POLL: Do you use the 5-digit or 9-digit ZIP code format when sending stuff?

[Electrode]

As almost everyone now knows, US ZIP codes now have a 4-digit extension. However, in all the deals I've done in FS/FT, I do not believe anyone has ever given me their full 9-digit code (i.e. 12345-6789 instead of 12345) when they send me their address.

The poll is simple: When putting your return address on something, or giving someone your address, do you use the extension or not? If not, do you even know it?

Vote, and perhaps discuss.

 

[Eli]

I'll use the extension if I know it.

Most people don't bother, so I don't either.

 

[Syringer]

I always put it for my return address for the heck of it. And if I know the delivery address's 4 digit extension I use it too.

 

[RossMAN]

I always use the zip+4 if I know it.

 

[conjur]

9-digit zip codes?? Hunh???

 

[Eli]

Originally posted by: conjur
9-digit zip codes?? Hunh???

lol.........

 

[McMadman]

I don't even know what my 9 digit is, I've seen at least 3 different last 4 numbers in a xxxxx-xxxx piece of mail.

 

[StageLeft]

Nope. Don't even konw what it is.

 

ZIP+4 is so much better than just a ZIP. If something can't be read by the scanning machines at the PO, a ZIP+4 WILL get your mail delivered no matter what.

I always put my ZIP+4 on all mail I send. I also give it to any online store/person who's sending me stuff.

From the USPS (I love automation, this is fascinating stuff for me):

Q. Why are ZIP+4 Codes used?
A. In 1983, the Postal Service began using an expanded ZIP Code called "ZIP+4." A ZIP+4 Code consists of the original 5-digit ZIP Code plus a 4-digit add-on code. The 4-digit add-on number identifies a geographic segment within the 5-digit delivery area, such as a city block, office building, individual high-volume receiver of mail, or any other unit that would aid efficient mail sorting and delivery. Use of the 4-digit add-on is not mandatory, but it helps the Postal Service direct mail more efficiently and accurately because it reduces handling and significantly decreases the potential for human error and possibility of misdelivery. It also will lead to better control over USPS costs and, in turn, postage rate stability. ZIP+4 is intended for use primarily by business mailers who prepare their mail with typewritten, machine-printed, or computerized addressing formats that can be read by the Postal Service's automated scanners during processing. Mailers who qualify receive a rate discount on First-Class, non-presorted, ZIP+4 mailings of at least 250 pieces and on presorted ZIP+4 mailings of at least 500 pieces. There are also ZIP+4 discounts for bulk business mail.

 

[minendo]

Originally posted by: Skoorb
Nope. Don't even konw what it is.

Same here. Plus I don't care what the last 4 numbers are.