How to Replace a Pin Hinged Meter Box Door
A broken, cracked or missing meter box door doesn't necessarily mean you need to replace the entire meter box.
If the main meter box is still in good condition, replacing just the door can be a quick and cost-effective way to restore the enclosure and keep your meter protected.
In this guide, we'll look at how to replace a pin hinged meter box door, using a Mitras™ Meterboxes replacement door.
When Should You Replace a Meter Box Door?
Meter boxes are installed outdoors and can become damaged through general wear and tear, exposure to the weather or accidental impact.
Common problems include:
- Cracked or broken meter box doors
- Damaged hinges
- Missing doors
- Doors that no longer close correctly
- Broken or damaged locking mechanisms
- General deterioration over time
If the meter box itself is still secure and structurally sound, fitting a replacement door is often much easier than replacing the complete enclosure.
How to Replace a Pin Hinged Meter Box Door
The video below demonstrates the installation method for replacing a pin hinged meter box door.
Watch the installation video:
HOW TO | Replace a Pin Hinged Meter Box Door | Product Installation | Mitras™ Meterboxes
Replacing a pin hinged door is a relatively straightforward process, but it's important to make sure you have the correct replacement door for your existing meter box before beginning.
Step 1: Identify the Correct Replacement Door
Before ordering or fitting a replacement, identify the type and size of your existing meter box.
Mitras produces replacement doors for a range of gas and electricity meter boxes, so it's important to check the dimensions and hinge arrangement of your existing enclosure.
Pay particular attention to:
- Door height
- Door width
- Meter box type
- Position of the hinges
- Type and position of the hinge pins
- Lock or latch arrangement
Selecting the correct replacement door will make installation considerably easier.
Step 2: Remove the Existing Damaged Door
If the old meter box door is still attached, carefully remove it from the existing hinges.
With a pin hinged meter box door, the door is held in position using hinge pins rather than conventional screw-fixed hinges.
Once the damaged door has been removed, inspect the hinge points on the existing meter box and check that they're suitable for the new door.
Step 3: Fit the Replacement Pin Hinged Door
Position the replacement door against the meter box and align the hinge points.
Insert the lower hinge pin into the corresponding hinge point on the meter box.
With the bottom of the door correctly located, bring the door into position and secure the upper hinge pin.
The door should now be securely attached to the existing meter box.
Step 4: Check the Door Alignment
Once installed, carefully open and close the replacement door.
The door should move freely without catching against the meter box frame.
Check that it sits correctly within the existing enclosure and that the edges of the door align properly with the frame.
If the door doesn't sit correctly, check that both hinge pins have been properly located.
Step 5: Check the Lock and Latch
Finally, close the replacement door and check the locking or latching mechanism.
Make sure:
- The door opens and closes smoothly
- Both hinge pins are correctly located
- The door sits correctly against the frame
- The latch engages correctly
- The door can be securely closed
Once these checks have been completed, your replacement meter box door is ready to use.
Yes. If the main enclosure is still in good condition, it's often possible to replace a damaged meter box door without replacing the complete meter box.
Mitras offers a range of replacement doors and refurbishment components for existing gas and electricity meter boxes.
Replacing only the damaged component can make the repair quicker and less disruptive while extending the life of the existing meter box.
Mitras™ Replacement Meter Box Doors
Mitras™ Meterboxes offers replacement doors for a variety of existing meter box designs, including pin hinged models.
Replacement doors are available for a range of gas and electricity meter boxes, helping property owners, contractors and maintenance professionals repair damaged installations without unnecessarily replacing the complete enclosure.
Before choosing a replacement door, always check the dimensions and hinge arrangement of your existing meter box to ensure you select the correct model.
Watch the video above to see how to replace a pin hinged meter box door step by step.
