SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — With Christmas just two weeks away, time is running out to ship gifts to loved ones in time for the holiday.
Mail Box Center in Spokane Valley is ready to help with packing and shipping needs.
Owner Kaleena Greer emphasized the importance of acting quickly to avoid delays.
“The sooner you get your packages shipped, the better. And then anything after that, we really can still get it there by Christmas, but we will be putting it on an airplane. And it is going to be very costly, but it can still get there,” said Greer.
For those planning to shop this weekend, there is still time to ship gifts. Greer says packages destined for the East Coast should be sent by Monday, while those headed to the West Coast should be shipped by Wednesday to arrive before Christmas.
Carrier-Specific Deadlines
Shipping deadlines vary by carrier and service:
USPS:
USPS Ground Advantage (2–5 business days): Dec. 18First-Class Mail (1–5 business days): Dec. 18Priority Mail (1–3 business days): Dec. 19Priority Mail Express (1–2 days): Dec. 21
FedEx:
Home Delivery 5-Day Shipping: Dec. 17Ground Economy: Dec. 13Ground 5-Day Shipping: Dec. 17Ground 4-Day Shipping: Dec. 18Ground 3-Day Shipping: Dec. 19
UPS:
3-Day Select: Dec. 192nd Day Air: Dec. 20Next Day Air: Dec. 23
Packing Tips
Greer advises shipping gifts in sturdy brown boxes, even if the presents are already wrapped. Amazon boxes can be reused, but the original shipping labels must be removed, and new ones must be attached.
Mail Box Center, located at Sprague and Argonne, offers tools and resources to ensure packages are safely packed and delivered on time. For hours and additional information, visit their website HERE.
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