of permits and paperwork
  • Use of facilities for a viewing or service
  • An itemized price list, required by the FTC Funeral Rule

Usually extra

  • A casket, urn, or burial vault
  • A cemetery plot or cremation fee
  • Flowers, catering, and obituary notices
  • Certified copies of the death certificate

Frequently asked questions

What exactly is direct cremation?

A simple, dignified cremation without a formal funeral service beforehand. We take your loved one into our care, handle all paperwork and permits, carry out the cremation privately, and return the ashes to you — all for one complete price.

What's included in the $1,195?

Transportation into our care, all required legal documents and permit filing, secure refrigeration, the private cremation, return of the ashes, and 24/7 counselor support. No hidden fees.

Are there any hidden fees?

No hidden fees. The only things beyond the $1,195 are entirely your choice: extra certified death-certificate copies (county, nominal fee) and clearly-priced optional services like witness cremation — never required.

How quickly can we start?

Immediately. We're available 24/7 — call (213) 818-7115 any hour and a counselor will guide you through the first steps.

If I move after planning ahead, what happens to my plan?

Your plan travels with you. We can either coordinate fulfillment with a partner provider in your new location, or you can transfer your plan to another provider under California pre-need law. Full terms are spelled out in your written agreement.

Can I cancel my pre-need plan?

Yes. California law gives you cancellation and refund rights on pre-need cremation agreements. Specific terms — including any administrative or cancellation fee — are explained in writing before you sign. Nothing is locked in based on what you submit through this form.

Where are pre-need funds held?

Pre-need funds for California cremation arrangements are held in a state-regulated trust account, separate from our operating funds. Your contract will identify the trust, your account number, and your refund/cancellation rights.

Why is the Plan Ahead price $1,495 instead of $1,195?

The $300 difference covers the cost of holding your funds in trust over time, plus the administration of your written agreement and updates over the years. It also includes a price guarantee — even if our at-need price rises in the future, your plan price is locked at today's rate.

Is submitting a planning form binding?

No. Submitting this form starts a conversation. Nothing is binding until you've received the written agreement, had time to review it, and signed it. California law requires written disclosure of all terms before any contract is binding.

How much does direct cremation cost at Direct Cremation LA?

Direct Cremation LA lists direct cremation at $1,195. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

How much does plan ahead prepaid cremation cost at Direct Cremation LA?

Direct Cremation LA lists plan ahead prepaid cremation at $1,495. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

What services does Direct Cremation LA offer?

Direct Cremation LA offers funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

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