Post #36884 by Saint-Thomas on Mon, Jun 2, 2003 6:24 AM

In defence of UPS, I must say that when they break or lose stuff, their insurance claims are so easy, they practically fill themselves out. Getting the USPS to admit fault is more painful than dental work.
UPS is also cheaper for parcels over 5 pounds.

I have had a package held up in the system of the Postal Service since October. No one seems to know where it is, even though it has tracking service, which is an extra charge to boot! My mail carrier only comes by the house two or three days a week and has never delivered a package without some sort of hassle. I signed a card to grant permission to leave packages at my door, and guess what, I still have to go get them. I recently had a envelope containing three photos for my portfolio in it, insured for $200 and sent priority mail. The postage was $18 for three pieces of paper!!!!! And they almost refused delivery!!!!

I'm sure everyone has had a bad experience with shipping. I think UPS is a bit more reliable, but I will continue to use USPS for outgoing mail.