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Polycarbonate Old work Switch/Outlet Electrical Box

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

4.5
472
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 4.5 out of 5
472 Reviews


88% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this electrical box for its reliability and ease of installation, particularly for old-work remodels in homes without existing boxes. Most highlight how simple and fast installation is, noting it requires no studs and fits securely in drywall with a helpful template. Many commend its suitability for retrofitting older homes and replacing outdated boxes. However, several reviewers consistently report issues with included screws that strip easily and wing tabs that break during tightening, prompting some to use their own hardware. Despite these hardware concerns, most customers find the box functional and worth purchasing again.

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472 Customer Reviews

Easy install

Would Recommend

Easy install and perfect fit

September 1, 2026
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Easy Installation

Would Recommend

I used these outlet receptical boxes to hardwire wall sconces. They were easy to install and felt secure. No issues.

August 28, 2026
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Worked as intended!

Would Recommend
August 19, 2026
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Good for retrofit

Would Recommend

Bought this because after taking down old vanity lights to replace them I discovered no electric boxes in the wall. This was intended to be retrofitted into the drywall however I had framing in the way that required me to use a box that wasn’t as deep.

August 11, 2026
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Would Recommend

Best electrical box for installing cameras, fits any utility and mounting with a hole saw into walls, well you’re going to agree on this is the box for the job, well made easy adaptable for securing if you have inch and a half wall or less your done quickly, otherwise glue the box in for perfection.

July 22, 2026
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Lowes is my go to

Would Not Recommend

It did the job.

July 19, 2026
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