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Choosing Electric Meter Box – Find the Right Fit for You
Choosing an electric meter box doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right information about size, type and fitting, you can find the perfect match for your property quickly and easily. Whether you’re replacing an old box or installing a new one, the main things to check are the dimensions (to the nearest mm) and any special requirements from your electricity provider. It’s important to remember that any new meter box — especially gas — must be installed by a qualified professional. At MeterBoxesDirect, we make choosing an electric meter box simple, with a full range of durable, weatherproof options for all kinds of buildings.
Electric Meter Box Types
At MeterBoxesDirect, we manufacture high-quality GRP electric meter boxes in both surface mounted and recessed versions. GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) is corrosion-resistant and tough enough to handle UK weather for decades. All our boxes come in a clean off-white finish but can be painted to match your property if you want a custom look.
Recessed Electric Meter Box
A recessed electric meter box sits neatly inside the cavity of an external wall, making it a very popular choice for UK homes and new builds. This type of installation keeps the meter box flush with the wall, helping avoid obstructions and accidental knocks. One of our most popular options is the UK Standard Recessed Electric Meter Box, fully compliant with British Standards. This box measures 595mm high x 409mm wide x 220mm deep. Each unit comes complete with a sturdy wooden backboard, secure hinges, a lock and a key. We also offer the Medium Permali Electric Box, another trusted recessed fit measuring 609mm high x 490mm wide x 195mm deep. This model also includes a wooden backboard, lock, key, and robust hinges for lasting security.
Surface Mounted Electric Meter Box
A surface mounted electric meter box is ideal for properties without a cavity wall, older buildings, or retrofits where a recessed installation isn’t practical. This type of box sits directly onto the external wall instead of inside it. One of our best-selling options is the UK Standard Surface Mounted Electric Meter Box, which measures almost the same as its recessed equivalent at 596mm high x 410mm wide x 220mm deep. Like our recessed boxes, the surface mounted model includes a backboard, hinges, lock and key.
Why Choose MeterBoxesDirect?
When choosing an electric meter box, you need quality and durability you can trust. MeterBoxesDirect has over 40 years of experience in the industry. All our boxes are manufactured to the highest standards in our production facilities in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, UK and Killarney, Co. Kerry, Ireland. Explore now below:
