The Post Box

A lot of people do not realise that when they are looking to upgrade or replace their letter boxes or residential mailboxes that there are certain rules and regulations that must be adhered to.

If your letter box is situated away from your property, then it must have your name and address on it. Try to ensure that your name is at least 1 inch in height, so it is clearly visible.

Ideally, letter boxes should be 41 to 45 inches above the ground or pavement, as this helps the postman with his deliveries and reduce unnecessary back injuries. You can always contact your local post office branch if you are uncertain about the height of your mailbox.

If you have a letter box that is locked, ensure there is an opening or a slot big enough to allow letters and larger packages to be posted through.

If your letter box is attached to the door, then you should refrain from using a letter box with springs. These types of letter boxes are designed to spring shut to avoid the wind or breezes from coming into your home. However, they can be extremely dangerous for the person delivering your mail, as they injure fingers and trap mail, leaving you open to a compensation claim.

If are looking to replace your mailbox, then here at Mailbox Mania we can offer you support and assistance in choosing the letter box that is right for you and your home.

When you move into a new home one of the most important things is to make sure that you have letter boxes for your post to be delivered through. All properties have post delivered to them, be it bills, letters, parcels, papers, catalogues, brochures, leaflets or flyers and it is down to the home owner to make sure that you have secure letter boxes and receive all of your post.

Dependent on your home and its needs dictates the letter boxes that you need to make sure that you get your post. If you have letter boxes through your front door this should be safe, but if you have pets (especially a dog) then you may need to make sure that the post is not eaten before you get to it. There are letter boxes that attach to the slot in the door and it acts as a cage to keep your post secure until you remove it.

If access to your letter boxes is restricted then there are letter boxes that can be attached to the wall or fence on the outside of your building, so that the postman can gain easy access and this makes sure that you post is delivered, no matter what.

There are such large selections of letter boxes that are on the market today and here at Mailbox Mania we have an excellent range of different letter boxes, so that you will be able to find a unit that will meet your home’s postal needs and your budget.