Who is responsible for broken gas meter box?
The Institute of Gas Engineers and Managers states “consumers are responsible for gas meter box upkeep. Gas meter boxes can either be installed by the property owner or the supplier. Once installed the meter box is under the responsibility of the property owner for its maintenance.”
Do I need a lintel for a gas meter box?
A buildings weight is supported on the inside layer of masonary and as a Meter box only protrudes in to the outside layer then no lintel is needed.
How do you install a recessed gas meter box?
Boxes must be securely fitted and sealed with mastic. A 0.1mm thick polythene sheet or similar at least 700mm wide must be fitted as a damp proof course above and behind the box. The base of the box must be situated at least 500mm above ground level. There should NEVER be holes drilled into a built in meter box.
How do you open a meter cover?
To access your meters, you will first need to remove the center piece called the meter cover lid. A flathead screwdriver inserted into the small hole can be used to lift the lid. Set the lid down to the right side of the meter box. Use a flashlight to check for bees, spiders, snakes, and other potential threats.
How do you replace a broken gas meter box?
How to Replace a Gas Meter Box Door
- Step 1: Acquire a replacement gas meter box door.
- Step 2: Remove the damaged gas meter box door.
- Step 3: Fit in the new, replacement gas meter box door.
- Step 4: Close the new gas meter box door.
Should gas meter make noise?
Under normal operation, you will be able to hear gas moving through your meter; it makes a low whistling sound. Any other noises coming from your meter — clanking, squeaking, etc. — should be checked.
What is a box lintel?
Box lintels can be used for internal or external openings and with a variation of wall thicknesses. The Keystone box lintel has perforations along its length acting as a plaster key. The Keystone box lintel is designed to carry the full load of wet masonry as soon as it is installed.
Can a gas meter be boxed in?
Gas Meter Box Products. We offer a range of gas meter boxes which are available in various fits such as recessed, surface mounted and semi-buried. These external gas meter box units are perfect for both commercial and consumer use, offering the best in weatherproofing and overall protection for your meter.
Is your gas meter outside in a box on the ground?
Semi-concealed gas meters are usually found outside, and the sloped lid is usually brown. When you open the lid, the meter inside may be partially below ground level. If we’re not able to replace your meter yet, we’ll let you know as soon as we can.
How do you open a gas meter box?
On the outside of our house we have a white box which houses the gas meter. To open the box you use a yellow key which fits over the pyrimid bit sticking out. Well that bit has now snapped off which makes it very difficult getting in the box. I don’t really want to buy another box, is there anywhere that sells these catches?
Is there a catch for external gas box?
Does anyone have any suggestions for the following. On the outside of our house we have a white box which houses the gas meter. To open the box you use a yellow key which fits over the pyrimid bit sticking out. Well that bit has now snapped off which makes it very difficult getting in the box.
Do you need lintel for cavity gas meter box?
No lintel required, the opening is not very wide and it would only be supporting about five bricks, it’s only the bricks in a triangle above the hole (when you zig zag along the mortar joints up to meet in the middle above the opening) that are supported by a lintel, in this situation.
Where can I get a new meter box door?
Discussion in ‘ Electricians’ Talk ‘ started by sparky Si-Fi, May 4, 2004 . Probably a daft question,but does anyone know where I can get hold of a new door for my meter box,as the wind ripped it off and all my ‘gubbins’are now exposed to the elements!
