The U.S. Postal Service is reminding all to inspect, maintain and make any needed upgrades to their mailboxes to help keep the mail flowing.

Through regular, simple mailbox maintenance, customers can help their carriers ensure mail, packages and special deliveries arrive on time, safely and securely.

“Your mailbox is the gateway to connection, bringing everything from birthday wishes from loved ones to vital documents to your doorstep,” Postmaster General David Steiner said. “A well-maintained mailbox isn’t just about curb appeal; it’s a partnership in efficiency and precision, helping our carriers continue to deliver for you — every day.”

Each year, the USPS encourages homeowners with box-on-post-delivery to examine and, where necessary, improve their mailbox appearance and functionality. Regular maintenance not only helps streamline postal operations, but also enhances the beauty and safety of entire neighborhoods.

Some of the most common fixes homeowners may need to make include:

• Check for and tighten any loose hinges on the door;

• Brighten up a rusty or peeling mailbox with a fresh coat of paint;

• Ensure your mailbox post is secure and upright, and;

• Make sure your house numbers are clear, visible and easy to read.