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Topic: Drilling holes in concrete

Posted By: ACinSC
Subject: Drilling holes in concrete
Date Posted: 17 Nov 2025 at 2:43pm

Drilled 4 today. Brand new concrete bit. Went well for about an inch. Then it was tough. Does a hammer drill make much difference? I have more to do, Thanks

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Posted By: Coke-in-MN
Date Posted: 17 Nov 2025 at 2:56pm

Big Difference with a hammer drill -bigger the unit the better and faster the drill works .

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Posted By: Trawler II
Date Posted: 17 Nov 2025 at 3:27pm

A rotary hammer drill and SDS bit will be a night and day difference. If you have a lot of holes to drill renting a rotary hammer drill and purchasing a bit is the way to go. SDS bits are a bit expensive compared to standard carbide, with a lot of holes to drill they are a bargain.

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Posted By: DMiller
Date Posted: 17 Nov 2025 at 4:39pm

If has Creek rock in the mix is like drilling granite.