The first step is to remove your old mailbox. Its post may be set in concrete below the ground. If so, don't just saw off the post. You must dig out the concrete and remove it.

Whether a mailbox is shaped like a fish or encased in brick, homeowners willing to invest several hundred dollars in one are offering passers-by a glimpse of their personality or ...

An East Tennessee widow received a directive from her post office last week, she has to raise the mailbox in front of her house. While that may sound easy, it's not. Her mailbox is made of brick ...

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 ...

Adjust the mailbox’s height as necessary using a tape measure for accuracy. When attached to the post, the bottom of the mailbox needs to be 41 to 45 inches off the road’s surface. Add or ...