How To Install A Post-Mount Modern Mailbox

Installing your post-mount modern mailbox is straightforward and ensures a sturdy, stylish addition to your home. Follow these steps to install it correctly:

What You’ll Need:

• Shovel or post hole digger
• Quick-dry concrete mix
• Water and mixing tool or stick
• Level
• Wrench
• Included hardware (4 carriage bolts, 4 locking washers, 4 locking nuts — provided with your mailbox)

Steps:

1. Dig the Hole
   Choose your desired location for the mailbox post. Using a shovel or post hole digger, dig a hole approximately 12–14 inches deep.
2. Set the Post
   Place the post into the hole so that the mounting bracket is on top of the post, properly oriented to face the street or driveway.
3. Check for Level
   Use a level to make sure the post is standing straight vertically (plumb) in all directions. Adjust as needed before pouring concrete.
4. Fill with Concrete
   Prepare quick-dry concrete according to the package instructions. Pour the mixed concrete into the hole around the post, filling it completely.
5. Allow Concrete to Cure
   Double-check that the post is still level and make any last adjustments. Allow the concrete to cure fully — curing times may vary, but usually a few hours to overnight.
6. Attach the Mailbox
   Once the concrete is cured, place the mailbox onto the post so it rests securely on the mounting bracket. Align the holes in the bottom of the mailbox with the holes in the bracket.
7. Secure with Hardware
   Use the included hardware (4 carriage bolts, 4 locking washers, and 4 locking nuts) to fasten the mailbox to the bracket. Tighten securely with a wrench.
8. Final Check
   Ensure the mailbox is straight, stable, and securely attached to the post.

For more details and additional modern mailbox designs, visit modern-mailbox.com.