Author: Jake Carter

A hammer drill cannot be used as an impact driver. Hammer drills use forward blows for masonry, while impact drivers use rotational torque for screws.

Yes, drilling wood can cause a fire. Intense friction from a drill bit creates extreme heat that can ignite fine, combustible sawdust.

Yes, you can use a metal drill bit for wood, but it’s not ideal. Learn why it can cause splintering and when to use a wood bit for a clean hole.

Learn why you can’t use an SDS bit in a normal drill. An SDS bit has a special shank that won’t fit or work safely in a standard three-jaw chuck.

Learn if you can use a screwdriver instead of a drill. We explain when it’s possible, the best techniques, and when a power drill is essential.

Using a metal drill bit on concrete will ruin the bit and be ineffective. Learn why a carbide-tipped masonry bit is essential for the job.

Explore the pros and cons of drilled and slotted rotors. Learn if the improved cooling and stopping power are worth the cost for your driving style.

An impact driver can drill into concrete, but it’s not ideal. Learn its limits and why a hammer drill is the best tool for drilling into masonry.

Yes, you can drill through concrete. Learn the proper technique using a hammer drill and masonry bit for a clean, successful hole. Safety tips included.

Yes! Learn how to drill holes with an impact driver, the special hex-shank bits you’ll need, and when it’s a better choice than a standard drill.

Learn if you can take a drill on a plane. Power drills and bits are prohibited in carry-on luggage but are allowed in checked bags. Check battery rules.

Can you bring a drill on a plane? Yes, TSA allows drills in carry-on or checked bags. Drill bits over 7″ must be checked. Check rules for batteries.