Meter Box Replacement
The meter box attached to your home serves a very important purpose, and meter boxes must be installed and configured correctly according to local regulations. The meter box on your home contains the electrical meter that measures the power flowing into your home from the local grid. This meter box must be shielded from the elements to accurately gauge power consumption, which in turn allows the power company to bill you accurately for the energy you use.
Maintaining Your Meter Box
It’s vital to have a meter box installed correctly according to applicable codes. They need to be installed a certain distance away from the structure and embedded a certain distance into the ground. The meter box itself also requires grounding to ensure no electrical interference causes problems for the structure.
Meter boxes must be kept outside, so this means they are vulnerable to the elements. The variable climate of the Chesapeake area means that your home’s meter box must be able to withstand high and low temperatures throughout the year as well as a wide range of severe weather. If your meter box becomes damaged in any way, you and everyone in your home face a significant risk of electrocution and other electrical accidents.
Choose Nipper Electric for Meter Box Repair
Ensuring your meter box is protected and sturdy is a great way to promote energy efficiency in your home. A properly installed and protected electrical meter will accurately measure your power consumption. The meter box also protects you and your home. If your meter box has sustained wear and tear from normal use over time, or if you have noticed physical damage from recent severe weather or other cause, it is essential to have it inspected and repaired as soon as possible.
The team at Nipper Electric in Chesapeake knows how to work on all of the meter boxes in use throughout the area. We understand how important these fixtures are not only to your energy spending but also to the safety of you and your home. You can trust our team members to explain every step of the work they do on your meter box and ensure the highest level of safety in all of the meter box repair work they handle.
Water leaks, rodent infestations, high winds, and gradual wear and tear will all take a toll on your home’s meter box. If you believe your meter box needs professional attention, do not wait to contact Nipper Electric in Chesapeake to schedule a meter box repair. Call us at (757) 296-7594 to schedule an appointment at our earliest available opening.
