A Homeowner Found a Rusty Chain Buried Beneath an Old Mailbox\u2014and Discovered Its Surprising Purpose! While replacing an old mailbox, a homeowner uncovered a rusty chain buried about eight inches underground, connected to a heavy metal anchor encased in concrete. The setup was likely designed to keep the mailbox post firmly in place and discourage vandals who deliberately knocked mailboxes down. Some homeowners have used concrete, steel pipes, and buried anchors to protect their mailboxes, but overly rigid or hazardous installations can create serious risks for drivers and may violate local regulations. What looked like buried treasure turned out to be a reminder of the creative\u2014and sometimes risky\u2014ways people have tried to protect their property….<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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