*** If your pet passes away, place it in the freezer first! This is important, especially for large bodied insects like tarantulas, mantises, and scorpions.
Custom preservation is charged hourly at $95/hour plus supplies. The utmost care is taken during these projects, but final quality depends on the condition that the specimen is received. Spiders, mantises, scorpions require gutting and stuffing. Some spiders are too small for stuffing but care is taken when preserving and displaying the abdomen. Customer chooses the final display and any adornments to the piece.
Turn around time ranges 3 to 6 weeks. Larger insects usually range $100-$250 for the finished piece. Smaller insects such as beetles, jumpers, range $60-$100 for the finished piece. In the case of the final piece being less than the deposit, a refund will be issued. The remaining payment is due before the final piece is picked up/shipped. Pictures will be provided to the customer.
Drop off and pick up are prefered when possible. Once paid, I can arrange a prepaid shipping label for you and instructions for packaging and mailing.
By paying this deposit, you agree to the terms above.