I was hanging a ceiling fan in this room when I discovered that the mounting screw holes in the electrical box are stripped. My dad has suggested using JB Weld putty, letting it cure, drilling it out with a small bit and then using wood screws. I’m a first time homeowner and have neither the confidence nor the expertise to completely replace the box. Is my dad’s route the best course of action or is it a waste of time and/or dangerous to go that route? Thank you!

  • @DeaconBleu@lemmy.worldEnglish
    3•1 year ago

    I don’t like the idea of putting in putty and drilling it out, but it wouldn’t be the worst DIY hack that I have ever seen.

    Honestly though, switching out the box is not a particularly big deal. Seriously consider getting up there and getting a good look at it and check out a couple of youtube videos. You can get an old work box and throw it up between some rafters in a few minutes.

    • GristleOPEnglish
      2•1 year ago

      Gotcha, thanks, it seems like replacing that box is the consensus. Guess I’m gonna have to figure that out. Thank you!