Change Mailbox Lock

Tips for postal customers with centralized mailboxes.

Change mailbox lock.

Fortunately mail recipients can request replacement of the lock as well as a new set of keys for the replacement lock. After years of continuous use mailbox locks may jam up or fail due to rust or internal mechanical issues. Whether you ve lost the key or someone has tampered with the mailbox here s how you can replace the lock. An apartment or condo mailbox lock is made to secure a small mailbox door.

Contact the local post office before erecting moving or replacing mailboxes and supports. The lock will then have to be replaced and a new set of keys issued. It is easy and simple to do. I got hold of the mailman took out my mailbox lock went to ace hardware store 3 blocks away and bought a lock for 9 99 plus tax with great help from the very knowledgeable sales person.

How to replace a mailbox lock. If you are reporting damage to a private mailbox past or present it is suggested to call your local police. Before you go about changing the lock take a look at the usps guidelines for replacing locks. Shopping for a new lock.

If you don t have the key i have a post on my channel showing you how to open mailbox lock without the key. Unless you rent and have a maintenance person on the grounds or you have a contract for maintenance with your condo association you will be responsible for replacing your mailbox lock if it becomes jammed or breaks if you lose the key or if it becomes nonfunctional in some other way. There were many who requested this video due to not having access to t. Your mailbox needs attention.

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