USPS

[tone-ny]

Why is it that Priority Service took a nose dive?

The last few times I've used it the tracking portion, only comes up with the label is created and is awaiting shipping. Even though it has been dropped off and it is two days later. Just venting as the price continues to go up, plus they got rid of the medium sized flat rate box(VCR Shape).

 

[SKYDIVNEKD]

Agreed. I was told by a PO worker that the delivery times are "approximate". They really mean nothing as they are rarely adhered to. He told me I could file a complaint, if I wanted, but chance of getting a refund is very slim! They truly don't give a shit anymore. StL Distribution is horrible, but not quite as bad as Des Moines, IA. KC is also horrible.

I was also told the increases are now automatic, each January(I believe). Instead of needing Congress to approve them, they just go up. Pretty sad, since they aren't held accountable. Couple businesses over here want you to pay over the phone or drop payment off, versus mailing it. Too many are showing up late and they have to deal with that mess.

Good luck.

Floyd T

 

[cabaiguan juan]

Why is it that Priority Service took a nose dive?

The last few times I've used it the tracking portion, only comes up with the label is created and is awaiting shipping. Even though it has been dropped off and it is two days later. Just venting as the price continues to go up, plus they got rid of the medium sized flat rate box(VCR Shape).

You didn't win?

Man, you are going to get Jeff on a tangent now!

 

[lucasbuck]

Costs have skyrocketed and service is worse than ever. I hadn’t shipped anything for a few years and couldn’t believe how insane usps prices are now. Even with PirateShip. Really takes the piss out of sending stuff Willy nilly like I once was want to do.

 

[tone-ny]

I don't mind paying for the service, it is the lack of said service!

 

[CigarStone]

Have you looked into Pirateship.com?

 

[tone-ny]

Have you looked into Pirateship.com?

Will do now!

 

[cabaiguan juan]

Have you looked into Pirateship.com?

I do t understand how that differs from USPS. They will still handle the package so what’s the advantage?

 

[dawgie]

The advantage for me is that I pay less for USPS’s shitty service. Also, PS also gives the price for UPS, which is usually very similar to USPS.
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[lucasbuck]

I do t understand how that differs from USPS. They will still handle the package so what’s the advantage?

You save up to 50% as they are a bulk shipper.

 

[rbbrock]

I do t understand how that differs from USPS. They will still handle the package so what’s the advantage?

The advantage for me is that it gives bulk rates for UPS, which makes it almost the same price as USPS. (Often less than USPS flat rate, even.)