Dear James: My mailbox and post are old, look bad and have been hit a couple of times with bats. Do you have any tips for selecting and installing a new, secure one? — Chad R. Dear Chad: It can be ...

Learn how to build a custom mailbox and properly install a sturdy mailbox post that stands up to the elements. This step-by-step guide covers everything from digging the post hole and setting concrete ...

I bought a house that did not have a mailbox, so it was up to me to install one. There were far more options available than I anticipated, and I wasn’t sure which mailbox I wanted long-term. I knew I ...

There’s a right way and a wrong way to install your mailbox, according to the U.S. Postal Service. Whether you buy your mailbox or build your own (you can see more on that here), U.S. Postal Service ...