Removal of the cover plate of the household electrical distribution box

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Unscrew the cover plate with a screwdriver, then unscrew the receptacle from the box. POST a QUESTION or COMMENT about life safety hazards during touching or removing the cover on an electrical panel or fuse box. It's much better to take the time to remove these than try to paint and cut around and get a perfect line or anything else because if you want to change it, the design later, you don't have a line of a paint line around. Replacing an old junction box can be a daunting task, but with the right tools and instructions, you can do it safely and efficiently. First and foremost, you must turn off the power to the box before attempting to remove it.

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