When it comes to home maintenance, most property owners begin with large projects, like junk removal or power washing. However, one of the most important pieces of home improvement starts before you even enter the premises. Your mailbox is in use almost every day, and as such, sees a great deal of wear and tear over the years. While you may brush off a poorly maintained mailbox as a negligible offense, the reality is that it can fail to meet USPS mailbox regulations and put you at risk of legal backfire. Understanding how and when it needs to be fixed or replaced will help ensure that you receive the mail seamlessly. 

Repair

Whether due to time or the weather, your mailbox can begin to look worse for the wear over a number of years. Snow, rain, or an impact can cause the box to deteriorate, rust, turn, or fall, each of which could be cause for repairs.

If the mailbox has been broken in any way that has altered its position from the street, call your trusted home maintenance expert to patch up the damage or reposition it correctly. If a heavy storm or sudden impact has removed it from its proper position, it’s time to call for repairs. 

Replace

If your mailbox has been damaged to the point that it no longer meets standard size regulations, you’ll need to replace or rebuild it altogether. All post receptacles must be between six and eight inches away from the curb while the slot or door is required to stand between 41 and 45 inches from the road surface to the bottom of the mailbox.

It’s also worth noting that the house numbers on the box itself are required to be at least one inch tall and must be placed on the front of the flag side of the unit. If harsh weather has torn off the numbers, caused the post to sink, fall, or wear down, you’ll need a handyman to install new hardware to ensure it meets the legal specifications.

If you’re not sure whether your mailbox meets national and local regulations in Cincinnati, OH, it’s time you called ABC Services. Fully  insured, this trusted home maintenance service is well-versed in the guidelines that residential mailboxes must meet and can help to make the necessary adjustments. Plus, they are also equipped to help with dryer vent cleaning, power washing, and even drywall repairs. For more help, go online or call (513) 801-4454.