An integral part of a water supply system used to measure and track the water use in residential, commercial and industrial premises is a water meter box, often known as a water meter pit or enclosure. The management of water distribution and billing procedures, guaranteeing efficient water usage, and preventing unauthorized access or tampering all depend on this inconspicuous underground or surface-level box.

1. Function and purpose

Meter protection: Water meters are housed in water meter boxes, which act as protective enclosures. They protect the meter from outside factors like soil, debris, and temperature changes, ensuring its accuracy and longevity.

Readability: These boxes make it simple to access the water meter for measurements. Without having to dig it up, water utility staff can access the meter, saving time and labor.
Security: The box provides protection from meter tampering or theft. In order to prevent unauthorized entry, it usually has a lockable lid or cover.
2. Various Water Meter Box Types:

Surface-Level Boxes: These are frequently utilized where the water mains are shallow. With a removable lid and ground-level placement, they are simple to access for reading and upkeep.
Water meter boxes are positioned underground in locations with deeper water mains (in-ground boxes). A surface-mounted cover or lid is used, and a box that extends underground.