Water Meter Box in Basement?

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Water Meter Box in Basement?

Author: juvhag22 (MD)

Why would there be a grey water meter box in my basement floor? It's not even very close to where the water main enters the home (from underneath the floor) and where the shut-off valve is. This box is also not in the path of the water main as it enters (it enters to the left of the shut-off valve, this box is pretty far to the right of it as well as several feet inside the wall).

It's 12 inches x 14 inches. The words "Water Meter" are across the bottom with Jones Mfg Co being across the top.

Re: Water Meter Box in Basement?
Author: packy (MA) you don't have a second meter for outside water use only. do you??
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Re: Water Meter Box in Basement?
Author: hj (AZ) Just because it says "water meter" does not necessarily mean that is what it is. Pull the cover off and see what is down there.
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Re: Water Meter Box in Basement?
Author: m & m (MD) It may have been used for another purpose, like a future basement bathroom tub or shower drain.
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Thanks
Author: juvhag22 (MD) Thanks ... the shower / bath drain rough-in makes sense. I might try and also Google it so I can find a key Edited 1 times.
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