Abstract: The present invention concerns a means of closing an electrical junction or device box utilizing a cover plate means wherein the electrical junction or device box is not easily accessible. The device of the invention permits the user to securely affix the cover plate means to the electrical junction or device box while standing at ground level and without the necessity of mounting a ladder or scaffolding. The device and system of the present invention allows the user to remotely affix the cover means to the junction or electrical box using a rigid telescoping pole and, after affixing the said cover means, permits the user to remove the telescoping pole leaving the cover plate securely affixed in place over the junction or device box location, thereby presenting a finished cover plate which is neat in appearance and which meets electrical code requirements.