Hole covers for permanent house?

[hoggs222]

I've got holes that are 12"x12". I'd like to replace the wooden hole covers with something else. I've seen the round covers (12") with the square housing for sale & was wondering if anyone has used these? Is a 10" auger OK to use? I was just wondering if that would be good considering that a 10" auger isn't going to cut straight down most of the time, especially when redrilling holes.

[Ears]

I am pretty sure the opening in the square cover is the same as the round. I have the round holes from that company and my 10" works just fine. I also use the auger mate and that works slick!! No more shoveling out your house after augering the holes. So I don't think you would have any problem with it fitting.

[perchman]

Ive got the covers and they are nice.. .pickle buckets fit perfect in them, protects the side when drilling, and keeps wind out for later.

[hoggs222]

Thanks for the tip on the pickle buckets! Where did you get the covers? Do you think that somebody at the ice fishing show would have them?

[Everclear]

The brand name is "Catch Covers" just google the name and you will find pictures and order info. They are the way to go! Tight/clean installation, cuts way down on drafts. Use a five gallon bucket with a goodlip around the outside or buy their inserts. I use a 10" auger and it works just fine.

[crappace]

I have a 10 inch auger with no spike in the middle to keep the bit in one spot. This presents a slight problem if it hops too far off center and starts augering. I sometimes have more of an angle on a hole or two than i would prefer. If you had a 10 inch with a spike ( power point or whatever its called ) in the middle you would be just fine.