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Repairing holes left by wall plugs and screws

Plug and screw holes need repair that matches both depth and the surrounding surface finish.

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4 min read · practical guide

KEY POINTS

  • Show the hole close-up and from a distance.
  • State the wall finish.
  • Describe the previous fixing.

Practical guidance for repairing holes left by wall plugs and screws.

Assess the hole before filling it

Photograph the damaged area and state what was previously fixed there. Deep, loose or repeated holes can need more preparation than a simple surface fill.

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Practical checks for assess the hole before filling it

Show the hole close-up and from a distance. State the wall finish. Describe the previous fixing.

Check before the visit

  1. 01Show the hole close-up and from a distance.
  2. 02State the wall finish.
  3. 03Describe the previous fixing.

Common mistakes

  1. 01Filling a loose hole without stabilising the surrounding material.
  2. 02Proceeding without this basic check: State the wall finish.

Frequently asked questions

Can old plug holes be reused?

Sometimes, but only when the wall and hole condition support a safe new fixing.

What should I confirm before arranging assess the hole before filling it?

Show the hole close-up and from a distance. State the wall finish. Describe the previous fixing.

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