A hole in the wall underneath the bathroom sink, like the
picture above, doesn't create a structural problem and it really doesn't
create a cosmetic problem, as long as the cabinet doors remain closed.
It does however create a problem for insects and rodents. If this area
isn't repaired and sealed up correctly, there's a small chance, that
this could be the perfect home for a rat or mouse.
If you don't have a rodents or insect problem and it doesn't bother you
to look at a hole in the wall under your bathroom sink and this isn't up
against an exterior wall, it's your choice, whether you think you need
to fix this or not.
If the other side of the bathroom wall is the building exterior, you
could be creating a problem with your home insulation. This large hole
underneath the bathroom sink could provide a nice spot for exterior air
to enter your home. This could eventually create problems with your
heating and cooling bills.
Home Repair Tip: If you just wanted a quick fix that wouldn't cost much
money and you didn't really care what it looked like. You could always
go down to your local home improvement center and purchase some
insulation foam to spray into the hole. The foam will expand and seal up
the hole.
Another home repair method would be to, cut a piece of drywall, install
it and finish it, to make the correct home repair.
Another option would be to glue, screw or nail a couple of scrap pieces
over the hole, to cover it up. Be careful though, if you're using screws
or nails, to avoid hitting any of the plumbing pipes. Sometimes glue
might work better in situations like this.
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