Systems and methods for mounting electrical devices such that they appear “flush” with a finished wall. The systems include specialized back boxes, mud rings, faceplates, and other tools that are installed and used during the mounting process. The mounting process includes a specific series of steps that take place during construction and wall finishing, including that mud or other finishing material is used to both “hide” the mounting system and lock it into place The systems and methods allow for full usage of existing electrical devices such as electric outlets, light switches, and USB connectors, with an improved visual appearance over existing electrical plates that sit on top of the wall.

An electrical device enclosure is provided that includes an electrical device; a telescoping support member having the electrical device supported thereon; an electrical device region, the telescoping support member being configured to move the electrical device into a stored position in a first space defined in the electrical device region and to move the electrical device into a deployed position outside of the first space; and a hood pivotally connected to the electrical device for movement between a hooded position and an unhooded position. The hood and electrical device region have cooperating surfaces, the cooperating surfaces being configured and positioned so that movement of the electrical device to the stored position moves the hood into sealed contact with the electrical device to define a weather-tight space around the electrical device.

A flush mountable electrical apparatus, according to an example, includes an electrical apparatus including a junction box having an open end, an electrical device positioned within the junction box, and a first cover plate to cover the open end of the junction box. The flush mountable electrical apparatus further includes a second cover plate attached to the first cover plate, and a mounting plate to be mounted over a recess in a mounting surface. The mounting plate includes a first opening sized to allow the electrical apparatus to be inserted through the first opening and into the recess. The second cover plate is configured to be attached to the mounting plate to secure the electrical apparatus in position within the recess.

A flush mountable electrical apparatus, according to an example, includes an electrical apparatus including a junction box having an open end, an electrical device positioned within the junction box, and a first cover plate to cover the open end of the junction box. The flush mountable electrical apparatus further includes a second cover plate attached to the first cover plate, and a mounting plate to be mounted over a recess in a mounting surface. The mounting plate includes a first opening sized to allow the electrical apparatus to be inserted through the first opening and into the recess. The second cover plate is configured to be attached to the mounting plate to secure the electrical apparatus in position within the recess.

An apparatus for minimizing or preventing an electric shock to a user, such as, e.g., a technician or an electrician, during servicing of an electrical junction box, such as, e.g., located within a home, office building, or facility. Typically, in construction of commercial, industrial and some residential spaces, building codes require the use of a metal conduit, for holding electrical wires, which may terminate at the junction box. Servicing of the junction box may include, but is not limited to, the installation, removal or trouble shooting of the box and/or its contents contained within. Electrical assemblies are frequently crowded environments in which it can be dangerous or difficult to handle components with the fingers. During usage, the apparatus may encompass an entire device on both left and right sides to prevent an electrical conductor, such as, e.g., another switch, outlet, mud ring, or junction box, from touching the device thereby minimizing the possibility of shorting an electrical connection during the servicing of the device, while the top and bottom portions may comprise openings for the device's mounting strap or yoke to protrude from.

An apparatus for minimizing or preventing an electric shock to a user, such as, e.g., a technician or an electrician, during servicing of an electrical junction box, such as, e.g., located within a home, office building, or facility. Typically, in construction of commercial, industrial and some residential spaces, building codes require the use of a metal conduit, for holding electrical wires, which may terminate at the junction box. Servicing of the junction box may include, but is not limited to, the installation, removal or trouble shooting of the box and/or its contents contained within. Electrical assemblies are frequently crowded environments in which it can be dangerous or difficult to handle components with the fingers. During usage, the apparatus may encompass an entire device on both left and right sides to prevent an electrical conductor, such as, e.g., another switch, outlet, mud ring, or junction box, from touching the device thereby minimizing the possibility of shorting an electrical connection during the servicing of the device, while the top and bottom portions may comprise openings for the device's mounting strap or yoke to protrude from.

A junction box cover assembly for attachment over an opening in an electrical junction box allows for a concealed connection to avoid detracting from the lighting fixture. The assembly includes a cover plate capable of being mounted to a junction box, the'cover plate having an opening there through defined by a first threaded collar extending from the cover plate, a hub having a flange radially extending from a periphery of a second threaded collar defining a passage and configured to attach to the first threaded collar of the cover plate, and a circular insert detachably connected within the passage defined by the threaded collar, the circular insert having an opening for passing electrical wiring from the junction box through the passage, out the insert opening and to a light fixture. The cover plate and the radially extending flange somewhat sandwich a surface, such as drywall or wallboard, and the flange is configured to permit covering with spackling paste or joint compound to conceal the flange.

A junction box cover assembly for attachment over an opening in an electrical junction box allows for a concealed connection to avoid detracting from the lighting fixture. The assembly includes a cover plate capable of being mounted to a junction box, the'cover plate having an opening there through defined by a first threaded collar extending from the cover plate, a hub having a flange radially extending from a periphery of a second threaded collar defining a passage and configured to attach to the first threaded collar of the cover plate, and a circular insert detachably connected within the passage defined by the threaded collar, the circular insert having an opening for passing electrical wiring from the junction box through the passage, out the insert opening and to a light fixture. The cover plate and the radially extending flange somewhat sandwich a surface, such as drywall or wallboard, and the flange is configured to permit covering with spackling paste or joint compound to conceal the flange.

An electrical box with a peripheral flange and channel element which in shape and placement provides and vapor sealing of wall assemblies and also facilitates wall assembly construction. The flange will consist of a generally flat surface connected to a channel which in turn will be attached to electrical box bodies of various sizes and shapes. In addition, the electrical box may employ rectangular elements with optional integral holes attached to the box body for fastening the box to wall or ceiling assembly materials.

Disclosed are adapters for switches and outlets that allow switches and outlets to be moved laterally within the electrical box to accommodate wall features that are located adjacent to the electrical box.