Friday, June 22, 2018

How To Easily Fix That Leaning Mailbox Post


There’s plenty of reasons your mailbox post may be leaning. It could be due to severe weather, age, or just improper installation. A leaning mailbox decreases curve appeal and is simply a pain to deal with. Luckily, fixing this problem isn’t too tough.

1.      Wedge Materials Next To Post

If you are positive that the post isn’t rotted or broken, you may be able to simply wedge materials such as rocks or sand around the hole of the post to help the post stand straight. This should help to straighten the post.

2.      Remove Leaning Post From Ground

Generally, we recommend removing the post from the ground to look for hidden damage. The problem may be something as simple as the initial hole not being dug deeply enough, but it’s better to check. If the post is packed using concrete, you’ll need to break the surface to get it out.

3.      Assess The Damage

You may need to invest in a new mailbox post if your current one is too damaged. Rotten wood and broken parts need to be replaced; simply burying the damaged mailbox post again will not solve the problem in the long run.

4.      Prepare Mailbox Post Hole

To make sure your mailbox stays standing straight for years to come, you have to ensure the hole you bury the post in is prepared correctly. The hole should be about two feet deep and roughly one foot in diameter. Add a layer of gravel to the bottom of the hole help keep the water damage to your mailbox post minimal.

5.      Place Post Into Ground

Place the post into the ground, using soil to keep the post in place. Make sure the post is level before you begin to pack the hole. Be sure to pack the soil tightly so your mailbox doesn’t move.

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