Ratings & Reviews for CANTEX Polycarbonate Old work Switch/Outlet Electrical Box
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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 Many commend its suitability for retrofitting older homes and replacing outdated boxes.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.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Easy installation and slim profile
Makes my job easier, I love these things!
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Great
Would RecommendWorks great
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Light
Would RecommendWorked good
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Excellent quality of materials
Would RecommendVery easy to use and it performed the task that it was suppose to.
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Odd products for odd jobs
Would RecommendThis is perfect if you have a board ceiling that can support the weight of a fan or light. I did not have room for a regular nail box but so far this has worked wonders. Would definitely use again if needed. The ceiling I have is wood board and had an old metal box that I don’t trust nor was it the right size to be honest. I bought this, turned the screws and it clamped right into place. These type of boxes are great for older homes or jobs where you don’t want to tear out the wall to nail in a ...
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Easy to use
Would RecommendEasy to use
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Excellent product
Fit perfectly
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Replace 'old' Old Work Boxes
Would RecommendThis 'new' Old Work Box replaced a condition I had with two poorly installed old work boxes from yesteryear. Having three working wings did the trick in firming up sagging wall mounted lanterns. Prior boxes had either broken wings or maladjusted wings, causing the lanterns to sag away from the wall and exposing electrical connections. All firmed up now.
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Its pretty straightforward
Would RecommendWorked as advertised, easy install, holds to wall well.
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ease of install
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Ideal for old work
Would RecommendExcellent for remodels and old work. Used many times without issue
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Its plastic
Worked like it should
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Works great, easy to install.
Would RecommendOne of the easiest outlet boxes I have installed. Worked great for our lighting project.
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It's a cut in box
Would RecommendEasy to use, well built, affordable
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Excellent old work box
Would RecommendExcellent replacement box for new light installations for an old home. Used 12 to install new light fixture in our mobile home. Old fixtures were hard to remove, but with the new boxes I can replace or install update light fixtures in just a few minutes.
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Nailed It
Would RecommendPerfect for Purpose
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Box is code
Needed for electrical
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No studs required to attach to the drywall
Would RecommendVery easy to use.
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Easy
Would RecommendVery easy to use worked perfectly to replace an old metal box
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