This guide is for homeowners seeking a straightforward and cost-effective way to protect and improve the appearance of their standard recessed gas and electric meter boxes. While offering robust protection against weather and damage, it's crucial to verify your existing meter box dimensions to ensure compatibility. This durable, UV-resistant cover not only shields your meters but also enhances your property's curb appeal, meeting British Standards for domestic gas meter boxes.
DIY Installation: Designed as a quick and affordable solution for easy self-installation.
UV Weather Resistance: Built to withstand harsh outdoor conditions, preventing degradation from sun exposure and maintaining its white finish.
Enhanced Aesthetics: Instantly improves the external appearance of your property by covering unsightly meter boxes, adding to curb appeal.
Robust Protection: Shields both gas and electric meters from physical damage, dirt, and environmental elements.
British Standard Compliant: Meets stringent quality and safety requirements, specifically for Domestic Gas Meter Boxes, ensuring reliable protection.
Standard Recessed Meter Box Fit: Specifically designed for recessed (inset) meter boxes, accommodating dimensions no larger than 618mm (H) x 440mm (W) x 66mm (D).
Easy DIY Installation: Simple to fit for most homeowners.
Cost-Effective: An affordable solution for meter box repair and enhancement.
Durable: Made from materials resistant to UV weather, ensuring longevity.
Aesthetic Improvement: Significantly enhances the look of your home's exterior.
Meter Protection: Guards against physical damage and environmental wear.
Meets Standards: Complies with British Standards for domestic gas meter boxes.
Specific Size Limitation: Only fits recessed boxes up to 618mm x 440mm x 66mm.
Recessed Boxes Only: Not suitable for surface-mounted meter boxes.
Limited Color Option: Only available in white, which may not suit all exterior color schemes.
Easy DIY Installation: Simple to fit for most homeowners.
Cost-Effective: An affordable solution for meter box repair and enhancement.
Durable: Made from materials resistant to UV weather, ensuring longevity.
Aesthetic Improvement: Significantly enhances the look of your home's exterior.
Meter Protection: Guards against physical damage and environmental wear.
Meets Standards: Complies with British Standards for domestic gas meter boxes.
Specific Size Limitation: Only fits recessed boxes up to 618mm x 440mm x 66mm.
Recessed Boxes Only: Not suitable for surface-mounted meter boxes.
Limited Color Option: Only available in white, which may not suit all exterior color schemes.
The Meter Box Cover offers reliable performance by acting as a durable shield for your essential utility meters. Its UV-resistant material is specifically engineered to withstand prolonged exposure to sunlight without becoming brittle or discolored, ensuring that the cover maintains its integrity and crisp white appearance over time. This protection is vital in preventing common issues such as accidental damage from garden tools, impact from falling objects, or degradation of meter components due to harsh weather conditions like rain, frost, or intense heat.
In practical use, homeowners will find that installing this cover instantly transforms the look of their meter area. What was once an exposed, utilitarian box becomes a neat, integrated part of the home's exterior, significantly boosting curb appeal. This makes it an ideal choice for property owners looking for a practical, long-lasting solution that combines both functionality and aesthetic improvement, ensuring meters are safe and securely housed while enhancing the overall tidiness and value of their property.
Measure Your Meter Box: Before purchasing, accurately measure the outer dimensions of your existing recessed (inset) meter box. Ensure it is no larger than 618mm in height, 440mm in width, and 66mm in depth. This overbox is designed to fit over your existing unit. If your box is larger or not recessed, this product is not suitable.
Prepare the Area: Clean the wall surface around your existing meter box to ensure a clear, level area for installation.
Position the Overbox: Carefully place the Meter Box Cover over your existing meter box, aligning it centrally.
Secure the Cover: This is a DIY installation. Typically, the overbox is secured to the surrounding wall using appropriate external fixings (e.g., screws and rawl plugs). Info needed: Please check the product packaging for specific instructions and confirmation of included fixings. Fasteners suitable for your wall material may need to be purchased separately. Ensure all fixings are tight and secure to prevent movement.
Type: Designed exclusively for recessed (inset) gas and electric meter boxes.
Size: Maximum compatible existing meter box dimensions: 618mm (height) x 440mm (width) x 66mm (depth).
Not Compatible With: Surface-mounted meter boxes or boxes exceeding the specified maximum dimensions.
Cleaning: To maintain the cover's appearance, regularly wipe it down with a soft cloth, warm water, and a mild, non-abrasive household detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clean water and allow to air dry. Avoid using harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or scouring pads, as these can damage the UV-resistant finish.
Inspection: Periodically inspect the cover and its fixings for any signs of damage, cracks, or loosening. Address any issues promptly to ensure the continued protection of your meters. Damaged covers should be replaced if their protective function is compromised.