I have had sever successful hack repairs. A weak kettle switch strengthened by construction glue and hanger wire drilled through the plastic.

A washable force air filter frame reinforced by a glued on plastic sheet.

The $80 car antenna that broke off in an unfortunately time garage door close also fixed with glue and museum putty(just for stability till the glue dried).

I am a maker, breaker and a fixer. Keep it out of the trash.