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An Introduction to the Different Types of Mailboxes
Friday November 26, 2021
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is responsible for delivering mail to over 160 million addresses per year. Some of these addresses consist of homes or apartments, whereas others consist of businesses and commercial properties. Regardless, they all have a mailbox where USPS couriers can drop off mail. There are many different types of mailboxes, however. While you might be familiar with traditional curbside mailboxes, you might be surprised to learn about the alternative mailboxes supported by the USPS.
Does the USPS Allow Wall-Mounted Mailboxes?
Monday November 23, 2020
Mailboxes are an important part of all neighborhoods and residential communities. Without them, residents won't be able to send or receive mail -- at least not without visiting a local post office. If you're developing a neighborhood or residential community, though, you might be wondering whether wall-mounted mailboxes are allowed. The United States Postal Service (USPS) has rules regarding the use of mailboxes, but that doesn't necessarily mean they prohibit the use wall-mounted mailboxes.
Should You Replace or Refurbish Damaged Curbside Mailboxes?
Friday November 20, 2020
When working to improve a residential community, you might be wondering whether to replace or refurbish the damaged curbside mailboxes. Curbside mailboxes can become damaged over time. When exposed to rain, wind and ultraviolet (UV) sunlight, they'll degrade. There's also the possibility of motorists striking them, resulting in even more severe damage. The United Postal Service (USPS) won't deliver mail to damaged curbside mailboxes. Fortunately, you can either replace or refurbish them. Which option should you choose when renovating a residential community?
5 Safety Rules to Follow When Installing Mailboxes Along a Highway
Tuesday October 13, 2020
When installing curbside mailboxes along a highway, you must conscious of whether they pose a risk to residents and motorists. Highways are main roads that connect major U.S. cities. Therefore, they often have a higher legal speed limit than smaller secondary roads. Both the United States Postal Service (USPS) and the U.S. Federal Highway Transportation Authority (FHWA) allow curbside mailboxes to be installed along highways. When doing so, however, you should follow some basic safety rules.
What Are the Testing Requirements for Curbside Mailboxes?
Tuesday October 06, 2020
Since being founded in the early 1970s, the United States Postal Service (USPS) has worked to standardized mailboxes. There are certain rules manufacturers must follow when designing and producing curbside mailboxes, some of which involve testing. Testing is done to ensure that new curbside mailboxes are able to meet the USPS's quality standards. If a new curbside mailbox isn't tested -- or if it fails any of the required test -- the Postmaster General (PMG) won't approve it. What are the testing requirements for curbside mailboxes exactly?