Ratings & Reviews for Southwire Smart box 1 -Gang Polycarbonate New work/Old work Adjustable Electrical Box
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise these electrical boxes for sturdy construction, effortless installation using angled pre-installed screws, and versatility in retrofit applications. Most highlight quick one-person setups, stable mounting directly to studs, and thick plastic durability superior to traditional alternatives. Many emphasize space efficiency, flush wall plate fit, and removable tabs simplifying wire routing. The design eliminates major wall disruption in tight spaces like bathrooms and kitchens. A few note minor issues with internal cable clamps and included screw quality, though these are overshadowed by overall performance. Most reviewers consider this their go-to solution for both new and old work projects.
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Would Not RecommendThe design is good in that it allows you to replace a box without opening up the drywall, but the execution is a bit lacking. The screws are way too short (only 1.5" total) to actually bite into the stud if you actually want to exercise that "depth adjustment" feature in any meaningful way and the cable clamps are so aggressive that you will have to destroy the entire box if you need to adjust the Romex in any way once you initially pull it through. If I really need to use one then I swap in so...
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Remodel
Smart design. This will be helpful when I remove an existing box to add a new ceiling fan.
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Needed to install a new outlet. .
Would RecommendThis worked great and easy to install.
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Get the smart box
Would RecommendThe smart bus was easier to put in, especially because it had a screw. Didn’t need to open up the drywall too large to account for any hammering.
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Great for remodeling like kitchen and bathrooms!
Would RecommendGreat for remodeling Jobs like kitchen or bathroom where you would be installing tile because if you don’t have the box set correctly for the depth of the wall you can just unscrew the box and adjust it to the depth you need. The price of these boxes is not to bad compared to other that can be adjusted.
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I like how sturdy these boxes are. Also, with screws, it's possible to reposition them as needed. However, it is difficult to move/adjust cables once they're in. Also, would be nicer to have a star-head screw rather than phillips.
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Works as described.
Would RecommendPavel
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Makes it easier
Very helpful
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Worked for me
Would RecommendBought this so i could add a receptacle behind my tv and it worked awesome.
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Nice option for new work
Would RecommendBut these for a install in my new shop. Very nice price and they are extra roomy for cables.
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As intended
Easy to use. Well built box perfect for adding fixtures to crawlspace accessories.
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Easy to use
Easy to use and manage with 12/2 wire in my garage.
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Quick and easy cut-in box.
Would RecommendExcellent cut-in box next to a stud, complete w/screws. Installation is a snap.
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Get-r-done
Would RecommendI bought a few of these for around the house and they did the job for both new and old work installations
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