Questions about repairing or filling holes, or about what types of holes are necessary or permissible (such as in joists). For questions about *making* holes, consider the 'drill' tag.
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How do you plug an unused hole as per the NEC for a liquid tight enclosure?
I have been looking for a way to seal a liquid tight product using Listed blanking plugs / Cap-offs or similar to comply with the NEC (US National Electrical Code). We wanted to use Conduit Entry ...
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How do I cover nail holes in composite trim in a wet location?
We put up some composite trim using an 18 gauge air nailer, however, some of the nails did not go in all the way, mostly due to operator inexperience. What's the best way to cover up/remove the nails ...
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How can I patch a large hole in a metal bathtub?
My tub is rotting from the top and I'm not yet ready to replace it. Water collects along one of the short sides of the tub (not the end with the faucet, the opposite end) and that is rotting and now ...
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How should I fill a hole in an exterior wall?
I noticed a good sized hole in an exterior wall that allows wires and things to go from my AC unit into my basement.
The problem is that the hole is a good deal larger than it needs to be and there ...
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what substance should I use to refill a hole in wood?
I have a small wooden table (ikea) where the legs screw into the table top.
The hole - into which one of the legs screw in - became wider, so now the leg is wobbly.
How would I fix this?
Is there a ...
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Is it hazardous to leave a hole in the wall for a week or two?
Yesterday in a fit of manliness I accidentally punched a hole in the wall of my bedroom. I will eventually get some putty to fill in the hole but I'm concerned about the fibrous dust that may be in ...
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What is the best way to patch 3" holes in plaster
I have a number of ~3" holes in my plaster from where my walls were filled with insulation. (Why did they drill a 3" hole? I have no idea).
Obviously I would like to fill these holes in, but they ...
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How can I fill a screw hole so it can be used again?
My dishwasher attaches to the cabinets on the side via a screw. This hole has become a little stripped, is there a way to fill it in and then screw in to it again? I can't change the location of ...
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What to block a hole with to stop mice getting in?
I have heard rustling sounds coming from my exterior walls, which I am assuming is mice (or some other rodent) scurrying around in the hollow wall.
I have found a hole about 2 inches in diameter in ...
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Do the guidelines for holes in joists apply to band joists?
This question have a great answer with all the guidelines for drilling holes in joists.
The question: Are the guidelines the same for band joists?
A bit of context:
I'd like to add an exterior ...
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What cement product should I use to fix a hole in my slab?
I was removing old thinset and self-leveling cement in an area in preparation to tile it when the 6" chisel and demo hammer I was using sunk in to a specific spot. I found that this specific spot had ...
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what caused this new small dark hole on my hardwood floor recently?
I'm seeing a new small hole on my hardwood floor since last week. It almost looks like it was a black spot before and then it became a hole. Is this because I didn't maintain the floor? or is it some ...
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How can I fix a stripped hole in an aluminum piece?
I have a tripod head that is made of aluminum. In the head there is a small hole that houses a small screw that secures a quick-release plate. After some time the hole stripped and the screw no longer ...
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How can I re-use a hole in wall for ventilation?
I'm renovating my bedroom and found that there's a hole in the wall beneath the wallpaper. It was plugged, but the stuff in it was old and crappy, so I took it out. Now I've got a 20x20cm (~7.9x7.9in) ...
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Is this hole at the corner of the foundation major issue?
I am in the process of purchasing a home. I found the perfect home but of course, I found water stains in the basement walls (mostly close to the floor). I also noticed a small hole at the corner of ...
