The present invention is a junction box cover for use in conjunction with a junction box. The junction box cover includes a plate element having a rim portion, an elevated portion, and a transition portion connecting the rim portion with the elevated portion. The plate element has at least one slot on the rim portion, which is configured to accept a fastening mechanism. In operation, the junction box cover is placed over an open side of the junction box, and the junction box cover is secured to the junction box via the fastening mechanism extending through the slot.