Reddit reviews Arlington BE1-5 Electrical Outlet Box Extender, 1-Gang, White, 5-Pack
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Used for extending set back electrical boxes up to 1-1/2-inches, levels and supports wiring deviceAutomatically levels and supports outlets, switches, GFCIs, and other standard devicesWorks with handy boxes and 4-inch square electrical boxes with plaster rings for single switchesManufactured from 94VO rated flame retardant plastic for safer installations, two hour fire ratingCompliant with 2008 NEC Article 314.2Used for extending set back electrical boxes up to 1-1/2-Inch, levels and supports wiring deviceAutomatically levels and supports outlets, switches, GFCIs, and other standard devicesAlso used for handy boxes and 4-Inch square electrical boxes with plaster rings for single switches or receptaclesManufactured from 94VO rated flame retardant plastic for safer installations, two hour fire ratingCompliant with 2008 NEC Article 314.2
Either the electrician fucked up installing boxes (before drywall install) or the builder used thicker drywall than the electrician assumed. The boxes should be flush with the drywall. If the boxes are close to flush (e.g. maybe 1/8" or less) I wouldn't worry about it. But if not, the fix is easy: get some of these.
Jumper is cut between two neutral screws. Connect a wire jumper. Can't see if phase conductor side is cut. There might be a reason this jumper(s) is cut. Sheetrock mud or mortar isn't the proper jumper. Outlet ears and strap are bent all out of shape. Bend to proper configuration or buy new outlet.
Since there isn't a wire connected to the ground, assume one isn't in the box. Replace outlet with two wire outlet. The type with no ground hole. Can also be replaced with GFCI outlet.Box too far back in the wall. Needs a box extension like this. Screws are 6/32.Edit: Didn't see second image. Improper ground screw in box. Where is the joint that would be present if there were two ground wires?
I struggled and struggled with these small metal boxes in my house built in 1972 until I was shown the solution...
If you get a get a hacksaw you can cut the nail(s) holding the box to the wall stud and remove the box. Replace it with a new box from your local home center. A couple minutes sawing the nail, then a few minutes pulling the wires into the new box, then a minute screwing the new box to the wall.
Bonus tip... if you find your outlets and switches aren't sitting flush with the faceplate, these things are excellent!
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