Do Junction Boxes Need to Be Accessible?

Junction box covers must remain accessible; they cannot be covered with drywall or other surface material. A junction box is most often used where an electrical circuit branches off in two or more directions from a location where an outlet or fixture is not practical.

Can junction boxes be concealed?

To conceal the junction box, the electrician or builder often adds drywall up to the sides of the box but leaves the front panel door open. This way, the box does not jut out from the wall.

Do Lighting junction boxes need accessible?

Junction boxes with screw terminals must be accessible for inspection... Junction boxes are commonly used during alterations and additions to an installation. With certain exceptions regulation 526.3 requires that every connection shall be accessible for inspection, testing and maintenance.