Best way to drill a hole in cement or masonry in 5 minutes and screw it down

Bought some Tapcon brand screws and used the included drill bit to make a hole in my backyard to screw down my gazebo cover.

[@as-seen-in_youtube.]

Good demonstration. Thank you for uploading. Didn’t beat around the bush or used annoying music. Straight to the point 👍

[@agrippa7712]

There are way better way then this, like drop in anchors.. this is a dislike button.

[@rodneyspence7441]

Just a few points that should be added when using tapcons. You generally want to drill a pilot hole thats 1/16” inch smaller than the screw diameter eg for 5/16” tapcon use 4/16” = 1/4” drill bit and it usually tells u on the drill bit box. You want a pilot hole that matches the core diameter of the screw - not the outer thread diameter obviously. To prevent bit wander when starting the hole use an even smaller bit and then switch to the pilot bit. Also drill about 1/4” -1/2” inch deeper than the screw depth in the concrete to prevent the screw from hitting debris sitting in the bottom of the hole. And blow out or shop vacuum out debris from hole after drilling.

[@northvalleychiropractic]

This was the whole reason I tapped on this video. I read your response and started laughing... Thank you. Nailed it!

[@rochoa9520]

Thank you

[@JB-lr1tf]

Thank you

[@winstonkiddjr.3540]

Thanks for this information. This was very helpfull

[@dr.toniy.pender1947]

Thank you for this video. Very useful for DIY ideas.

[@suptarotangel]

Good job !

[@josephscott7054]

thank you I used this info today.

[@colinhudson9041]

I do a lot of concrete/ steelwork and never used those tbh . Always used M12 / M10 Rawl bolts with chemical anchor to bolt to concrete and usually 70mm / 150mm deep for short post ( ie 1m / 3 foot ) .

[@Infrared1967]

Thanks. I didn't know what to buy. Now I do. I'm off to the store.

[@mst5158]

@colin Hudson would this work for costco gazebo?

[@expertopinion8111]

Should you use a drill bit first ?? Putting up a TV mount and electric fireplace on cement wall what bit and screws should I use thanks

[@expertopinion8111]

What size again and can this be purchased at local home depot ?? And what kind of drill bit thanks??

[@michaelwinter8633]

Its best to remove the drill bit from the hole as ur drilling. Helps prevent clog build up.

[@braaitongs]

When anchoring into concrete, how big should the hole be relative to the size of the screw?

[@wildwoodtop]

Good Job Son! 🤟

[@mckeon1960]

How would you fix one to cobblelock patio ,do you or anyone know please

[@6lr6ak6]

I'd have used 7.5x75 ground anchor bolts, those tapcons can snap when tightening.

[@crazey4utube]

I need to srew into a stone fireplace to hang a mantle . How do I do that? Or who do I call for paid installation?

[@winstonkiddjr.3540]

Good video. However it would help to know what size drill bit , & what size anchors & how deep to drill🤷‍♂️ ijs

[@yuyasuzuki720]

Can I use the same method for pavers?

[@ProperContent6513]

Such shoddy workmanship!

[@waheedmalik6120]

My slab is 4cm thick. Can i drill straight through and use an anchor?

[@MiLeo198]

Hi, what poles brand are you using?

[@harpernesbitt5381]

Can you do this on stamped concrete driveway?

[@carolinej3661]

details....drill bit size, screw size.....what's a "hammer drill?"

[@HopeDrive]

Just rent a hammer drill trying to drill hard cement floor with no luck. What did I do wrong?

[@gibsonphoto]

Me too!

[@gg-gn3re]

Just buy one. The cheap ones that plug in are like $20

[@paolobonete5429]

What is the minimum amp that works best on concrete? I have 7 amp power drill, seems to take me forever to make a hole

[@hkmedia7185]

Mine is just a $20 Hammer drill from Harbor Freight Tools made by Chicago brand. The hammer option really helps to speed things up.

[@JackTRyan]

3/8” holes, 3” deep took me 15 minutes EACH. Then I started using a smaller diameter masonary bit, then the 3/8”. Seemed to go quicker. Plus I had to REALLY push hard on the concrete I was drilling into. By that time I didn’t care if I fried the drill or smoked the bit. Guess what? It went faster when I really pushed hard.

[@gibsonphoto]

@@JackTRyan I'm having the same problem now. Drilling 8, 1/2" holes in concrete I poured 20 years ago. Started with carbide tip that came with anchors and battery powered Milwaukee drill motor. Very slow. Went to hardware store and rented hammer drill and bought 1/2" bit made for hammer drill After about 3 minutes, still only 1" deep. (first hole). Guess I'll just push harder.

[@gg-gn3re]

@@JackTRyan hammer function makes all the difference. You can have most powerful drill in the world and some junk hammer drill will work better for concrete. Make sure you also use masonry bits of course (which you are so no issues there)

[@soleslayer91]

Can these be removed and used again? Same hole?

[@leopldoalvarez]

you need another drill for them screws lol

[@mistervacation23]

Beaver starts playing with his father's unplugged drill. When Larry comes over, he tries to goad Beaver into plugging it in to drill real holes. Knowing he isn't supposed to play with his father's tools, Beaver refuses. But Beaver doesn't stop Larry from doing it, with Beaver even holding the piece of wood Larry is going to drill into up against the garage wall. When the resulting drill holes result in holes in the garage wall as well, Beaver knows he's going to get into trouble when his father sees what happened. Indeed, Ward feels that the incident is more Beaver's fault than Larry's fault since Beaver knew directly from Ward previously that he was not to play with his tools. Angry that he is being punished for what he believes is not his fault, Beaver not only tells his father that he is going to run away, but defiantly (at first) walks out of the house in front of his father. But when Ward lets him go, Beaver seems confused but leaves anyway. The battle of wills is now not only between Ward and Beaver, but also between Ward and June who doesn't care about anything except the welfare of her son, even after they find out that Beaver is fine and over at the Mondello's. Wally is the one who provides the voice of reason, or at least the voice of what it feels like to be a child pushed into a corner.

[@DonaldFant]

The Rachet starter kit is hard to watch.

[@lovinglife2945]

What size tap con screws are those ?

[@lovinglife2945]

Never mind. He says 2 3/4 at the 2:20 mark.

[@johnsellers2999]

But they are probably 3/16 screws by 2 3/4 long. I know you use a 3/16 drill bit for them.

[@johnsellers2999]

I would rather use the drive in cement anchors over those tapcons any day.

[@djl523]

I've used the Tapcon screws for several jobs and with great results. A few tips: 1. drill about 1/4" deeper than the screw length; 2. Keep the cement dust out of the hole. You can do that by raising the drill a few times while drilling, bringing more concrete dust with it. Use a shop vac to clean up the concrete dust for crying out loud! :-) That dust can compact at the bottom of the hole, making it difficult to tighten the screw all the way; a final air blaster at the end can get the remainder out; 3. Be sure to wear a good dust mask (at least N95) and safety glasses

[@thelog86]

1st timer. Should always blow the dust out of hole. It will stop the screw

[@justinarkin]

He clearly stated this was the first time he’s done this. Pay attention

[@marc2797]

LOL is it me or did it take 10 minutes to do the 5 minute project . Just having some fun with the title.

[@pauldeahl3980]

When drilling block and concrete use the following: 1. Masonary bits 2. High speed on drill 3. Hammer drill selection

[@lolastarsandstripes]

What about with reinforced concrete?

[@colby9743]

Thank you for this info.✨

[@colby9743]

@@lolastarsandstripes I'm having a fake blonde moment. What's does reinforce concrete mean🤷🏼‍♀️

[@tonray9395]

@@colby9743 Probably referring to concrete with rebar or steel mesh...just have to make sure you don't hit the rebar

[@JackTRyan]

@@tonray9395 Yeah, just make sure you don’t…LOL.

[@alexthan5491]

Awesome. I'm gonna do this..any idea if the surface is sloped?

[@hkmedia7185]

Pretty much the same way even if it's sloped.

[@jakee8704]

Add some composite shims under the lowest part of the slope

[@ljn4720]

I lost it when he screwed the tapcon in with a socket wrench. Where are the power tools my man? Lol. I guess you got the job done though.

[@agrippa7712]

I lost it when he was using tapco instead of 3/8 x 1” 1/2 drop-in anchors

[@misteramerica5893]

@@agrippa7712 I am attempting a similar repair. What is a drop in anchor and why is it better?

[@dj69brisbane]

"Turn the screw by hand for the last couple of revolutions. By doing this, you exert less torque and prevent the Tapcon screw from stripping the threads tapped into the base material."

[@agrippa7712]

@@misteramerica5893 use drop-in-anchors, ask the guys at your hardware store they’ll know and hopefully walk you through it.. good luck

[@GLMracing]

I lost it when he was using a 1/4" ratchet

[@tinman7249]

Thank you! I have the exact same need. My plan is to use Tapcon 5/16-in x 2-1/4-in screws with my 1/4-in drill bit. I wonder how your project turn out after a year? Did you ended up installing 4 screws?

[@jakee8704]

I doubt he put any more in..pure redundancy unless your getting serious winds.

[@winstonkiddjr.3540]

Tried the exact same thing. However it didn't work. Screw stoll didn't catch🤷‍♂️WTF

[@Sunnbuzz]

@@winstonkiddjr.3540 I"ll give you a priceless tip when screwing into masonry that will always work,. Remove the sheathing from regular electrical wire (15 amp or 20). Then cut a piece of the copper wire at a depth of the hole you drilled. stick it in the hole and then put the screw in. Turn it just a touch and then tighten it with an impact driver (this will not work manually unless you are the Hulk lol). The copper wire binds with the screw and that screw will NEVER move !. Works great if you don't have Tapcons, you can just use a deck screw with a star or Robinson head, and a piece of the copper wire (don't use Philips heads the screw gets so tight it will strip out the Philips) Always use the correct drill bit, you can look it up on the Web, some brick is very brittle and you'll get play, using an epoxy into the hole is another great tip but then you have to wait for it to set, the wire is one and done ! '

[@duringreyowl2588]

Not bad for a temporary hold.

[@mz_martina]

Why would this be a temporary hold?

[@CP-yh5wo]

Can you use an impact drill instead?

[@66wow99]

You can but takes longer. Using an impact drill does not have the "chipping" action in it.

[@jcfpv3454]

Setup by my employer worry everyday I will die from silicosis from drilling into concrete the dust is fatal with no hope please help spread awareness.

[@Infrared1967]

Do you wear a mask?

[@jcfpv3454]

Wasn't provided one or told I needed one now its gonna destroy my life

[@ladyannc446]

can you just put cement over that?

[@bpet6990]

Ofcourse…you can also pee over that…no problem

[@777fiddlekrazy]

Yo!! *******Speed drive those Tapcons to keep the screws metal from heating under stress!! USE A DRILL AND DRIVER AND STOP JUST AS SOON AS TAPCON REACHES THE METAL BASE. Otherwise you risk not only decreasing the concrete grab but, you also risk heating and snapping tapcon!!******* Use a Drill(no hammer) with a driver!!

[@erionmccurdy7857]

Why not set the foot / base where he wants it and drill down through that instead drilling the holes separate and move the base ? especially if the whole project is heavy and hard to move... (Just Extra Steps)

[@ItsAustinSea]

its doable, but you can damage the holes in the base that way with the drill bit. also makes it difficult to maneuver the drill for the correct angle straight down

[@patcupolo9274]

Why not use power drill to fasten tap cons😁

[@nilsfrahm1323]

Power drill without two mechanical speeds has low torque, high speed. You may adjust the speed from trigger or dial, but at low speed, motor has weakest torque. If you try to use such drill to fasten tap cons which are hard to turn, motor will stall, unable to start rotating the tap cons, will overheat very quickly and you can burn the drill. Drills have a plastic fan blade, to cool the motor, but when motor does not turn at high speeds, fan does nothing and heat accumulates in the motor rotor, burning it if not careful. So you need to have gear multiplier, i.e. two speed drill, to make it easier for motor to turn tap cons, without jamming and overheating.

[@everss02]

the heads snap off easy on them

[@jakee8704]

@@everss02 yeah especially with an impact driver

[@thomasschafer7268]

Haha. Bosch sds. Your maschine is from1970. Forget this screws. Fischer faz 2.

[@JoHa-dl5zr]

Best way..??? You just drilled..

[@jdubya54]

Excellent video. Why you using your son’s rachet😅

[@tuxnoel]

Use plastic fischers

[@1320Jason]

10 minutes

[@jamesrichardson63]

Not cement... concrete!

[@Alex-lc1bv]

"Cement or masonry"

[@bpet6990]

10. Minutes to drill two holes and insert a concrete screw…..phoehhhh

[@MrRamman04]

Is this a joke

[@williamfairbank69]

Yikes

[@russclifton2026]

11min +adds+adds to get 2mins of trade advise.

[@anthonycano5442]

U need to go straight down. That looks crooked

[@Tommy-wf1yw]

slight crooked is better, wind will lift straight up, slight crooked will make it harder to lift it up..

[@bpet6990]

Advice dude: when you wipe away that drill dust….just use your mouth (blowing) or wipe it away with your hand….how you scrape that dust with that f..ing screwdriver its just dumb.

[@gg-gn3re]

advice: don't post 5 times in a row on a video. Spaz

[@bpet6990]

@@gg-gn3re i had to, when i see such unlogic work being done….

[@gg-gn3re]

@@bpet6990 nope you can just post once, take your meds

[@Mikkeyboyy]

use the drill torquem down

[@bpet6990]

And…drill through the holes of the colom……man………

[@mattbilotta8521]

Learn how to spell column.

[@scundoorsup5342]

Do not use TAPCONS… USE CONCRETE WEDGE ANCHORS !!!

[@rippski9826]

Why are you whispering? 🤨

[@derricksaunders5280]

Talk up

[@bpet6990]

Amateur video, sorry to be that frank

[@user-jb8iw4dj1s]

11 minutes to drill 2 holes ? misleading title!!

[@Jaieteperce]

Sloppy.