Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• inspect the box and surrounding fixings for damage or hidden cables

• isolate and make safe any electrical supplies or advise on arranging a qualified electrician

• disconnect coax, satellite and power leads and label them if re‑use is possible

• unmount and remove the box from wall, soffit or pole and make good the fixings

• seal or terminate abandoned cable entries to prevent water ingress and vermin

• remove and responsibly dispose of the unit and small waste, leaving the area tidy

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Typically 30 minutes–2 hours for a straightforward interior removal; external fixings, working at height or finding live mains can extend to 3–4 hours or require a follow‑up visit

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you qualified to isolate and work on any live electrical connections?

• will removing this box affect other flats or communal feeds?

• how will you terminate or cap abandoned cables and will you provide a photo of the finished work?

• do you include disposal and a waste receipt in the price?

• will you need loft, roof or neighbour access and can you confirm any additional charges for that access?

• what happens if you discover mould, rot or asbestos‑risk materials during removal?

How to Avoid Surprises

• confirm permission for communal or neighbour‑side equipment before the tradie arrives

• clear the area, move furniture and make loft/roof hatches accessible

• provide parking details or permits so the trader can bring ladders or a small van

• secure pets and keep children away from the work area

• tell the tradie if the box is high up or on a shared elevation so they can quote for safe access