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Making a floor hole Q and A.

Had to patch a large hole in the floor we intentionally cut. And why do we do this?

q - what is the hole for?

a- to load drywall

q- why not use a door or window

a- not big enough. We use 54 inch drywall

q- why is the drywall not smaller

a- less joints less taping and sanding better finish

q- who carries in the drywall and why can’t they do it themselves

a- they’d butcher it. Hack up the floor and make a patch very hard. Better to feed it to them the way I want it done

q- is this the easiest way to get drywall into the basement? Isn’t there wires and plumbing

a- see answer above. You’ve got to cut the hole smart. Reserve the pieces in such a way it goes back together with glue and screws so no squeek later.

Ready to patch. Blocking and glue everywhere

Just like that. A hole in the ground is a major safety issue. I fixed it as soon as I could. Drywall boarders we’re just a few hours behind me and I didn’t want them in the area of the patch until it was 100%