You can replace your mailbox yourself, but it is best to consult with your local post office before doing so. There are certain specifications that your mailbox must meet in order to be compliant with the postal regulations.
No, the flag on your mailbox does not have to be red.
You can use a product like Post Buddy to stabilize your mailbox post without concrete. This product is easy to use and doesn't require any special tools or equipment. Simply drive the Post Buddy stakes into the ground next to your mailbox post, and then attach the Post Buddy brackets to the post. The Post Buddy system will securely hold your mailbox post in place, and will allow you to remove the post easily if you need to.
4.5/5
Brick, stucco, stone, wood, metal or plastic mailbox? Universal Mailbox Flag attaches to them all!
"Finger Grab" protects fingers while raising & lowering the flag.
Stands up to both Hot & Cold climates. Resists fading due to sunlight.
Requires 5/32" masonry rated bit, 3/16 metal rated bit or 5/32" rated wood bit.
MADE IN THE USA!
$234
This was purchased for our brand-new brick mailbox. Everything arrived in a kit, and installation was quite simple. The fact that everything is plastic but the screws is the only reason I did not give it a 5-star rating. With this plastic flag/flag assembly, a metal mailbox, and a fantastic brick case, we have a complete display. It has a relatively straightforward construction with only a small protuberance at the flag's proximal end (also known as the hinge-end), where it hooks onto a comparable object in the mechanism. I'm not sure how long this will survive because all the pieces are made of plastic. Since this has a simple mechanism and is made of plastic, I honestly expect to replace it in a few years.I sincerely hope I'm wrong, but history has led me to believe otherwise.
4.3/5
Kit Includes: 1 - Finger Handle / 1 - Latch / 2 - Mounting Brackets ~ Will not work with a metal latch
A snug tight fit, keeps your mailbox door up and secure ~ No more doors falling open
Brand New Mailbox Plastic Latch Set Kit for Standard Mailbox
Fits most metal mailboxes ( Must have 2 holes for door latch and top latch) ~ The latch posts on door and top measure approximately 7/8" apart on center to center.
Easy Installation, no tools required ~ No Mounting Hardware Needed
$234
My 27-year-old ordinary metal mailbox is snugly housed in a huge masonry pillar. I therefore cannot replace the entire mailbox. These kit's two components have been missing for a long time. I realized the broken "snap-in" piece was still inside and thought it would be simple to install if I could only locate it. I went looking for this kit. Installation is ridiculously simple. Except for the fact that it makes it simpler for the mail carrier to use than having to hold the edge of the door itself, I doubt anyone has noticed that it is black on a black mailbox. According to my prediction, it will likely last for years, but not another 27.
4.3/5
Compatible with 4×4 wooden posts
Protected with an ultraviolet inhibitor to extend performance
Designed for the Gibraltar Mailboxes Patriot Mailbox line
Made from rust-proof plastic
$234
When I received it, I fastened it directly to the bare top of the 4x4 post that my previous mailbox had been naively screwed to before snapping the new mailbox onto it.This mounting bracket is a very good addition. It has a lot of strategically placed screw holes that are easy to access (as they are not within or behind a mailbox) and made of robust Rubbermaid plastic. I anticipate it to be strong, resilient, and specifically created to precisely fit the complementary line of mailboxes. The pins seem to have been made with that in mind; if someone ever decided to attack my mailbox with a baseball bat (or equivalent), I expect the Rubbermaid mailbox to survive and then to snap back on this bracket without a problem. (If it ever occurs, I'll update this review and let you know the outcomes.)
4.3/5
Easy Snap-In Replacement
No more Saws, Crowbars, Chisels or Glues
Fits USPS Standard Mailboxes measuring approx 8"(W) x 10"(H)
No Expensive Contractors
3 Easy Steps
$234
Instead of having to purchase and install a new mailbox, I am very happy that I was able to find this alternative. My mailbox's door had rusted at the hinges and deformed the holes, making it difficult for me to fix it with the materials I had. I used the palm of my hand to insert the replacement. Surprisingly, the replacement slid neatly into place and did not interfere with the flag, contrary to my initial concern that there might have been a problem with the flag getting in the way. This is a fantastic way to fix a damaged mailbox, and I hope more people will consider looking for a replacement rather than buying a completely new mailbox as well.
4.2/5
Made of 10-gauge electrogalvanized welded steel
Mail Boss mailbox and Post not included. Accommodates 1/4 inch fasteners, securing to a variety of mounting surfaces
Features durable powder-coated finish
Used with Surface Mount Post for mounting onto a 4-8" curb or sidewalk
Includes necessary hardware & clear instructions
$234
These were almost perfect, and I created this arch as a surprise for my friends' bride on their wedding day. Although they were *almost* ideal and he specifically did not want angled cross supports at the top, I was concerned that the bases encircling the heavy-ass arch wouldn't be wide enough to hold it. A 4x4 post WILL NOT fit without some chiseling on all sides and also allowing for those strange nubby things in the inside, which are only on three sides, but after they fit I used wood screws to secure the posts.I can't say how sturdy the arch is if it were inadvertently hit because no one was walking underneath it, but it was built using two 6' tall, 4x4 posts, a front beam that is 2'8" wide by 6' long, and a 1" thick top. A local lumberyard provided the fir with noticeable vertical grain, and it was stained with Varathane shade Kona.
4/5
No more Saws, Crowbars, Chisels or Glues
Fits USPS Standard Mailboxes measuring approx 6 1/4
No Expensive Contractors
3 Easy Steps
Easy Snap-In Replacement
$234
We have a brick mailbox enclosure, and one of the rivets on the entrance to the mailbox fell off. As a result, the remaining hinge was bent every time we or the mailman opened the package. The side was bent beyond repair before I had an opportunity to pop-rivet it back together. I didn't know what I would do. I considered trying to cut the old box out (which would be very challenging), or maybe I'd go to Home Depot and buy a new box, take the door off, and try to attach it to my old box.I looked up "brick mailbox repair" on Google and discovered that the issue is rather typical. In fact, it's so typical that a business creates repair kits like this one! It costs more than a brand-new box but is far superior. It's a nice door kit. It merely requires aligning things the way you want them and giving it a solid push and tap with the heel of your hand to install this door after removing the previous one (which is the difficult part). It appears to have always been there.It might disintegrate after a few uses, but I don't believe that will happen. I am very appreciative that someone thought of this and carried it through because it works so well.
3.8/5
Made from plastic materials guaranteed not to rust
Fits most USPS approved mailboxes
Stylish red color complements any mailbox and stands out to alert carriers
Flag accessory can be used to replace worn or damaged mailbox flags
Easy to assemble and install
$234
We bought this since the new flags at our neighborhood hardware store were sold out, and I needed it replaced as soon as possible because I normally have outgoing mail. Although it doesn't, the ad claims that it does come with everything needed to replace the flag. It's strange that you still need to buy a nut and a screw separately when a replacement kit should include everything you need to replace it. Even though it's not a big deal, I wish I had known so I could have bought the necessary supplies at the hardware shop so we wouldn't have to go back there to mend our flag.However, overall, it does seem to be well made and will be sufficient for our requirements. Additionally, the cost was reasonable given what was received.
3.8/5
Universal Function - Attaches easily to most mailboxes!
Durable Powder Coated Finish
Proudly Made in the USA
Includes Mounting Hardware and Instructions
Rugged Steel Construction
$234
It appears that my mail carrier enjoys this as well because she now picks up outgoing mail first;-)both a bright red flag and strong, sturdy steel. After one month, it still appears to be sturdy.I had to drill out the tiny mounting holes and use different hardware to place to a brick mailbox since, as others have mentioned, they are small. After drilling, I also sprayed on Rustoleum in the hopes that it would prevent rust; we'll see in a few years.For mounting to brick or mortar, you absolutely need a hammer drill and masonry bits (at the very least, an AC drill). For two small, tiny holes, I assumed a titanium bit and a fully charged drill would likely work, but no.Additionally, you'll need some spacers at the top hole to put this vertical if your brick mailbox has a circular top.
3.7/5
Rotating mailbox mount releases when snowplows push excessive amounts of snow
360 degree rotation allows for safe mail retrieval on any side
Stainless Steel components
4 Position Pressure Release Points (PRP) with 360 degree rotation
Esthetic mechanical design provides rotation capability without changing your current mailbox post
$234
Need to fill the space between the bottom of the mailbox and the mount so that mailbox holes align with the mount's opening (this was a pain in the butt). Installation, on the whole, went fairly easily. Mailbox is conveniently accessible, and it appears to be strong; time will tell.
3.6/5
Easy-To-Follow instructions included
All mounting hardware included
Durable polypropylene material is sturdy and rust-proof
Bracket can be adapted to install any Gibraltar Post-Mount Mailbox onto any existing 4x4 Post
$234
Overall, this fits the high capacity Gibralter 8.7" mailbox, which is helpful information in and of itself because Amazon offers no other details, no "frequently purchased with" list, and even a search doesn't turn up this mounting plate. I had to browse through all the reviews and inquiries until a representative from Gibralter responded to the query before using the item number to locate it. In spite of this, the way it works is that it comes with four plastic extenders that you can remove off the mounting plate and insert into the holes before screwing them in to make the width 8.7". The spacers are rather simple to fit into the slots on the bracket, but it is quite challenging to screw them in because the nuts that come with the screws are tiny, and you are working in a very tight place under the mailbox that you can't even really see but have to feel. I mistakenly believed that inserting the screw from the inside would make it simpler to attach the nuts from the outside, where there is more room and visibility, but this is not the case because the screws are too long to fit through the holes from below. Screwing in those little nuts essentially by feel is a pain in the you know what (wrong angle), so. One last piece of advice: Don't make the same mistake I did and check your current mounting plate before you buy this. When I removed my old mailbox, I discovered that the mounting plate I already had was this model and still had the spacers embedded in it, so I really didn't need to buy this. I apologize for the lengthy review, but hopefully it will help you avoid some of the suffering I had to endure. I don't see why they don't just sell a mounting plate that is 8.7" broad. however, Gibralter's staff members are quite helpful.
Lowes charges $59.99 to install a mailbox. This includes the cost of the mailbox, installation, and a one-year warranty.
A mailbox post should be set in concrete for stability and to prevent vandalism. Mailboxes are often knocked over by snow plows or by people driving by, so a solid foundation is important. Vandals may also try to pull up the post or push it over, so a concrete base will deter them.
There is no definitive answer to the question of what color mailbox is best. It depends on personal preference and the overall look of the home. Some people prefer a neutral color such as black or white, while others prefer a more eye-catching color such as red or blue. Ultimately, it is up to the homeowner to decide what color mailbox is best for their home.
If your mailbox is broken, you can either repair it or replace it. To repair it, you will need to either fix the broken parts or replace them. To replace it, you will need to buy a new mailbox.
Finding a rock in your mailbox can mean a few different things. If you live in a rural area, it might be a way for your neighbor to say hello. In some cultures, a rock in your mailbox can be considered good luck. It might also be a sign that someone is thinking of you and wants to make sure you're doing well.
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