Meter Box

[rickplummer]

What should the height of the meter box be from the ground surface? Where is this referenced in the NEC? Where should the measurements be taken?

 

[wmeek]

Re: Meter Box

The NEC does not reference the meter can. The meter can belongs to the Utility company. In my area its 4' to 6' to center of can , from grade level

 

[wmeek]

Re: Meter Box

Oops,my bad Atricle 312 does reference meter sockets. Need to check with your utility company for heights
sorry for the mishap

 

[charlie]

Re: Meter Box

Every electric utility has their own set of rules. What do you do for a utility that you would not know the answer to your own question?

 

[tom baker]

Re: Meter Box

The NEC does not require a utility meter. If one is installed the NEC wiring rules apply.