Get Packages Delivered to Your Apartment (Successfully)

If you're a package-obsessed person, then you've likely had at least one package taken by a neighbor (by accident) or a "porch pirate" aka people who try to steal packages from homes and apartments.

In order to solve this problem for good, here are a few simple steps to take:

Find out if your building has lockers.

If you're in a building with a locker, the first thing to do is check whether or not it's available. If you have an apartment, this is easy: simply ask your property manager or landlord if they have one. If they do, they'll likely be able to tell you how much it costs and where to go if there are any problems with the lockers (for example, if someone has left theirs open).

If you're renting an apartment in an older building that doesn't have these lockers installed yet (or even if it does), then the next step is to talk with the building management about where to pick up packages. This could mean picking up in the lobby or a dedicated office space.

Leave special instructions for the person delivering.

If you can, leave a note detailing where the parcel carrier can drop off your package, to avoid confusion. Have them ring your unit when they deliver the package. This way, they leave the package inside the entrance where it will be locked safely.

Going away? Ask USPS to hold your mail.

Going on a vacation? If you're going to be away while a package is getting delivered you have 2 options: ask your neighbors to keep an eye out for you or ask the USPS (or other delivery service) to place a hold until you get back.

Get on the right email list for your building and for parcel carriers.

• Make sure you're on the right email list. This will let you know when a package has arrived, so that you can go pick it up.
• If you are on the wrong list, ask for help!
• If all else fails and your package still hasn't arrived after several days, call the company that sent it and see if they can help locate it for you.

Watch out for this common mistake.

You've got a package coming, and you're excited. You run downstairs to the mailbox to pick it up and see that it's addressed to you!

You bring the box inside, but before opening it, there are some things you should do:

Check that the address on the package is actually for your apartment. If someone has sent something to another resident in your building or complex (for example, because of a misprint), then they could end up thinking that their stuff was delivered successfully when really they never received anything at all! This can be avoided by checking addresses carefully before opening any mail or packages-and don't forget about packages from Amazon Prime. Sometimes those will have incorrect addresses too!

Check that everything looks okay with your shipment. If something looks like it might be damaged or broken inside then let the company know right away so they can send another one out ASAP.

Be prepared for packages that get lost in transit.

It's important to be prepared for packages that get lost in transit. When you're expecting a package, make sure you have a tracking number and try to be home when it arrives. If your delivery company offers the option, try asking them to reschedule if you know that there's no way that they'll be able to deliver on time (or at all).

When a package arrives safely at your apartment building but doesn't make it inside your unit, it may end up sitting in an office or common area where anyone could take it. To prevent losing items, make sure there is always someone home when packages are due so they don't get stolen by another tenant or left unattended outside.

Amazon lockers are a great way to get a package delivered to your apartment

If you're looking for a way to get packages delivered to your apartment without having to find a safe place for them, Amazon lockers are the way to go. They're available at many grocery stores and other businesses, so it's easy enough to drop by and pick up all of your purchases on the way home from work or school.

Getting your packages delivered to your apartment can be a little tricky, but it's not impossible. And if you follow these tips and tricks (like finding out if there's a package locker at your building or getting on the right email list) you'll have no problem getting those boxes dropped off where they need to go.

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