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How to Prevent Mail and Package Theft
How to Prevent Mail and Package Theft
A CBU in a HOA area
A Quick Guide to Selecting the Best Mailbox for Your HOA
three parcel lockers in an HOA area
How Upgrading HOA Mailboxes Increases Property Value & Curb Appeal
Secure mailboxes for HOA communities
The Role of Secure Mailboxes in Gated Communities
How to Prevent Mail and Package Theft
October 20, 2025

How to Prevent Mail and Package Theft

If you've experienced a missing delivery or worry about mail security, this guide provides 10 proven, practical steps to prevent mail theft and protect your personal information. At Budget Mailboxes, we've spent years helping homeowners, property managers, and HOA boards solve mail security challenges with solutions that actually work.
USPS Post Master accessing a residential mailbox and a differently able person accessing a ADA Compliant CBU Mailbox
July 23, 2025

What is the Difference Between USPS Compliance and ADA Compliance?

Confused about mailbox compliance requirements? This guide outlines the key differences between USPS regulations for mail delivery and ADA standards for accessibility. Discover when each applies, how to prevent costly installation mistakes, and which products ensure full compliance. Ideal for builders, property managers, and HOAs planning multi-unit or commercial mailbox installations.

Secure mailboxes for HOA communities
June 10, 2025

The Role of Secure Mailboxes in Gated Communities

Discover how secure mailboxes protect gated communities from mail theft, boost property values, and reinforce resident trust. Backed by 20+ years of HOA experience, this guide outlines proven solutions for enhancing mail security and community appeal.

three parcel lockers in an HOA area
June 9, 2025

How Upgrading HOA Mailboxes Increases Property Value & Curb Appeal

Boost property value and community pride with a mailbox upgrade. Discover how HOAs nationwide are improving curb appeal, enhancing mail security, and achieving long-term savings through modern, USPS-approved mailbox systems—backed by insights from 1,600+ real HOA projects.
A CBU in a HOA area
June 6, 2025

A Quick Guide to Selecting the Best Mailbox for Your HOA

Need new mailboxes for your HOA? This quick guide breaks down USPS compliance, security, and cost considerations to help your board choose the right solution—whether it’s cluster boxes, wall-mounted units, or decorative curbside mailboxes. Backed by 20+ years of experience and over 1,600 HOA projects, we make mailbox upgrades easy.
Various USPS-approved mailboxes, including CBUs and parcel lockers, displayed under a blue sky. Part of Budget Mailboxes' builder’s guide on mailbox selection
May 7, 2025

How to Choose the Right Mailbox System for Your Development Project

Learn how to choose the right USPS-approved mailbox system for your development. Explore CBUs, 4C mailboxes, compliance rules, and installation tips.
Builder installing a USPS-approved community mailbox in a suburban neighborhood, wearing safety gear. Part of Budget Mailboxes' guide on compliance and installation
May 6, 2025

USPS Mailboxes: A Builder’s Guide to Compliance

Ensure USPS mailbox compliance with this builder’s guide. Learn about approved mailboxes, installation rules, and how to avoid project delays.
Top Decorative Rural Mailboxes
May 1, 2025

Top Decorative Rural Mailboxes

Top 7 Decorative Rural Mailboxes to Increase County Road Curb Appeal: Whether you live in suburbia or work the land on the family ranch, the farmhouse country style is a popular trend.
USPS Mailbox Key Replacement Cost: What to Expect
April 29, 2025

USPS Mailbox Key Replacement Cost: What to Expect

Need a replacement mailbox key from the USPS? Here are the steps to getting a replacement mailbox key or lock for commercial mailboxes or residential mailboxes.

Free standing CBU and 4C mailbox
March 11, 2025

4C Mailboxes and CBUs - USPS Compliance Guide for Builders and Developers

Planning a new development? Choosing the right mailbox system is key to USPS compliance, mail security, and efficient delivery. This article helps builders compare 4C mailboxes and Cluster Box Units (CBUs) to make an informed decision.
How can I find the keys that shipped with my Cluster Mailbox?
March 3, 2025

How can I find the keys that shipped with my Cluster Mailbox?

"Where are my keys?" is the most common question customers ask after receiving their CBUs. If you received your CBU only to discover that no separate packages containing keys were included with your shipment, don't worry! The keys are inside the CBU. The video below shows you how to locate them.

Whitewall plaque against cotemporary house
February 14, 2025

Top 10 House Number Signs for 2025 – Stylish & Distinct!

Want to make your home look more inviting? Your house number sign isn’t just there to help people find your house—it also adds style to your home’s outside look! In this guide, we’ll show you the 10 best house number signs for 2025, all available at Budget Mailboxes.

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