Tiny nail and screw holes are the easiest to fix. Use a putty knife to fill them with spackling or wall joint compound. Allow the area to dry, then sand lightly. Anything larger must be covered with a bridging material for strength before patching compound can be applied.
What to use to fill holes in basement walls?
If there are openings between the soil and the basement wall, use a filler, such as pea gravel, in the holes. If there's lots of excess groundwater, you may need to install a sump pump to drain the excess.Jun 14, 2011
What do you use to patch basement walls?
Basement wall repairs are best done with a caulking gun and an epoxy-based resin. To heal most cracks, particularly those in the mortar between concrete block, you can place the tip of the tube of epoxy into the crack and squeeze the trigger to apply the sealant.
What do you use to fill holes in cement?
Most holes can be fixed with a quality mortar mix, although you should use one with a crushed stone aggregate to fill holes over 1 in (2.5 cm) deep. Treat holes as soon as you find them so you can prevent water and rodents from further damaging the concrete and getting into your home.
How do you fix a hole in a concrete basement wall?