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When do I require a Universal Overbox?

Meter Box Repair

When do I require a Universal Overbox?

The Ritherdon Universal Overbox is a one size fits all solution for Meter Boxes. When a correct size cannot be chosen from our range the Universal Overbox measuring in at 810h x 660w x 100d would fit most boxes in situ.      

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How do your Meter Box Repair Units work?

Meter Box Repair

How do your Meter Box Repair Units work?

External electricity & gas meters on domestic properties are usually installed in glass reinforced plastic (GRP) enclosures. However, these meter boxes are susceptible to damage from vandalism, the wind catching loose doors and general wear and tear. These units are a quick and robust method for meter box repair. Designed to cover all the accessible GRP with powder-coated steel, without having the cost of disconnecting the meter. Ritherdon Door and Frame units provide a cost-effective solution to this problem.

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Do you sell GRP Meter Boxes?

Meter Box Repair

Do you sell GRP Meter Boxes?

At Ritherdon we only manufacture our Meter Boxes & Meter Box Repair Units from steel and stainless steel. We feel using these materials give us a stronger, more reliable product standing up better to accidental or malicious damage as well as fairing better out in the elements. This is more prevalent when repairing already damaged GRP meter boxes as these have already been damaged or become brittle over time and lost their integrity, to be replaced with a stronger, longer lasting product without the need of constant maintenance.   GRP meter boxes come in all shapes and sizes and as a...

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What is a Sales Acknowledgement?

What is a Sales Acknowledgement?

A Sales Acknowledgement is a copy of your orders details sent to you by email after your order is placed. This will show all information received by us for you to confirm everything is correct. The Sales Acknowledgement also includes an expected delivery date depending on stock status and current lead times. 1. Sales Order Number. 2. Customer Purchase Order Number. 3. Date of Order. 4. Invoice Address. 5. Description of Goods Ordered. 6. Price per Item Excluding VAT. 7. Expected Delivery Date. 8. Delivery Address. 9. Total Amount of Order Excluding & Including VAT.

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When will I receive my order? What are your lead times?

Meter Box Repair

When will I receive my order? What are your lead times?

  • Meter box repair units and most stock items are shipped within 48 hours.
  • Pillars and cabinets are shipped in 3-5 working days. 
  • Larger enclosures and speciality products have a 3-4 week lead time. 

We always aim to deliver as soon as possible and we send the item as soon as it is ready to leave our factory.

We send an order notification and a second sales order acknowledgement with a required date. This is the best indication of when you will receive the item. 

If an item is urgent, please give us a call, we'll be happy to help.

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