EDDM Printing in St. Louis
Every Door Direct Mail Printing & Mailing Services
Every door direct mail printing that reaches every address on the routes you choose — no mailing list required. MCI handles design, printing, bundling, and USPS delivery from our St. Louis facility. One vendor, one invoice, every door.
Why EDDM Works
- No mailing list to buy — deliver to every address on selected routes
- USPS postage just $0.223 per piece (retail EDDM)
- Target neighborhoods by income, age, and household size
- We print, bundle, and deliver to USPS — you just pick the routes
- WBE certified union print shop since 1984
What Is Every Door Direct Mail Printing?
Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM) is a USPS program that lets businesses send mail to every address on specific postal routes without purchasing a mailing list. Instead of addressing each piece individually, EDDM printing delivers oversized postcards, flyers, or menus to every residential or business address on the carrier routes you select.
For St. Louis businesses, EDDM printing is one of the most cost-effective ways to reach new customers in your neighborhood. A restaurant in Clayton can target every household within a 2-mile radius. A home services company in Chesterfield can reach every homeowner in specific ZIP codes. A dental practice in Kirkwood can announce a new-patient offer to every door on the routes surrounding the office.
The key advantage over traditional direct mail: no list costs, no list maintenance, and postage rates as low as $0.223 per piece. MCI handles the entire EDDM printing process — from designing your mail piece to printing, bundling per USPS requirements, and delivering the finished bundles to your local post office. Your mailer goes from our press to every door on your chosen routes.
Full-Service EDDM Printing
Everything you need to run an EDDM campaign in St. Louis — from route selection to mailbox delivery.
Target by Neighborhood
Choose specific postal routes in St. Louis by demographics — household income, age, home ownership. Reach exactly the neighborhoods where your customers live.
$0.223 Per Piece Postage
EDDM retail postage is just $0.223 per piece — far less than standard First Class or Marketing Mail rates. No bulk mail permit required.
No Mailing List Needed
Skip the cost of buying or renting a mailing list. EDDM delivers to every address on your selected routes — residential, business, or both.
Print to Delivery Under One Roof
MCI prints, bundles, and delivers your EDDM pieces directly to USPS. Your mail never leaves our building until it is on a postal truck.
WBE Certified
MCI is a nationally certified Women's Business Enterprise. EDDM campaigns through MCI count toward supplier diversity goals.
Fast Turnaround
Standard EDDM printing in 3-5 business days. Rush service available for time-sensitive promotions and grand openings.
EDDM Printing vs. Traditional Direct Mail
| Feature | EDDM Printing | Traditional Direct Mail |
|---|---|---|
| Mailing List | Not required | Must purchase or maintain |
| Postage Rate | $0.223/piece (retail) | $0.35-0.66/piece |
| Targeting | By postal route demographics | By individual address |
| Mail Permit | Not required (retail EDDM) | Required for bulk rates |
| Minimum Quantity | 200 per route | 200-500 pieces |
| Best For | Local businesses, new customer acquisition | Targeted campaigns, existing customer lists |
Need targeted direct mail instead? See our direct mail printing services or bulk mail services.
How EDDM Printing Works
Choose Your Routes
Use the USPS EDDM online tool to select postal routes in St. Louis by demographics. We can help you pick the best routes for your business if you are not sure where to start.
Design Your Mail Piece
Send us your artwork or work with our design team. We make sure your EDDM piece meets all USPS size and format requirements before printing.
We Print and Bundle
Your EDDM pieces are printed on our in-house presses, then bundled and labeled per USPS EDDM specifications — facing slips, route labels, and tray packaging included.
USPS Delivery
We deliver your bundled EDDM mail directly to the St. Louis post offices serving your selected routes. USPS carriers deliver to every door on those routes within 3-7 business days.
EDDM Mail Piece Sizes and Specs
USPS requires EDDM mail pieces to meet minimum size requirements. All pieces must be larger than a standard letter — this is what makes EDDM postcards stand out in the mailbox.
Popular EDDM Sizes
USPS EDDM Requirements
Who Uses EDDM Printing in St. Louis?
Every door direct mail printing works for any business that serves a local geographic area.
Restaurants & Retail
Grand opening announcements, seasonal menus, and weekly specials delivered to every household within a 3-5 mile radius of your location.
Home Services
HVAC, plumbing, landscaping, and roofing companies targeting homeowners in specific St. Louis neighborhoods by home value and age.
Real Estate
Just-listed postcards, open house invitations, and market updates sent to every door in target farm areas without buying a mailing list.
Healthcare & Dental
New patient offers and health screening promotions reaching every household in neighborhoods near your practice location.
Nonprofits & Churches
Event invitations, fundraising appeals, and community outreach delivered to every address in your service area at the lowest postal rate.
Political Campaigns
Voter contact mailers delivered to every door in target precincts. Union-printed with union bug — required for many labor endorsements.
WBE Certified. Union Printed. St. Louis Owned.
MCI is a nationally certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBE). Every EDDM campaign printed through MCI counts toward your organization's supplier diversity goals — the same print quality with the added benefit of WBE documentation for procurement reporting.
As a union print shop since 1984, our production team brings four decades of experience to every EDDM job. Union craftsmanship means consistent quality, attention to USPS postal requirements, and the reliability that comes from a skilled workforce.
Why Choose MCI for EDDM Printing
- Full-service EDDM: design, print, bundle, USPS delivery
- In-house production — your job never leaves our building
- Free EDDM route selection assistance
- Competitive printing prices with volume discounts
- WBE certified — counts toward supplier diversity
- Union shop since 1984 — experienced production team
- Rush EDDM printing available for tight timelines
- Real people who answer the phone: (314) 849-7228
EDDM Printing FAQs
What is EDDM printing and how does it work?▼
EDDM (Every Door Direct Mail) printing is a USPS program that lets you mail to every address on selected postal routes without needing a mailing list. You choose the neighborhoods you want to target using the USPS EDDM online tool, then a printer like MCI prints, bundles, and delivers your mail pieces to the post office. USPS delivers to every residential or business address on those routes. Postage is just $0.223 per piece for retail EDDM.
How much does EDDM printing cost?▼
EDDM printing costs vary by quantity, size, and paper stock. A typical 6.5" x 9" postcard on heavy cardstock runs $0.08-0.15 per piece for printing, plus $0.223 per piece for USPS retail EDDM postage. For a 5,000-piece mailing, total cost including printing and postage is typically $1,500-1,900. Volume discounts lower the per-piece printing cost significantly on larger runs. Call MCI at (314) 849-7228 for an exact quote.
What sizes work for EDDM mail pieces?▼
USPS EDDM mail pieces must be larger than 6.125" x 11.5" OR taller than 6.125" OR thicker than 0.25". Common EDDM sizes include 6.5" x 9" postcards (most popular), 8.5" x 11" flats, 6.5" x 12" panoramic postcards, and 9" x 12" large-format mailers. The maximum size is 12" x 15". Each piece must weigh 3.3 ounces or less.
Do I need a mailing list for EDDM?▼
No. That is the main advantage of Every Door Direct Mail — you do not need a mailing list. Instead of addressing each piece individually, EDDM delivers to every address on the postal routes you select. You choose routes based on demographics like household income, age, and household size using the free USPS EDDM online mapping tool. MCI can help you select the best routes for your target audience in St. Louis.
How long does EDDM printing and delivery take?▼
From approved artwork to USPS delivery, most EDDM jobs take 7-10 business days total. Printing typically takes 3-5 business days. After printing, we bundle per USPS specifications and deliver to the post office. USPS then delivers within 3-7 business days. Rush printing is available for an additional fee if you need faster turnaround. Plan your EDDM campaign at least 2 weeks before your target in-home date.
What is the minimum quantity for EDDM?▼
USPS requires a minimum of 200 pieces per postal route and a maximum of 5,000 pieces per route per day. Most EDDM campaigns target multiple routes, so typical order quantities range from 1,000-10,000 pieces. There is no minimum number of routes. MCI prints EDDM jobs starting at 500 pieces, and per-piece printing costs drop significantly at 2,500 and 5,000 piece thresholds.
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