5517 Vine St, Alexandria, VA, 22310
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
Know Your Rights
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Average in Virginia
$2,495 – $7,848
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,495–$7,848. If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
“The team at Metropolitan Funeral Services is wonderful. The building itself is very humble, tucked away in an industrial area of Alexandria. Don't let this fool you. Everyone I worked with there was on top of everything, working hard to ensure my loved one's remains were transported in a timely manner, and advising me on how to work through all the next steps I needed to figure out. Junior, Sharon, and Karen (the Funeral Director-Manager) were are all fantastic. Thank you to the team at Metropolitan!”
— Richard Walsh
“I am a funeral director in Florida, and Karen was extremely helpful in helping us arrange a burial at The National Memorial Cemetery of Quantico. If you are an out-of-town funeral director looking for assistance with placement at Arlington National Cemetery or The National Memorial Cemetery at Quantico, I highly recommend contacting Karen or one of her colleagues. Karen, thank you for helping us serve our veterans and their families.”
— Suzie Baumann
“In route to Washington DC ARLINGTON nationalCemetery today I learned that a real id was required to enter the gate. I was traveling in the funeral coach with the casketed remains of a World War II veteran . I was at a loss As to what to do since, according to Arlington, there was no exception . lost to no exception … and Metropolitan came to mind. True to form … They answered my call with professionalism, kindness and a can do attitude! Karen and Dennis rerouted me to them and Eric ( real id in hand ) was waiting when I arrived to take the wheel and get us on property and allow BURLINGTONmy family to be served … I will always engage Metropolitan as they are categorically the best !!! Thank you Dennis, Eric and Karen !!’ - JP”
— John Paul Womble
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
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