Abstract: An electric meter installing device which includes an annular shield plate having detachably secured thereto, a generally cylindrical housing. A pair of handles project from opposite sides of the housing and are spaced from the shield plate. A suction cup is mounted in the opposite side of the housing from that which is adjacent, and detachably connected to, the shield plate. A backup ring is secured to the inside of the housing and extends concentrically around the suction cup. The backup ring functions as a stop or abutment contacting one side of an electrical meter housing during installation with the device of the invention. A protuberant finger extends from one edge of the suction cup through the housing to permit the suction cup to be released from engagement with the housing of the electric meter to be installed.