Best hammer drills for DIY projects
Tough tools for tough jobs. (El Alce Web via Unsplash/)Many people have electric drills in their home tool kit, but if you’ve ever tried using one for boring into masonry, you know they often come up short. That’s when you reach for a hammer drill. As the name implies, these tools apply a percussive force to the drill—it’s kind of like smacking the back of it while it’s turning. This added force helps it drive through brick and mortar. In many ways, it’s like combining a drill with a jackhammer.You can turn the hammer function off on many hammer drills, turning them into electric drivers. However, they’re often heavier and bulkier than their cousins, so many people prefer to own both tools. While both use standard types of bits to drill, hammer drills require a special carbide-tipped bit designed for masonry work.While hammer drills often cost more than electric drill/drivers,...