The postal clerk will let you know.
Usps parcel box key not working.
If the package just fits in the locker sometimes it can block the mechanism from turning.
Leave a note for your carrier.
If the box is owned and maintained by the us postal service and is damaged broken then contact your local post office.
If you ve lost or misplaced your mailbox key ask the owner manager or superintendent of your apartment or home for a replacement.
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Leave a note taped to the outside of the box where the carrier will see it.
Our apologies i emailed back with no response.
The postmaster told me the only way they will replace the lock is if i bring a copy of my property deed into the post office during regular business hours.
I file a claim to which i only received we have to assume your package is lost.
Yet there was no key left in my mailbox for me to open the parcel box.
I called explained the situation and was told to file a claim.
The wd in wd 40 stands for water displacement which is exactly what you need if moisture is the problem.
I received an email saying my package was delivered to a parcel box.
It takes about two weeks for lock replacement.
You shouldn t pry open your mailbox because it s against the law and also because our carriers can t deliver mail to unlocked or unsecured boxes.
I called the usps local postmaster to request my mailbox lock be replaced this was suggested by my mail carrier that verified with me my lock is no longer operable.
1 point 3 years ago.
If the regular carrier for some reason keeps the keys in the lockers themselves so he doesn t have to deal with it someone may have mixed up the keys and you could have the wrong one in your box.
The window clerk will put you on a list.
If it s a usps mailbox and your key no longer works you can get a new lock keys installed free of charge.
Meanwhile while you are at your local post office fill out a form for holding the mail.
So try that and it it doesb t solver the problem it could be a mechanical issue with the.