Ratings & Reviews for CANTEX 1 -Gang PVC 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 in finished walls without locating studs. Most highlight its sturdy construction, secure locking tabs, and flawless performance retrofitting outlets and switches in drywall, plaster, and older homes. Many note it outperforms competing brands and works exactly as intended for remodeling projects. Some report minor issues with screw tabs and threading mechanisms, though these concerns are significantly outweighed by positive feedback. Overall, reviewers consider it a dependable solution for old-work installations.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Good design
Simple install
From 1 -Gang PVC Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Great buy
Would RecommendGood quality box
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Exactly what is described
Would RecommendExactly what is described.
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Does the job
Would RecommendIt gets the job done. I wouldn't want to depend on these boxes for an outlet that is used frequently. I used it for a refrigerator.
Single gang box - old work
Would RecommendI've been using these boxes for a long time and truly my only "critique" is that they stick a little bit out from the drywall. But if you notch the drywall where the four corners are it sits flush no problem
From 1 -Gang PVC Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Old work box worked well with
The box worked as expected. My wall was thicker than a typical wall. Longer screws solved the problem. With access in the wall from the rear, I was able to get the wings of the box into the appropriate position.
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Affordable and functional
Would RecommendAffordable and functional. This worked well for the install we did.
From 1 -Gang PVC Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
Good. Box holds securely in place
Would RecommendMade a new box in drywall easy and secure.
From 1 -Gang PVC Old work Switch_SLASH_Outlet Electrical Box Verified Purchaser
The holes for screwing in hardware too narrow
Would Not RecommendThe main problem are the holes used to screw in the receptacle. They are to small making the bolts impossible to screw in. I now drill them out prior to using.
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