Something went into my garage and plugged all the outlet holes with mud. I suspect some sort of wasp or other insect. The mud is really packed, and I cant force a plug into them. The ground holes are the worst. Anyone know how to clean them? Obviously I will shut off the breaker first. It's amazing what stupid damages can occur when no one is looking....
Outlet holes on a garage??? Do you mean electrical outlets?
Replace them, receptacles are cheap.
Here in AZ, bug problems are so bad that it is common practice to apply a thin bead of caulk to the back edge of the cover plate to keep bugs out.
If you're having wasp problems from the front side, use those child-protection plugs when the outlet is not being used.
...Jim Thompson
I wouldn't bother trying to salvage them. Just replace them. You might want to look into having outlets that have covers.
Ron
On Sun, 4 Jan 2004 11:03:56 -0500, "Ron" wrote (with possible editing):
If you can't find outlets with covers or don't want to spend the money, then use the plastic inserts used to child-proof outlets.
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