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Mailbox Refurbishment: How to Revitalize Your Curbside Mailbox
Wednesday November 28, 2018
If the exterior of your community's curbside mailboxes are showing signs of chipping or flaking off, perhaps it's time to consider a refurbishment. Replacing your old, worn mailbox is always an option, but there are alternative to get a little more use out of your mailbox systems.
5 Benefits of Wayfinding Signage for Your Residential Community
Friday November 16, 2018
When developing a residential community, it's important that high-quality wayfinding signage is used. From small rural neighborhoods to densely populated metropolitan neighborhoods, the right wayfinding signage can improve a residential community in several ways.
The Dos and Don'ts of Installing a Curbside Mailbox
Friday November 09, 2018
Are you planning to install one or more curbside mailbox systems? Although a mailbox essential to connecting residential households with the outside world, the United States Postal Service (USPS) isn't responsible for installing or maintaining curbside mailboxes for residents, so this is something that you'll need to do yourself. Here are a few dos and don'ts to follow when installing a curbside mailbox.
Looking Back at the History of Mailboxes
Friday November 02, 2018
Also known as a letterbox, mailboxes play an important role in keeping citizens and businesses connected. Even before the advent of the modern mail delivery service, there were couriers would would hand-deliver written messages and packages. As the need for mail increased, it eventually led to the formation of the United States Postal Service (USPS) and the modern mailbox. However, there's a long, rich history behind mailboxes that often goes unnoticed.
How Decorative Street Signs Can Enhance Your Community
Monday October 15, 2018
If you're faced with the task of maintaining the aesthetic of your community, don't underestimate the value of decorative street signs. From stop signs and speed limit signs to street name signs and community message boards, decorative signage can be the perfect addition to your community. They inject a new visual style into the community that's simply not achieved with generic signs. So, why exactly should you use decorative signs in your community?
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.
4 Signs It's Time to Upgrade Your Community's Mailboxes
Wednesday October 03, 2018
A mailbox is more than just a drop-off location for you and your family’s mail; it’s an essential element of your home’s curb appeal. It adds new color and designs that compliment your home’s exterior as well as its landscape. Over time, however, mailboxes will degrade and need replacing. So, how do you know when it’s time to upgrade your mailbox?
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 Article4 Low-Cost Ways to Upgrade Your Curb Appeal
Thursday May 17, 2018Does your home lack curb appeal? If you're putting your home on the market, beautiful curb appeal will make a good first impression on buyers and may even help increase the value of your home. But, even if you aren't looking to sell, curb appeal will create a warm, inviting environment and make your house stand out from all the others on the block.
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