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Cohesion: The Secret to Designing an Attractive Neighborhood or Community
Friday January 25, 2019
As the country's real estate market continues to rebound from the 2008 bubble, more neighborhoods and residential communities are popping up. From the East Coast to the West, the number of newly constructed homes is steadily increasing -- and this trend isn't expected to change anytime soon. If you've been given the task of developing a new neighborhood or community, though, you should strive for a cohesive design.
The Rise of Cluster Mailbox Units in US Neighborhoods
Thursday January 17, 2019
Cluster mailbox units (CBUs) have been around for more than half-century, with the United States Postal Service (USPS) releasing the first official curbside CBU in 1967. Since then, they've become the preferred mail delivery system for apartments. A typical apartment complex has about 100 to 300 units. Rather than designating a curbside mailbox for each of these units -- or requiring couriers to hand-deliver each tenant's mail to his or her apartment -- just a few CBUs can be used. While CBUs will likely remain the leading mail delivery system for apartments, they are also becoming more popular in neighborhoods.
5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Cluster Mailbox Unit
Friday December 07, 2018
The advent of cluster mailbox units has revolutionized the way in which we send and receive mail. Known as a CBU, the United States Postal Service (USPS) prefers them over curbside mailboxes because they are easier to manage. But if you're planning to invest in a CBU for a residential community or property that you manage, you should consider the five following things.
What Size Curbside Mailbox Do I Need? Things to Consider When Choosing a Size
Monday December 03, 2018
When choosing a curbside mailbox, it's important to consider the size. Curbside mailboxes are available in a variety of sizes, ranging from small to extra-large. So, what size should you get?
What Are Cluster Mailbox Units?
Tuesday October 09, 2018
Used by thousands of apartments, condos, neighborhoods and other residential communities, cluster mailbox units are often preferred over traditional curbside units. They offer a simple, secure and convenient way for residents to check their mail. But unless you're familiar with mailboxes, you might be wondering what exactly a cluster unit is, let alone whether it's right for your residential community.
The Benefits of Choosing an Aluminum Curbside Mailbox
Friday October 05, 2018
Aluminum is often the preferred material used to make mailboxes. From single-dwelling curbside mailboxes to multi-unit mailboxes, this otherwise common metal offers several key benefits. So, if you’re planning to replace your mailbox in the near future, you consider choosing an aluminum model for the following reasons.
Cluster Mailboxes - More than Meets the Eye
Tuesday July 03, 2018
When Benjamin Franklin founded the first post office there was no such thing as a mailbox. Before the 19th century and really the 20th century, mail carriers delivered mail directly to the recipient. So if they were delivering a letter to a person's house they would knock on the front door and wait until someone answered to hand the letters. A study was done and it showed that the average mail carrier lost around 90 minutes a day because of this. Therefore in 1923 the Post Office Department mandated that all households must have a letter slot or mailbox to receive mail. While this worked there was no regulation on mailbox shapes. As America suburbanized more curbside mailboxes popped up.
View ArticleExploring the World of Mailboxes
Tuesday May 08, 2018
Mailboxes have had an interesting history. It wasn't until the early 20th century that mailboxes even existed in the United States. Before that point mail carriers waited at your door until you answered it or came back the next day.
Homeownership and the Dreaded Upkeep!
Tuesday March 06, 2018
Lots of people say they are excited to become homeowners and many dream about the day when they will own a big house. For those of you who already own a house though you are intimately familiar with the reality of homeownership. We all would love to believe that owning a home is nothing but fun and sunshine, however it's not. The required yearly upkeep associated with owning a house is quite a time consuming and can at times be expensive.
Incorporating Your Mailbox
Tuesday March 06, 2018
Welcome to March, the time to be preparing for April because the warm weather will have definitely arrived by then and it will be Lawn & Garden month. While people are always focusing on their flowers and flower beds there is a part of many people's landscapes that unfortunately goes overlooked or which people get stumped by. This common item which exists on many people's properties is the good old mailbox. Many people sadly don't do anything with their mailbox and let it stick out like a sore thumb which takes away from the rest of their landscaping efforts. The reality is there are numerous ways to make your mailbox far more attractive than it is and make it work with the rest of your property so that it isn't an eye-sore.