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Box Swaps began with a simple problem that many homeowners face—finding a mailbox that actually lasts, looks good, and doesn’t waste an entire weekend to install.

 

Before starting Box Swaps, I spent years working as a contractor. Long hours, early mornings, and physically demanding work were part of daily life. Like most contractors and homeowners alike, free time was limited, and Sundays were often the only chance to slow down. The last thing I wanted to do on that day was dig a hole, mix concrete, and assemble a mailbox.

 

Yet every time it came time for a mailbox replacement, the options were always the same. Big-box stores like Home Depot offered mostly cheap, plastic, or thin metal mailboxes that faded quickly, rusted, leaned over time, or required regular painting and maintenance. They didn’t look clean, didn’t last, and didn’t feel like a permanent solution for a home.

 

I wanted something better.

 

I wanted a durable mailbox that could handle real weather. I wanted a clean, modern look that improved curb appeal instead of hurting it. I wanted low-maintenance materials—no painting, no staining, no yearly upkeep. I wanted mailbox lighting so it was visible at night and safer for both homeowners and mail carriers. And most importantly, I wanted professional mailbox installation so I didn’t have to give up my limited free time doing it myself.

 

That’s when Box Swaps was born.

 

If I felt this frustration as a contractor—someone who had the tools and experience—then homeowners everywhere were dealing with the same issue. People don’t want to settle for flimsy mailboxes, and they don’t want to spend their weekends digging and assembling something that should be done right the first time.

 

Box Swaps was created to offer a complete mailbox replacement service. We don’t sell random parts. We provide curated mailbox kits that are designed to work together for strength, appearance, and longevity. Each kit includes high-quality materials, a solid wood post protected by a weather-resistant sleeve that requires no painting or staining, and carefully selected hardware built to last.

 

To make the process easy, we include free professional mailbox installation with every kit. Our team removes the old mailbox, installs the new one to postal standards, ensures everything is level and secure, and cleans up before leaving—all in one visit.

 

Today, Box Swaps serves homeowners looking for a local mailbox installation service they can trust. What started as a personal irritation turned into a business built around quality, efficiency, and respect for your time.

 

A mailbox may seem like a small detail, but it’s one you see every day. Box Swaps exists to make sure it’s installed properly, built to last, and looks right in front of your home—without you lifting a shovel.