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Michael was so friendly and installed my letterbox perfectly even though it was pouring with rain! Thank you Michael!!

Install my fence mount letterbox

$100

Excellent tradesman, would highly recommend!

Install a letterbox

$120

Excellent job. Went that extra mile.

Remove broken latch from faceplate of letterbox

$100

Great work and completed an extra task on request.

Letterbox repair

$100

Superb job by Tom.

Letterbox repair

$150

Very professional and prompt. David done a wonderful job and I can’t recommend him enough.

Cement in new Letterbox

$100

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Why hire a letterbox replacement expert through Airtasker?

It’s fast, easy and convenient, so you don’t have to worry about a non-working letterbox causing your mail to pile up on your doorstep, or missing required notices. When you use Airtasker, you can find a local, skilled Tasker to remove your old letterbox and install a new one quickly.

You don’t have to look for a handyman or even a separate carpenter to make adjustments to your letterbox slot; one Tasker can make the adjustments as part of the installation job. All you have to do is post your letterbox job with complete details. Say what you need for your letterbox replacement, your location, budget and how soon you’d like the job done.

Taskers will approach you about the role and give you a free quote. You can view ratings and reviews to help you choose the right Tasker. Once you’ve agreed on the job and its price, they can work on your letterbox replacement, and you’ll release the payment only after they’ve finished. Get this done within a day and use that pink button now!

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Top Letterbox Replacement related questions

Letterbox replacement is an essential and uncommon task that can be difficult to find a handyman or carpenter to do for you. Hiring a Tasker is the fastest and easiest way to find someone skilled enough to do your letterbox replacement. You can choose from several experienced Taskers and get it done within the day, so you can have a new letterbox to receive tomorrow’s mail. You can hire a Tasker from anywhere, with any device that has internet access.

No, there’s no need to provide your hired specialist with any tools or equipment as they should arrive prepared (as requested). Your hired Tasker has the experience, expertise and usually has the specific tools needed to do the job. But, if you have equipment that possibly makes their job go faster or easier, feel free to lend these to them.

The time it takes to do a letterbox replacement will depend on the speed of your Tasker and the complexity of the job. If your letterbox replacement calls for removing the old one then merely bolting on the new one, this can take less than an hour. But if other tasks are needed, like widening the opening, expect the job to take at least two to three hours.

Absolutely. If you offer a letterbox replacement as a service yourself or run a business that does this, you can hire Taskers to assist you. Should you also provide other services that improve the appearance of home-like paving, decking, landscaping or gardening, you can employ Taskers for these as well. Be sure to be clear about what you want from your Taskers to avoid any misunderstanding.

Yes, you can. You only have to find letterboxes designed for PVC doors online or at your local hardware store. There may be slight variations of PVC door letterboxes compared to those for wooden doors, such as the addition of a rubber gasket to ensure a tighter fit. Apart from that minor difference, letterboxes for PVC doors are installed similarly to those for wooden doors.

You can do this as long as it’s only a matter of unscrewing the old letterbox and bolting on the new one. All you need is the appropriate screwdriver and silicone sealant if you wish to weatherproof the new letterbox. But if the installation requires complicated tasks like widening the door aperture, you should consider hiring a specialist to do this if you don’t have the right tools, skills and experience.

The cost of installing letterboxes can range from $70 to $170. Post-mount letterboxes can cost more. Specify the type of letterbox you want to install or replace, so you can get the best offers from Taskers.

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What do letterbox replacement services include?

Letterbox replacement services include whatever tasks that are needed to install a new letterbox in your door. You can hire this service whether the old letterbox is damaged or if you want a new letterbox that is of a different design.

For a complete replacement of the letterbox, this service includes removing the old letterbox, widening the letterbox aperture if needed, installing the new letterbox and applying the sealant to protect it from the elements. If the existing letterbox still works and only the old letterbox flap is defective, you can also request for old letterbox flap replacement instead of having to change the letterbox.

Old letterbox removal

When your letterbox has issues like a non-working or missing flap or a worn draught excluder that no longer keeps the wind out, you can have the old letterbox removed. Your letterbox replacement specialist can deftly detach both the external and internal sections of the old letterbox, taking care not to damage your door. Should your specialist find that the old letterbox is still usable and only needs a mailbox door replacement, they may recommend replacing this part alone.  

Letterbox aperture adjustment

There are many types of letterboxes on the market, and as there is no standard size, you may end up with a new letterbox that is larger or smaller than its door aperture. In case the new letterbox you wish to have installed doesn’t fit, your hired letterbox replacement specialist can make the needed adjustments to fit your door. Your specialist can do some simple carpentry on the letterbox slot to widen or narrow it to the right size.  

Letterbox or mail installation

After removing the old letterbox and making adjustments to the aperture as needed, your specialist can proceed with this type of post box installation. They will follow the installation instructions of the letterbox; this usually involves placing both halves of the letterbox on the appropriate sides of the door opening and bolting them in place with the enclosed screws. 

Letterbox weatherproofing

Your letterbox replacement specialists can do simple weatherproofing on our new letterbox. They can apply clear silicone on the top and sides of the letterbox then leave it to dry. This application of silicone serves as a sealant - it also keeps rainwater or snowmelt to get into the letterbox and your door.

Installing a letter cage

The letter cage is an accessory that stores and keeps your post from piling up on the floor. This also prevents your precious pooch from chewing on them. Your hired specialist can install this behind the letterbox slot as per its installation instructions for an additional fee.

Recent Letterbox Replacement tasks

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Henley Brook WA 6055, Australia

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Description: Hi, I’m looking for someone to install a new black letterbox onto my existing metal front fence. I’ve attached photos of the new letterbox, my existing fence, and an example of how I’d like it installed. The letterbox needs to be securely mounted into the fence, which will require some cutting/modification of the existing metal bars to make it fit neatly. You’ll need to bring your own tools and equipment for cutting and installation, as I don’t have the required tools. I’m looking for a clean and professional finish, with the letterbox sitting straight and securely integrated into the fence, similar to the reference photo. Located in Magill, SA.

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St Kilda SA 5110, Australia

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Repair letterbox . Hinge ripped out if wall, install stronger dyna bolts

Hamish very quick to fix the problem and he did a great job.

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Ryde NSW 2112, Australia

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Install a post mounted letterbox Letterbox, house numbering and post supplied. Will need cement to secure post. Will need bolts(fasteners) to secure letterbox to post. Will need to apply house number to letter box

Hi Maria. I'm a plumbing contractor needing some letterboxing done.

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Mount Lawley WA 6050, Australia

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I'm open to negotiation. Residential letterboxing of a folded A5 flyer and a 50mm x 50mm fridge magnet in each household letterbox.

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Hi, I have a letterbox where the base/post is still securely fixed in the ground, but the letterbox itself has become detached from the base. I think the screws or fixings have loosened or come out, causing the letterbox to separate from the base. I’ve attached photos showing the issue.

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Hi We have a letterbox pillar which is in one side of the entrance and needs moving to other side. Letterbox is bricked with rendered and painted. Move from left to right

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Loganlea QLD 4131, Australia

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I have a new letterbox i need attached to wall. All screws and pieces available per photo; need a skilled trade with a hammer drill to do a quick and clean job. Want to affix letterbox below intercom

Peter is great- will use him again!

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Bli Bli QLD 4560, Australia

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Please concrete a small paver or slab and install a pillar letterbox. Idealy slightly elevated from grass to prevent whippersnipper clipping it. Letterbox is the nest parcel letterbox from dagood online. Please also remove old letterbox which is one of those prefab 'rendered look' letterbox that came with the house and disposal. Thankyou

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Install Milkcan Palazzo A4 Fence Letterbox (Metal/Colorbond Fence)

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Looking for a handy person to install a Milkcan Palazzo A4 Fence Letterbox into a metal/Colorbond fence. Job Details: Cut Fence: Neatly cut a rectangular opening in the metal fence panel to fit the back box (approx. 355mm W x 165mm H). Mounting: Insert the back box from the front, secure it to the fence structure, and attach the front faceplate. Tools Required: Must bring appropriate tools for cutting metal fence sheet (e.g., angle grinder, nibbler, or jigsaw with metal blade) and power tools for mounting. Materials: Letterbox and mounting hardware provided. Please let me know your experience with fence cutting/installations when making an offer. Flexible with time and date.

Thanks Jack for doing such a great job!

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Looking for an experienced handyman to install a Milkcan Austin 2 freestanding letterbox at my home in Drewvale. The job includes: * Dig a small hole and prepare a level concrete footing/base. * Install and level the letterbox. * Secure the letterbox to the concrete using the supplied fixings. * Ensure the installation is solid, straight, and ready for use. I already have the Milkcan Austin 2 letterbox. Please let me know if you can supply the concrete/materials, or if you’d like me to provide them. Please bring your own tools (including a hammer drill, masonry drill bit, and spirit level if required). When applying, please include: * Your quote * Your availability * Photos of similar letterbox or concreting work (if available) Thanks!

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Augustine Heights QLD, Australia

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I'm looking for an experienced renderer to apply the final smooth coat of cement render to a letterbox prior to painting. Job details: Letterbox size: 2.0m long × 0.75m high Total render area: approximately 3.8m² Two base coats have already been completed – only the final smooth finish coat is required. Finish needs to be flat, smooth, and ready for primer and paint. You will need to: Supply all tools and equipment. Supply the appropriate fine render/finishing mix. Have proven experience achieving a high-quality smooth render finish. Please let me know about your rendering experience and, if possible, include photos of similar work you've completed.

Jake did an outstanding job rendering our mailbox. The finish is smooth, professional, and completed with great attention to detail. He was punctual, friendly, easy to communicate with, and left the area clean and tidy. The result exceeded my expectations, and I couldn't be happier. I highly recommend Jake to anyone looking for a skilled renderer and would gladly hire him again.

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Need to have the letterbox removed (level with bricks next to it) so a new front fence can be installed. Thanks

Jamie made the job exceptionally easy, had an eye for detail, and was happy to answer questions along the way. Will definitely ask him back for any future work we have. Highly recommend!

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Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

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Remove & Reinstall Lockbox (2 Visits Required) I'm looking for someone handy to complete a small two-part job as my apartment building is replacing all of the letterboxes. Visit 1 – Wednesday (any time): Remove the existing lockbox from my current letterbox. The lockbox is screwed into the inside of the letterbox (see attached photo). Visit 2 – Thursday Evening: Return once the new letterboxes have been installed. Drill and securely install the same lockbox inside the new metal letterbox. You will need to bring your own drill and suitable drill bits for metal, along with any tools required. Please add a comment that you are able to complete the job on these specified days.

Best airtasker experience. Great communication and got job finished early. Thanks!

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Hi looking for someone to fix our new letter box to the ground. Fix it in to the ground so it stays strong and doesn’t fall for heavy wind/rain

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