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Learn how to drill into brick without a hammer drill. All you need is a regular drill, a quality masonry bit, and our step-by-step technique.

Learn if you can take cordless drill batteries on a plane. Spare lithium-ion batteries must be in your carry-on. See TSA rules for Wh limits.

Yes, you can drill into wood filler once fully cured. Learn which types, like epoxy, are strong enough to hold a screw for non-structural repairs.

Can an electric screwdriver drill holes? Yes, for light-duty tasks in soft materials like wood. Learn its capabilities and when a power drill is better.

Titanium drill bits are not designed for concrete and will quickly fail. Use a carbide-tipped masonry bit and a hammer drill for effective results.

A cordless screwdriver can work as a drill for light tasks. Learn its limitations, what materials you can drill, and when a dedicated drill is better.

While similar, an impact driver lacks the forward hammering action of a hammer drill needed for drilling into masonry like brick or concrete.

Learn why you can’t use SDS drill bits in a normal drill. The SDS shank is designed for a rotary hammer and won’t fit a standard three-jaw chuck.

Drilling into a concrete lintel is possible for light loads. Learn the right technique and tools to avoid damaging the structure or hitting rebar.

Yes, you can drill with an impact driver. Learn the pros and cons, which hex-shank bits to use, and when a standard drill is still a better choice.

Learn how drilling, fracking, and wastewater disposal can alter pressure on faults and induce seismic activity, including minor earthquakes.