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Direct Cremation
Crematory · Los Angeles, CA
Direct Cremation LA is an independent, locally-operated cremation provider serving Los Angeles County with a flat-rate direct cremation service for $1,195, including transportation, permits, cremation, and ashes return. The provider emphasizes transparent pricing with no hidden fees or upsells, 24/7 availability, and in-house counselor support.
Direct Cremation LA was founded to challenge industry practices of hidden fees and high-pressure sales. The provider is a small, locally-run team based in Los Angeles County, offering direct cremation with one complete price ($1,195) that includes around-the-clock transportation with no mileage fees, permit filing, secure refrigeration, private cremation, a durable urn with velvet bag, and local delivery or in-state mail of ashes. Available 24/7 with counselor support, the provider serves families planning ahead or in immediate need across Los Angeles County.
Price list published
| Direct Cremation | $1,195 |
|---|---|
| Plan Ahead / Pre-Need Cremation | $1,495 |
At $1,195, this sits within the typical national range of $1,000–$3,000 for direct cremation.
Prices are estimates and change. Providers must give you an itemized price list under the FTC Funeral Rule — always confirm directly.
Complete direct cremation with no add-ons or hidden fees. Out-of-state mailing carries an additional charge.
Pre-need arrangement allowing families to lock in the $1,195 cremation price now for $1,495. Cancellable and refundable under California law; specific terms provided in writing before signing.
Packages and prices are as published by the provider and can change — always confirm the itemized list directly.
Lawrence
Counselor / Owner / Primary Contact
Lawrence is named repeatedly in testimonials as the primary counselor who handles arrangements with compassion and professionalism. Families note his responsiveness and genuine care, including working across multiple family arrangements and coordinating with hospice facilities.
Argyle
Care Team Member
Mentioned in testimonials as keeping families updated throughout the cremation process.
Lynn
Counselor / Evening/Weekend Support
Described in testimonials as kind and compassionate, available for calls on Saturday nights.
Specialties
131 W Green St Suite A, Los Angeles, CA
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General context, not specific to Direct Cremation LA: a typical cremation price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.
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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.
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.
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.
Immediately. We're available 24/7 — call (213) 818-7115 any hour and a counselor will guide you through the first steps.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Direct Cremation LA lists plan ahead / pre-need 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.
Direct Cremation LA offers cremation and prepaid, and is a crematory. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.
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