FAQ

This is the place where you can find most of what you need to know about using Metro Mailbox INC of Detroit Owning a US mailbox streamlines many tasks, yet understanding the operational details is essential. Here’s a breakdown of the process, covering notifications, pickup schedules, shipping and warehousing, pricing, insurance, and dispatching.

General Questions

To begin, register for a complimentary account via the “sign up now” link located on our website’s home page (bottom right-hand corner). Next, proceed to shop online from any retailer, providing your name or customer number along with our address as your designated shipping address. Or by visiting our location and open account in person.
Metro Mailbox’s INC of Detroit Customer Portal is an exclusive database designed for customer interaction, accessible at www.metromailbox.us . We encourage all customers to explore the portal’s user-friendly features, granting access to notifications, ongoing shipments, and previous packages, all conveniently identified through tracking numbers.
Kindly refrain from creating a new account. Instead, reach out to our office via phone at 1(313)567-2550 or email us at info@metromailbox.us . We’ll assist you in regaining access to your existing account
No, unless your package demands special handling or exceeds 100 lbs. (refer to the overweight parcel section for packages surpassing 100 lbs.). In case of special handling requirements, please email us at info@metromailbox.us . to notify us.

Shipping and Return

Certainly, provided the item has a pre-paid shipping label.

Typically, the return item will be shipped out the day following your drop-off. However, an exception applies to DHL packages, as DHL does not make daily visits to our office.

Regrettably, no. We lack the necessary equipment to generate postage for returns. Nevertheless, there are post offices in our area equipped to assist with such requests. (soon will have this service in place).

Arrival Notification for Parcels

You will receive an email notification once our staff processes your parcels, using the information you provided during your sign-up with us.

Certainly. To authorize someone else for the pick-up, furnish them with your customer number/Parcel ID number and/or tracking number. Additionally, provide a copy of the receipt for customs clearance confirmation.

No, Metro Mailbox INC of Detroit does not require you to show receipts. However, it is advisable to have the receipts on hand for customs officers at the border if needed.

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No, immediate pick-up is not available. Parcels become accessible for pick-up once our staff completes the processing, which typically takes 1-2 hours after the parcels are delivered to our location. However, you can collect your item on the same day if:
1. You receive an arrival notification from us (email from Parcelarrived@metromailbox.us ), OR
2. Your parcel status shows as “processed” on your customer portal (visit “View Current Parcels”).

Regrettably, you are still required to wait until our staff completes the processing of the parcel.

Unfortunately, no. Our staff cannot dedicate time to search for specific parcels solely based on expedited payment. Waiting until the parcels are processed is necessary. Please be aware that accommodating special requests may extend our processing time by an additional 3-4 hours, considering the daily influx of parcels taking up to 2 hours to process.

Unfortunately, no. For liability reasons, we are unable to permit customers to aid in parcel processing or search for parcels independently.

Regrettably, you are still required to wait until our staff completes the processing of the parcel.

Unfortunately, no. Our staff cannot dedicate time to search for specific parcels solely based on expedited payment. Waiting until the parcels are processed is necessary. Please be aware that accommodating special requests may extend our processing time by an additional 3-4 hours, considering the daily influx of parcels taking up to 2 hours to process.

Unfortunately, no. For liability reasons, we are unable to permit customers to aid in parcel processing or search for parcels independently.

Certainly. However, it’s important to note that the staff will maintain their regular processing pace. As your parcels are located, they will be provided to you. It’s crucial to understand that the staff won’t interrupt the processing to specifically locate your order. Consequently, your wait time at our office could range from 5 minutes to potentially 2 hours.

Unfortunately, we do not accept pallets.

Kindly contact our office at 1(313)567-2550 or reach out via email at info@metromailbox.us  When contacting us, ensure to provide your tracking number(s), as this is essential for our staff to investigate the whereabouts of your items.

Certainly. We provide box cutters for your convenience. If you choose to leave any packaging material behind and opt to pay a cleanup fee, it is $1.00. However, if you decide not to pay for cleanup and leave the trash behind, a $2.00 cleanup fee will be added to your next pickup.

Certainly. We aim to ensure your satisfaction with our service, allowing you to inspect and try on any parcels you collect at our location. Please note that this is not permitted within the last 45 minutes before our specified closing time.

The Cost

Yes, we do and the charge will be per month with the following rates:

Receiving up to 10 parcel prices: 35.00

Receiving up to 20 parcel prices: 55.00

Commercial whole sales prices call in for prices.

Or per parcel plans. Our pricing structure is based on a “pay-as-you-go” model, with the following rates:

Each Parcel | Price

Under 60 lbs. | $5.00

 Over 61 – 160 lbs. | $11.00

Over 161 – 300 lbs. | $16.00

Tires | Price Tire Size 0″ to 30″ | $5.00 per tire per tire

Tires Size 31″ to 40″ | $10.00 per tire

(*Prices apply per tire even if bundled)

Over-sized Packages | Price 25x25x25 up to 40x40x40 | $25.00 41x41x41 up to 55x55x55 | $30.00

Please note: For any oversized items (150+ pounds, such as beds, couches, mattresses, etc.), approval from Metro Mailbox INC of Detroit staff is required before shipping. You can contact us at 1(313)567-2550 or email info@detroitmailbox.us for approval. Oversized items shipped without prior approval may be refused at the time of delivery.

 If you opt for prepayment, you can utilize our secure PayPal link on our homepage. Alternatively, you have the option to pay in person at the time of pickup with cash (US only) or credit/debit. Pay Pall Account

To review the number of parcels, please log into your customer portal and navigate to “view current parcels.” calculate your total cost. For oversized parcels, refer to the oversized section and repeat the equation with the corresponding fee. If your parcels incur storage fees, refer to the storage fee section for pricing details.

Yes, our charges are per parcel, not per order. It’s important to note that when ordering online, some companies may split your order into multiple shipments.

Parcels will be held for one (1) year beyond the delivery date. In compliance with U.S. law, any parcels remaining beyond a year must be returned to the shipper. Please be aware that storage fees will apply to any parcels left at our office after 30 days from the delivery date.

Storage fees commence one week after the initial thirty (30) days from the delivery date at our office. For each subsequent week up to twelve (26) weeks, parcels accrue a fee of $5.00 per week. From the twenty seven week (27th) to the fifty two weeks (52nd) week, the fee increases to $10.00 per week. . Please note that these figures exclude the regular pickup fee, which can be found in the prices section for more details.

Yes, you are responsible. The customer portal is specifically designed to assist you in monitoring your parcels and their delivery dates, even if you haven’t received an email or phone notification. By checking the “View Current Parcels” tab in the portal, you can identify the delivery date of any of your parcels and make arrangements for their retrieval accordingly.

All received shipments come with FULL INSURANCE coverage. The insurance operates as follows: Your shipment is insured by the carrier (UPS, FedEx, USPS, etc.). If visible damage is observed when your parcel(s) arrives, Metro Mailbox INC of Detroit staff will promptly notify you. This notification will be conveyed either by phone or email, and if available, a note will be added to your arrival notification to inform you of any damages. In the event that your parcel is damaged after reaching our location, our insurance policy will cover your purchase(s). It is essential to report any complaints regarding damaged or missing items at the time of your pickup. Metro Mailbox INC of Detroit cannot be held responsible for damages or missing items identified after the parcel(s) has left our premises. We strongly advise all customers to thoroughly inspect all parcels while at our office.