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!

  • GristleOP
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    21 year ago

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

    • @a_large_rock
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      11 year ago

      Just make sure to turn the power off at the box! You can get a cheap voltage detector to be sure.