What is an ESB meter box?

The ESB Meter Box is a cabinet designed to house the electricity meter outdoors. It features a door that allows continuous access by ESB networks to the meter. Complete with door, hinges and meter box key. Features Click here to see full information on our delivery service.

Do ESB Networks require a meter box?

ESB Networks specify that every household must have a meter box to house their electricity meter. These boxes must be continuously accessible to ESB Networks and unobstructed by side gates.

Where is ESBN approved ducting installed?

An ESBN approved “hockey stick” is installed at the meter cabinet position. Red ESBN approved 50mm service ducting is installed at a minimum depth of 600mm between the hockey stick position and the service pole. Yellow ESB cable warning tape must be installed at a maximum depth of 300mm below ground level along

Where should a meter cabinet be installed?

An outdoor meter cabinet, to ESI Standard 12-3 (1986), is installed in a suitable location. An ESBN approved “hockey stick” is installed at the meter cabinet position. Red ESBN approved 50mm service ducting is installed at a minimum depth of 600mm between the hockey stick position and the service pole.

Are recessed electric meter boxes ESB compliant?

These boxes must be continuously accessible to ESB Networks and unobstructed by side gates. Manufactured from a highly durable GRP, our recessed electric meter boxes are compliant with the ESB National Code & Practice as well as the ESI and British Standards for fire retardation.

Do I need an outdoor meter cabinet?

An outdoor meter cabinet must be provided for the ESB Networks (ESBN) electricity meter(s). The meter cabinet must be directly accessible from the main entrance driveway. A position on the house wall facing the driveway, or within 2m of either corner of this wall is normally acceptable subject to proper access.