Drywall - hole for outlet bigger than faceplate

slinku2020

I'm in the process of hanging drywall in my basement and am cutting out the holes for switches and outlets by measuring from sides/top/bottom. Accidently, I cut one hole about an inch lower than it should be and so I had to cut another inch on the top to make it fit. Now the problem is that when I eventually finish and put a faceplate on it, a portion of the hole will show out.
What's the best way to cover that. If it helps, I still have access to the drywall sheet from the back as well (from framing side, that is).
Suggestions please.

Thanks!

4just1don

scrap piece of drywall or small piece of plywood BEHIND the area(can be glued and or screwed),,a small piece of drywall glued to that backerboard,,,tape and finish over THAT!!

RippySkippy

That will work great. In addition, when you're mudding, go around each box and fill in the gap between the box and the drywall...it'll take care of any oversized/overcut holes and make for a neater more professional look. Lightly sand before texturing or priming and you'll be good to go.

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jerryh3

You can try these outlet patches:
http://www.all-wall.com/acatalog/Str...ex.php#aSFOP20

Sir MixAlot

Yep!!

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slinku2020

Thank you all for the responses. I think I will try sticking a piece of wood behind it and glue a piece of drywall to cover up my mistake.

Thanks again.

devouru

You can also purchase over sized wall plates as well.

-JS