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Polycarbonate Old work Switch/Outlet Electrical Box

Ratings & Reviews for CANTEX Polycarbonate Old work Switch/Outlet Electrical Box

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  4.5 out of 5
477 Reviews


88% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this electrical box for its reliability, ease of installation, and effectiveness in retrofitting lighting and fixtures in older homes. Most highlight how fast and intuitive it is to install without studs, with a helpful template for cutting holes. Reviewers consistently describe it as strong, secure, and durable with ample interior space for complex wiring. A few note that screw quality is poor and hole-cutting precision is critical for optimal fit. Despite minor challenges, most consider it an excellent solution for remodels and old-work applications.

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477 Customer Reviews

Easy to install

 Would Recommend

Easy to install

December 12, 2025
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The quality was not in this product

I returned

December 5, 2025
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easy to install, even for a dad

 Would Recommend

worked as it should

December 3, 2025
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Simple to install electrical box

 Would Recommend

This was easy to install and provides the support needed for the light I was installing

December 3, 2025
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Out with the old

 Would Recommend

R&R box for scone.. new one took care of sloppy workmanship...now dont have to gerry rig !

December 3, 2025
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Great box

 Would Recommend

Easy to install, tightens securely to wall or ceilings. Great to mount interconnected smoke/ CO alarms. It would be nice if they made some with longer flip out wings for thicker ceilings.

November 20, 2025
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Good for exterior use

 Would Recommend

Good product thats solid and sturdy. Easy installation

November 14, 2025
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It's an electrical box that works as I need

 Would Recommend

Worked just as I needed for a project, slide in and secured itself well.

November 11, 2025
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Great product

Quick sale

November 10, 2025
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Made and installed as designed

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Fits perfectly

October 25, 2025
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