Holiday Shipping Deadlines 2022

November 9, 2022

For most people, winter holidays are more like holiday shipping seasons. As 2022's holiday shopping season approaches, it’s important to know when you need to ship your gifts so that they arrive on time.

Most carriers, such as UPS, USPS, and FedEx, experience high volumes during such times, affecting package delivery times. As such, it is advisable to plan ahead and prioritize any package you intend to send.

How to Ship Your Plants

September 28, 2022

The growth and safety of your plants is incredibly important, especially if you're planning to ship your plants. Whether you're relocating, want to send a gift to a friend, or simply need to ship some of your plants, we've got the expertise to safely and efficiently do so at PostalAnnex.

Custom and Specialty Packing at PostalAnnex

June 29, 2022

In the internet age, any business —including home business owners — will most likely need shipping services. There is a lot to consider when shipping items: safe packing, speed of delivery, and multiple shipping carriers. 

As a business owner or just someone trying to ship a valuable item, it's imperative that you find a shipping solution that is both reliable and cost-efficient. PostalAnnex can help. We are a one-stop-shop you can rely on for packing and shipping services for fragile and valuable items. 

5 Tips for Shipping Holiday Gifts

November 9, 2021

Holiday season is upon us, which means family gatherings, office parties, and constantly checking your email for status updates on your most recent shipments. According to the U.S. Postal Service, nearly 15 billion pieces of mail and more than 900 million packages were delivered between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day in 2019. With that kind of volume, it’s important that you take extra precautions to make sure the gift you’re shipping arrives on time and without damage. Here are five quick tips for shipping holiday gifts.

 

Best Types of Packing Supplies

September 16, 2021

While the wrapping paper and bows get all of the attention of gift-giving season, it’s the packaging supplies that deserve the oohs and aahs. The boxes, bubble packaging, and tape -- the supplies that do all of the dirty work, keeping your gifts secure and in one piece. So before you get distracted by the bold colors and pretty prints, think about which types of packaging supplies you’ll need before putting on the final touches. Here’s a quick list to get you started.

How PostalAnnex Helps in the Work From Home Era

August 16, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly shifted the way people work as workers opted to take on their duties from the safety of their homes. As COVID cases decreased in the spring, some employees returned to the office. But many others chose to stay home, making a full transition to a work-from-home environment. As workers adjust to their new setup, they’re likely to find a few holes in their process or equipment. Finding a quick and reliable professional services partner is a great way to fill in those gaps, so you don’t miss a beat. Here are a few ways PostalAnnex can help.

Does DHL Ship on Sundays?

July 26, 2021

No, DHL does not ship on Sundays in the United States. DHL also does not ship on Saturdays in the U.S. It does, however, ship on Saturdays and Sundays in several countries around the world, including many countries in Asia. Generally, if a country treats Saturdays and/or Sundays as working days, DHL shipping services are offered.

DHL does offer emergency services on Sundays in the U.S., but those services are extremely limited and come with expensive fees.

Where to Print Shipping Labels

July 20, 2021

Whether you’re returning a gift or running an ecommerce business, the ability to print a shipping label is an integral step of the shipping process. Let’s take a step back and examine the ins and outs of shipping labels, including where to print shipping labels if you don’t have access to a printer.

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