Mailbox Brick Repair

If you have chosen to get a brick mailbox, there are certain things you should be prepared for, such as the mailbox getting damaged. Thus, it would be very good to have an understanding of mailbox brick repair before you call a professional.

We would be looking at many things to consider as it concerns repairing brick mailboxes, such as factors that can cause damage and how to go about the rebuilding.

What can cause brick mailbox damage

There are a lot of possible things that can cause mailbox damage, such as

• Weak foundation
• Low-quality materials
• Car accidents
• Unfortunate weather
• Poor craftsmanship

What to do if a localized part of my brick mailbox gets damaged

The first thing you should consider is if the damage is localized to one particular area or generalized. If the damage is in just one area, such as one brick, you can take it out and replace it carefully.

To take out the damaged brick, you may need a little technical know-how. You can use a chisel to take it out or a drill to break it off. After you have broken it off, you can put back a new brick in the broken-off hole. To preserve the aesthetics of the brick mailbox, try and get a brick that is as close as possible to the mailbox in color and texture. Also, do this for the mortar too.

After you have chosen a mortar that is as close as possible to the color of the body of the brick mailbox, you should start mixing the mortar. Do this according to the direction of the package. Next, fill up the sides of the hole with the mortar and then put the brick. When you add the brick back, ensure that there is no hole that is not filled.

Then let it sit, and after a day, it should have set.

What to do if a large part of my brick mailbox gets damaged

If your mailbox totally gets damaged by, for example, a hit-and-run vehicle, these are specific steps you need to take.

First, you check around to see if the vehicle has any parts lying around. If you see a part lying around, pick it up and take it to the nearest police station for investigation.

Now, you will still have to repair the damaged mailbox. You should take a picture of the mailbox and send it to us at Mailbox Repair Man. We will send you a quote.

How much does it cost for mailbox brick repair

Generally, it costs between $500 to $750. If it’s just the mortar that is bad, it could cost a little less, but if the entire mailbox gets destroyed, you will have to rebuild it, which is around $900 to $1800.

Conclusion

When it comes to mailbox brick repairs, there are a lot of things that you ought to consider, such as the extent of the damage and cost.