International Small Package Shipping: Rules & Regulations
Shipping a package to another country can be a daunting task for a do-it-yourself-er. Packing and shipping store personnel like those at Pak Mail are experienced in UPS, FedEx, and DHL international shipping. They know where to find country-specific export and import rules and
Packing Fragile Items for Shipping vs. Moving
Packing items for UPS, FedEx, DHL and freight carriers is different from packing for moving companies. Moving companies typically pick up household items at one location and drive them to the destination without any unloading or reloading along the way. The recommended packing for
Spring Fever: Downsizing Tips for Spring Cleaning
Have you ever been to London? In March? Three weeks of visiting our son, riding the Tube, and seeing the sights… what fun! After an up-and-down-cold winter in Colorado, it was a pleasant surprise to hear birds singing, see flowers and trees blooming, and
Pack and Ship a Valentine to Your Sweetheart
Wikipedia has an interesting history about Valentine’s Day. It might spark some unique Valentine ideas for your sweetheart. What’s your favorite? A store-bought greeting card? Homemade Valentine? Chocolate? Handcrafted item? Jewelry? What if your sweetheart romance is long distance? If your budget is tight,
Quick Tips for Christmas Present Shipping
The holiday season is once again upon us. Pak Mail offers packing and shipping services. You do the shopping and gift wrapping… we’ll do the rest! We’ll choose the most cost-effective method to ensure your holiday treasures arrive safely and on time. Quick tips
2013 Holiday Shipping Deadlines – UPS, FedEx, & DHL
Let the games begin! Thanksgiving is this week along with Black Friday and lots of shoppers. Our shipping store is decorated and extended holiday hours are posted. Our winter holiday ducks are in a row! We have holiday tips for packing and shipping gifts
Holiday Message of Thanks from Pak Mail 232
As 2013 rapidly draws to a close I find myself thankful. For what? My family, our health, a spunky going-on-3-year-old grandson, friends, a thriving business, creativity, travel plans… the list is long. My hubby Jim and our son Jesse recently managed Pak Mail 232
A Tribute to Fallen Fire Fighters
We witnessed the devastation of the Waldo Canyon and Black Forest Fires; several of our customers lost their homes. We have all been touched in some way by these tragic events. Each year in September the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) pays tribute
Goodbye to a Great West Wind Marketplace Business Neighbor – The Peak Grill
August was a busy month at Pak Mail 232, especially the last two weeks. We conducted five pickups and shipped three pallets in one day, and prepped another two for departure after Labor Day. We shipped documents to India and other parts of the
Packing and Shipping Students to College
It’s that time of year… summer is waning and students are heading off to school. College freshman and upper classmen alike are wondering what they should take with them. The list includes bedding, books, computers, toys, and sports equipment, to name a few. If

