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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
Cluster mailbox units (CBUs) are the secure, efficient, and USPS-approved solution for centralized mail delivery in residential communities. Combining multiple locking mail compartments and integrated parcel lockers in one durable structure, CBUs are ideal for apartments, condominiums, HOAs, and master-planned neighborhoods seeking to streamline delivery, enhance security, and improve curb appeal. Endorsed by the United States Postal Service as the preferred method for new developments, CBUs offer significant cost savings over traditional curbside mailboxes while ensuring compliance with federal guidelines. Whether you’re building from scratch or upgrading existing infrastructure, understanding what CBUs are—and why they’re trusted by communities nationwide—is essential to modern mail system planning.
Learn More About CBUsThe 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?