What are the rules for mailbox placement?
Position your mailbox 41″ to 45″ from the road surface to the bottom of the mailbox or point of mail entry. Place your mailbox 6″ to 8″ back from the curb. If you do not have a raised curb, contact your local postmaster for guidance.
Can the post office tell you where to put your mailbox?
The USPS does not legislate the relocation of residential mailboxes nationally. Rather, they allow local postmasters to decide what is best for their geographic location and mail service. Make a quick trip or call to your local post office first.
How high should a mailbox be off the ground?
45 inches
According to United States Postal regulations proper placement of a mailbox means at least 41 and no more than 45 inches about ground and no part of the mailbox may be closer than 8 inches behind the back of the curb (see illustration).
Should a mailbox post be set in concrete?
Concrete will provide a strong and stable foundation; however, it isn’t required. Once the concrete has dried, additional dirt can then be distributed on top of the concrete and around the mailbox post. If you want to forgo using concrete, another option is to fill the remaining depth of the hole with dirt.
Does your mailbox have to be in a certain place?
Mailboxes must be placed 6 to 8 inches away from the curb; the incoming mail slot or door must be 41 to 45 inches from the ground. Curbside mailbox posts should be buried less than 24 inches deep and made from wood no larger than 4 inches high by 4 inches wide.
Can I put a mailbox in front of my house?
If you have a curbside mailbox or a mailbox on the outside of your house, USPS regulations govern what can and cannot be placed in them. Conversely, USPS regulations do not govern what can be placed in a mail slot on your door. This means that if a local business wants to put a flyer in the mail slot, they can do so.
What side of driveway should mailbox be on?
Mailboxes in the United States of America should be on the right-hand side of the road. This makes it so your mail carrier can drive up to your mailbox and deliver your mail without getting out of their vehicle.
How much concrete do I need to install a mailbox post?
Most mailbox post installations require a 60 lb. bag of dry concrete.
Can I move my mailbox from the street to the house?
Regardless of where you are moving the mailbox 2 inches from its current location, or from the street to the house, you do need to request permission to move the mailbox. Call your local Post Office and speak with a delivery manager.