Can I replace the gas/electric box cover?

Question

Hey there, do the gas and electric company need to change the box covers or can I do it? I want to change the old boxes from brown to white.

Hannah · Accepted Answer

If they are surface mounted then you can get a competent person can change them.

Samuel · Answer

You can replace the door. The box itself would require the disconnection and reconnection of the mains.

Chris · Answer

Hi 

The Electric and Gas meter boxes outside a property are built-in units. You can paint them if you wish. Although if the doors on the meter boxes are damaged. Specialist over doors can be obtained. I would recommend that the cover over the door is fitted by a professional. 

Best Regards,
Complete Solution Services Limited

Jack · Answer

Good Afternoon.
The responsibility of your gas/meter box is the homeowners responsibility. If you wish to change it you can do so at your own accord. 

I hope this helps 
Infinity Electrical

Martin · Answer

The only issue with replacing the electric meter is sometimes the service head is screwed into a board. So you’d need to pull the main fuse to disconnect it. 
I’m sure I’ve done it before, so I can’t see it being a problem. Why not contact the supply company and ask them directly?

John · Answer

No they shouldn’t have to but if in doubt give them a ring and they will tell you what you have to do

James · Answer

Some are simple to change over others more difficult.
Simple jobs can be done yourself such as changing the doors, though these can cost between £24 and £75 each depending where you go.

Sometimes you need an electrician  and a gas engineer.

have you tried ring the companies involved as some install free of charge depending on the damage.

Paul · Answer

Depending on the type and damage involved , yes you can !

Chris · Answer

you would need to buy a box from jewsons the builders merchants. Take your lid with you, because the  boxes  are made  by   a number of providers but only sold by jewsons. If it  is identical then you can do it yourself

Aidan · Answer

due to the fact the enclosures house mains electricity and mains gas I'd recommend getting a competent person in to change these for you, alternatively why not clean them up and paint them?

Can I replace the gas/electric box cover?

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