What steps can I take to address this issue with the house I’m selling?
Asked by Gilles Gaillard 
3 months ago
Last Updated: August 14, 2024
Just realized this issue while getting ready to sell the house. Any ideas on how to address it?
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Use vice grips to carefully remove the old shank and replace it with a new anchor
Rab it with pliers and twist to the left until it comes out easily.
Consider welding a nut onto the piece and using a ratchet to back it out smoothly.
There are two options: get a new wire, swagger tool, and eye screw to redo the setup. Alternatively, replace the screw eye with a hook by unthreading the broken piece and attaching the hook.
If vise grips don’t work, try filing a flat surface on opposing sides for a better grip. Then, unscrew and replace the hardware.
Screw vice grips firmly onto the end piece and twist to the left to remove it. Fill the hole with wood filler and allow it to dry completely. Finally, twist in the new eye screw.
Make sure the cables are tight enough that a child can’t move them to avoid accidents. Wood filter may not be strong.
Try using wood toothpicks and wood glue or epoxy to fill the hole.
Golf tees are more effective if you have them. If the hole is too small, drill it out. If it’s too big, use golf tees and toothpicks as a compromise
Why bother filling the hole after removing the broken shaft? Seems clear that the wood is still intact. Just insert a new, identical hook bolt into the existing hole.
– Wood filler?
I see the point with the mole grips, but that seems more like concrete to me. The wood texture is likely from the formwork.
Depending on the type of hook, you may be able to either screw in a new one with the same plug, or if it’s a bolt type, you’d have to loosen it and replace the whole thing with a new one.
How would wood filler even help out?
Use vise grips to turn counterclockwise and remove the hardware. Then, replace it with new hardware.
To remove the screw, try using an extractor or pliers. Then, simply put in a new one. You might also consider getting a new sling, cutting the end clamp, or using a new hook with an open loop.
If it’s flush, grab a nut and a welder. Tack it and unscrew it. Sand down any slight burns.
If you have a welder available, welding the bolt back together and grinding it smooth could fix the issue. Otherwise, consider hiring a professional to avoid potential post-sale injuries.
There are two issues to address: finding a new attachment point on the wall and figuring out how to connect the eye/loop of the cable to the wall. One simple solution is to use a threaded eye hook (after removing the broken bolt) and looping the cable over it. The only downside is that it won’t match the others in appearance.
Following the lead of house flippers, you could try jb welding it back on and leaving it for the next owners…
Duct tape. Can never go wrong with duct tape.
Do you ever think about whether the other eye bolts are in good condition? Any thoughts on how it might have broken?
Hire someone who knows how to do it.
Riffin Doubravahire, consider hiring a cement contractor for the upper floor railing. It’s important to think about liability.
Replace the eye bolt, heat it up to widen it for the cable to fit over, bend it back, and you’re good to go
No need to worry, it won’t affect the sale. Just place a fake large house plant in front of it. Sell the house, collect the money, and move on without looking back.
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Looks like you have enough bolt to grab onto with a vise grip and back it out of the post. When it comes to the eye, you can try using a screwdriver and a hammer or two vise grips to widen the eye and remove the broken piece. Then, head to the hardware store and purchase a stainless steel eye bolt of the same size. Use your vise grips to open the eye wide enough to slide the cable through. Before that, screw the bolt into the post just deep enough to still be able to slide the cable onto the open eye. Close the eye with the vise grip and finish screwing it into the post. This should be secure enough to pass inspection.
Apply caulking
Add another hook
You have the option to install this one instead of https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oFppc4W
I wouldn’t recommend using that website, as it’s known to be vulnerable to hacking
Amazon can be a bit better, sometimes offering name brand items, but always be cautious as a buyer
You might be referring to Temu
Has never had any issues with aliexpress in the past
I received several physical letters from aliexpress apologizing for a data breach and offering a free credit score for a year.
Do you think that’s a wood or concrete post?
You can easily remove the old eye bolt using vice grips and replace it with a 10mm hook bolt. It’s a simple job to do.
We definitely need a structural engineer to take a look at that. Looks like there are some major issues.