How to Remove Damaged and Rusted Screws FAST

[@seejanedrill]

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[@blueandbanana]

Thx for the Impact Driver video. It worked! Spent weeks trying to remove screws attached to stainless steel. I tried EZ Outs/Speed Outs, screw extractors, rubber bands, super glue, drill bits, gloves, and the only thing that worked was using a rotary tool with cutter (Harbor Freight $10) to cut a line/slit(Phillips flathead) in the center of the screw so an Impact Driver can hold onto the screw. My screw was too short and the material was very soft. Put painters tape on the screw before using an Impact Driver(Amazon $12). This was the only thing that worked for me. Hope this helps someone out there.

[@tuscaderofour]

Leah has the kind of voice that is so soothing. She can conduct lectures and seminars or any alike and the audience will listen attentive and never get bored. Thank you Leah, I have learned a lot from you...

[@walterpalmer2749]

What’s best about your videos is your unhurried explanations. Well done. Old screws are really tough to get out. Don’t expect them to be easy. Household jobs, done correctly, usually take much longer than you think. It’s all about self-reliance, self-esteem, and perseverance.

[@tombob671]

I spent 6 hours at the DMV, 😠 , come home and my good friend Leah has a new video, the day just became great, thanks Grandpa Tom

[@CrankyPantss]

Tom Burgess I know what you mean, Grandpa Tom. A video from Leah feels like a good friend has just stopped by for a cup of coffee, doesn't it? Have a great weekend.

[@BillSW]

Yup her relaxing voice teaching us something cool and new is a great escape from stress

[@MsJoanK]

This was great! I'm replacing rusted door hinges and needed this advice for a rusted, stripped screw. The titanium drill bit did the magic. You have just the right amount of instruction without any backstories... very precise and helpful!

[@allenhess6583]

Thanks Leah, I bought a bandsaw on Craigslist and the owner didn’t tell me he had stripped some hex screws on the saw. I’ve watched several other videos, but had not seen your method of drilling off the screw head. I’m going to try some other less invasive methods first but may resort to your method. Thanks again for helping to change my sometimes tunnel vision on how to fix something. Greetings from Maine

[@lourdesbaby964]

Exactly One year to the day and I have finally found a fellow lady DIYer who helped me remove a stubborn rusty screw 🙏🏼 Thank you

[@lespaul59burst]

I thought I had tried everything to remove 16 year old stripped head and rusted screws, and I was extremely frustrated. Then I came across this video, and tried what was suggested. It worked! This lady is the best!

[@Shybairnsgetnowt1]

I watch your videos despite doing very little DIY these days, simply because they’re so interesting and you’re so friendly! I do forward some onto my son who’s a painter and decorator, and this will be one of them.

[@Sugarspunsister1PS5]

After looking on KZbin for a solution and not finding one, this is magic! Takes a woman to have a solution . Thank you

[@vllrrql]

I am a retired school teacher and have gotten back into DIY projects as a result of washing your videos. I am relearning lost skills from long ago and loving it thanks to your style and manner of teaching craftsman tips! Keep videos coming and looking forward to learning from you! Never to old to learn handyman skills at my age of 66 years!!! Thanks !!!

[@TRONMAGNUM2099]

I really enjoy your videos. I have been a service tech for over 20 years and I still learn new stuff from your videos all the time.

[@dawnwaack9468]

I literally just came across severely rusted screws off of a cellar door and hinges are done in too. Love the hints!!! Saves me soo much time having concise tips.

[@edgarperez5587]

Sometimes im like, this video its not really for me right now, 4 minutes into the video i am like wow this woman is brilliant, thanks, Leah.

[@PhinAI]

Ms. Leah, I want to take a second to say how much I appreciate your heart and information in these videos. You are insightful, kind, and encouraging! As a little return I'd like to share a tip on this topic that saved me tremendously. Instead of using a larger bit, use a bit slightly smaller than the diameter of the screw shaft and drill a little ways right through the center. Tap a torx bit into that recess, and screw the screw out. It's very simple, clean, and puts some of those torx bits to use. Thank you, so much, for sharing your experience and knowledge!

[@kenfuciusfpv2800]

I may try the torx bit idea.

[@capone079]

Someone give this lady a TV show; she's a natural.

[@juliaocarroll]

YES PLEASE!!!

[@cra2cra226]

I've thought the same thing since the first video of hers I saw. In YEARS of watching youtube videos, she is in the top 3 of creators that are charming, patient, concise, clear, and don't "um" and "ah" through their videos, repeating themselves.

[@lilyh1039]

I watched many YT demos and she showed real deal Others on YT showed demos and noticed their screws are new, not rusted so of course it will work. I tried it with my rusted screw 4 different technique nothing works. I will try her idea.

[@LouisGedo]

Excellent technique. Quite a number of do-it-yourselfers that I know don't realize that when drilling metal it's always better to drill slow rather than fast.

[@transgreaser]

I didn’t! 🎉

[@LouisGedo]

@transgreaser Yes........ the harder the substrate the slower the drilling in general

[@transgreaser]

@@LouisGedo thank you so much. Good to know! 🤙

[@mtadams2009]

Someone on a video ask what it take to have a successful KZbin channel. I think its good content but more importantly is that you have to have that " something special" I am not sure what that is but Leah has that special gift and human quality. It can't be taught. Thanks again.

[@puneetgupta3663]

What a genius! I like how she shows all the methods that won't work and then goes to the correct method.

[@fredbach6039]

I appreciate your slow, deliberate and very clear manner of speaking. I expect a lot of women are benefiting from your videos. (I also like that impact screw driver.)

[@benjamincuevas199]

Fred Bach a lot of women and men benefit from her vast knowledge.

[@1mongorock]

Leah, you are by far the best instructor on you tube. I always enjoy your videos. Even after 30 plus years as a master mechanic, I constantly learn things from you. Please keep the videos coming.

[@seejanedrill]

Thank you. I honored.

[@Jamie-Smith]

Thank you very much. Your clearly-explained video has just helped me change direction to successfully-remove the rusty screws from an old toilet seat. Saving me money and the seat from going into landfill. Great work.

[@-themercyseat]

As always you make things look so easy, thank you for all the free knowledge you give us in your videos! Mad respect to you!!

[@seejanedrill]

The pleasure is all mine

[@anagalarza240]

Leah, I want to Thank you so much for helping me with a little project at home. I appreciate your videos as well as how thoroughly you explain your projects at hand and the many tool options to work said projects. Your video helped me remove some rusted screws for the door hinge of my bathroom cabinet. I appreciate you Leah!

[@Shananana99]

Leah you teach so well! Every time I watch one of your vids, it’s always so clear and easy to understand. Thank you!!

[@denirn8725]

A lot of work! A DREMEL CUT-OFF wheel never fails me removing “buggered-up” screw heads. Just put cut-off wheel on screw head, cut to make deeper ridges & unscrew at your pleasure. This way you’re getting the entire screw out, without damaging whatever the screw holds in place. But this is better, if the screw head breaks off. Like your channel a lot! As a woman who loves tinkering, carpentry & buying every new tool out in the market, this is my kind of KZbin channel! 🙏

[@leeb.7188]

Will this work with a flat-head screw? I’ve got one on an ancient outdoor faucet that is stripped and frozen in place. I’ve soaked it in PB Blaster, heated it with a welding torch, whacked it with a hammer, and nothing has worked! I even bought the Engineer pliers. The metal is soft (brass?) and the slot was very shallow to begin with, and now completely mangled. Any thoughts would be appreciated because YT videos only show the removal of stripped Philips head, not slot screws.

[@CrankyPantss]

It's always very nice to see a video from you, Leah. You make our lives easier with every video that you share with us. You are a treasure. I hope you have a great weekend.

[@seejanedrill]

You always say the most encouraging things. Thank you!

[@rubydue]

Awesome advice again. I tried the rubber band method and it didn't work for the reasons you stated. My bad screw is still where it was but not for long now. New gadget to add to my collection of tools, the Dead Blow Hammer, love it !

[@ebbios]

you can never have enough tool. Im a tool hoarder and its getting out of hand. lol

[@rubydue]

@@ebbios It's not hoarding if you use them :)

[@JasonRasmussen]

Fantastic information. Always learn something new from you. Thank you.

[@Annie-49]

I just started to repair and paint my front door, and ran into this very problem of rusted, stripped screws. What a great video! The instructions are very clear, all the tools were named and now I think I can do it! Thanks! x

[@seejanedrill]

You can!

[@Annie-49]

@@seejanedrill Thanks! :)

[@silverdemon74]

This is exactly what i needed! Im attempting to remake an old vanity/cabnet that has been lying around for years, its not in the best condition, but ofc i get all of the old handles/hinges out almost no problem, except for the last screw, there flat heads and its basically become a nail bc of all the dirt and damage to it, but now i can finally start restoring this cabnet!

[@TravisMCP]

Another awesome one Leah! I've had stripped screws before and it's always a pain. Thanks for the tips!

[@seejanedrill]

Hey Travis

[@anthonyd.5140]

Leah no surprise another outstanding instructional video! Thank you so much again for sharing your knowledge and experience in a way only you can! I feel like a kid at Christmas each time I watch one of your videos.

[@carladee2736]

your explanations are always great...no nonsense, detailed yet to the point.

[@bettysue8011]

I always feel so motivated when I hear "You can DO THIS!"

[@beverlymichael5830]

OMG I need that. I have struggled with damaged screws and many times gave up. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you 👍👍👍

[@philipketchum3681]

Great video as always, thank you. One thing I would like to add is using a left-handed drill bit is also a great way to remove stubborn screws.

[@Lucypetuniaggm]

My friends are always calling me (a woman) to come help them with one thing or another. Some of the tasks are so simple I’m embarrassed for the person asking. Someone recently asked me how to open a paint can. I had to struggle not to laugh. But, I sure as Hell don’t know everything...not by a long shot. That’s why I’m glad I just found your channel. Never occurred to me to drill into the top of a seized screw. That, and all sorts of other things you demonstrate, add to my knowledge & help keep this 68 year independent. Thank you!!

[@LifeGeneralist]

Helpful. Happy to see a lady do this task.

[@sharifkhan3589]

I always like the way u explain the thing simple and easy which helps me to work around my old house without asking handyman for little jobs

[@georgecarra]

Your camera angles are world class !

[@dawnbaker9274]

So many ways...your explanations were clear and easy to understand. Thanks. 👍💖

[@edgarperez5587]

Dawn Baker the only problem is when you see a video and think, cool she did it in 20 minutes, so it should take me 40 minutes, 2 hours later just crying why!? Why!.

[@donmarijuann]

Love love love! I was probably about 15 minutes into replacing some deck boards at my parents house and found rotted boards and rusty screws. Some screws were so bad the rusted/rotted in half and I didn't even know that was a thing. Anyways I used this method for one stubborn screw and it was a breeze. I actually used a piece of an old cloth that was laying around instead of rubber but it worked like a charm. Thank you so much!

[@margiechastain1109]

Thank you so much. This was very informative. I love how you explained several different ways to get those old rusty screws out. Thanks again.

[@fayvaughan1882]

Wow, just stumbled upon this... you're a great explainer for those that aren't v technical. Thank you

[@ahmedhusseinny]

Who the hell thumbs-down's this video? Dumb idiots! Leah, must tell you, you are such a breath of fresh air to watch/listen and enjoy and learn. Keep up your great work. I love you!

[@seejanedrill]

Thank you

[@safepethaven]

Good job! I love vintage things but they can certainly be stubborn in their senior years [ask me how I know, and why I removed all the mirrors around mt house LOL]. Also, I'm so fussy about these things, I'd have put some painter's tape around the knob at the point of using the vice grips, just to peotect the old knob from scrapes/dings etc from the grips being so close.

[@mwatercress]

Good tips! I've also had success using left-handed drill bits. Sometimes the screw starts to back out before you get anywhere near drilling the whole head out.

[@tuesboomer1623]

Excellent video. Multiple tips for multiple situations all in one!

[@kyleharshbarger2465]

Thank you, Leah. Those old Schlage knobs polish up real nice, too.

[@LRH143]

You're my hero! Time to give your tips a try for the rusty screws on my old deck.

[@TheWallmartPimp]

I love how you show more than one technique, you earned yourself another sub, great video! Now if you excuse me, I have to get me one of those impact screw drivers :)

[@aaronkoh7749]

Damn Leah, you are always able to share knowledge no one else could.

[@ronfaria5146]

Love your advise. I have run into the same problem I did it similar like you did but you gave me a little better advise on the drill bit.

[@KM-dz1rc]

Brilliant advice, clear instructions and excellent delivery

[@reynaldovalle1773]

That is an old knob and a old handle the knob is called a schlage wafer lock pretty old once you buff them up they come out nice. but that I would recommend that lock to be changed they're very easy to open. God bless you family and friends I enjoy seeing your videos..

[@seejanedrill]

You must be a locksmith because you're absolutely correct about the make

[@reynaldovalle1773]

@@seejanedrill yes I am retired that's why I say Enjoy your videos I still do locksmithing on the side for me at the house family members and all that and then the church I used to have my own business in New Jersey now I live in Puerto Rico but I'm planning to move back to the States.. that was very good you figured out I was a locksmith I didn't think you would have noticed that very good observation God bless you family and friends. by the way the reason I said you should change it is because you can open that with a paperclip I didn't want to say it but I will tell you you can open that with a paperclip..😀

[@reynaldovalle1773]

@@seejanedrill By the way if you ever need help or any ideas maybe with a lock or anything I'll be more than happy to explain it to you

[@Ghost_Os]

Beat me to it, lol. I was about to remark how rarely you see those anymore. Used to be pretty common on hotels in my area. Leah, if you do decide to replace the knobset, I would buy the old Schlage wafer from you if it works.

[@reynaldovalle1773]

@@Ghost_Os how you doing good morning God bless you family and friends do you collect them just out of curiosity let me know.

[@robertbamford8266]

Great tips. As usual. Especially as you calmly run through the techniques and discard them for a reason. But then there’s the moment with the vice grips where the screw shears off well below the surface. (Wound up drilling around the shaft until I could grab the screw again. Then drilled out the hole and plugged with a dowel and wooden toothpick shims. Fortunately hidden by the fixture.)

[@Gruestep]

We have a seat in our shower from an old tenant that is causing rust and grime in the shower cubicle, nothing is shifting those screws atm but I had never heard of an impact screwdriver! Going to give that a go

[@tylermagness7074]

Leah you are great! Your videos are always educational, with no frills, and it's obvious that you're primary goal is to help others. "You can do this!" You keep making videos and I'll keep learning. The other comments are right... you deserve your own damn TV show... I'd buy cable just to watch!!!

[@esterixis]

Leah, your videos are the best!

[@SilverMosico]

Leah! Don't forget about the Speed Out screw extractor! The extractor has saved my bacon with a couple of stripped and stuck screws.

[@Al_Z.Heimer]

I bought a set of the extractors after doing almost the same thing she did in video but without the lubricant. I wish she would comment here on those extractors....but certain drilling is the final method to try. I like her calm and thorough way she explains the methods she chooses.

[@seejanedrill]

I did a video a couple of years ago demonstrating the speed-out screw extactor. This video is another option.

[@goodun6081]

@@seejanedrill , screw extractor techniques work even better if the drill is a left hand cutter. Sometimes the rotational force and vibration of the left hand drill bit will loosen the previously frozen screw as you start drilling the head out.

[@dianeperkins8507]

Thanks Leah, this is the second time I have amazed my carpenter husband by solving a problem using your video :-)

[@ecaff9515]

Excellent video and process. Wishing you great success.

[@michelleford9951]

Thank you so much when i come across a problem now i go to your site and it's a blessing

[@shadowandbosco]

Always very helpful tips - glad I found this channel

[@danielbyrne1899]

Thank you very much Leaha. The rubber trick worked great for me.

[@jorrba3934]

Hey Leah! I haven't had this problem yet, but good advice. Thank You.

[@TheSchmidtsu]

For some reason I have a fascination with restoration videos. Would love to see your restoration process.

[@kathyb3619]

TheSchmidtsu. Me, too. I’d love to see what she does with the hardware and how it looks afterwards.

[@seejanedrill]

I'll be sharing the results

[@JohnJacksonJohnson]

I bought a wooden display flagpole the other day with a flag attached. I want to restore it, but there's a piece of clear PVC tubing on the pole that I don't want on there, but there's also a screw preventing the tubing from sliding up and down too far. The endcap is both really nice and is held on with a strong glue, but the other end of the tubing is held in place with a screw that's a Phillips that I think I almost stripped. I'll try this method from now on for stripped screws! Thanks, Leah!😁😁😁

[@christelstrifler9562]

I never would have tried this but now that I have see you do I think I would try it now, Thanks

[@richwood2741]

Loved that you showed the impact driver. I use it a lot. Just wondering why you did not mention a screw extractor set. That would also work and is not very expensive.

[@redneckering]

great tip. sometimes I use lefthanded drill bits in the same size. they will sometimes remove the old screw as it drills out the head.

[@Bart-Did-it]

Wow that red door soooo worth saving indeed and that handle has history to . nice 👍 Thanks for the tips and I want one of the impact screw twister thingy

[@timcaron9049]

Good one Leah. About 10 years ago my father sent me a lock set in solid brass but did not have a key for it. So I took it to a locksmith to get a new key made. He was a kind and older man like my dad, and said that this lock is over 50 years old and is well over $450 because of the brass and interior workings. He repined it for me for no charge just because it was a pleasure for him to work on it. You might have the same thing there if you have it for a long time. They don't make them like that anymore.

[@Jandavis57]

Well done! Can’t wait to see the restored door & lock!

[@Peter-.H]

Great advice and tips. Thank you Leah👍

[@RERK8]

Thank you for this video. I'm doing a semi gut and have safely removed and dismantled all appliances and fixtures except a large stubborn mounted kitchen cabinet. The flathead screws holding it is slightly rusted and damaged. They are deeply imbedded in the walls. I will try again with a rubber band. If it doesn't work, I'll use the specialty tools you've listed to drill or cut into the screws to screw them out.

[@foreign_affairs]

This is the video that did the trick. Thank you so much!

[@MedicOnTheMove1]

Excellent video Leah! I've always wondered about removing the screw heads that way. If I come across this problem, I usually WD-40 the crap out of the screw and find a screwdriver head that will fit into the damaged hole and unscrew them that way. I've been lucky, it usually works!

[@seejanedrill]

Nice!

[@EvoXoXo]

Thanks Leah, you posted this video at the perfect time for me! Love your channel!

[@ThePuddingHands]

Saved my wakeboard from some rusted as heeeeeelll screws! Thankyou! And I love the affirmation at the end

[@Motorman-dl1sc]

Great work I like that rubber putting on the screw to take up the space I will try that if I have this issue with a stripped screw

[@johnmccann4041]

Top tips as always, Leah. Would also mention screw remover bits (drill a small hole first) but the trick is remembering to bring them on the job. (That said, with a really corroded screw the head often just shears clean off and then you're back to the mole grips to get the barrel out.)

[@SandiRose2008]

I don't know, Leah. I prefer to holler, kick, and scream. It makes me feel better!

[@seejanedrill]

Sandirose.....stop being sooooo funny!😊

[@zandraszamora3296]

WOW! My dad couldn't have taught me better. Thanks.🤗

[@naudik4913]

Awesome Leah! Now I know what to do with the front door knob!! Thank you so much!

[@seejanedrill]

How's that vise been treating you?

[@naudik4913]

@@seejanedrill I LOVE it!! It is a beast!! I broke my last one so it was perfect when I won the drawing for it! Leah you Rock!

[@donnah3892]

Couple of screws in door hindge like that I'll try. Little tool to remove stripped screws don't waist your money! TY Leah

[@blipco5]

That's a great door and the patina on the paint is perfect.

[@magicrobharv]

Great video Leah, I need to do this to my deck. I have replace some boards and the screws are stripped. Great info!

[@sonichog]

You're a Saint Leah! Having this issue right now

[@transgreaser]

I just removed a bazillion screws from the kitchen cabinets hinges that were painted over and over and over. 🤦‍♂️ Decided to use a heat gun to melt the paint and then I could remove the screws. Whew. Had to use a titanium drill bit on a few but I didn’t know that slower is better. Thank you!

[@StratKruzer]

I wanted to see the finished job...but I still learned a lot, and I can do this!

[@Mrung0wa]

AWESOME! You're my new best friend!

[@mimis.4093]

I feel that way too! She's Super!

[@betsymoore9127]

I m so happy I found you! I have been trying to get my husband to teach me how to use his tools so I can fix things myself. It's not going well! He says it's bad luck if I use his tools! So I have started my own tool box but I have no idea what to get. I would like to buy my own cordless drill, do u have any recommendations ? And I actually have a screw situation similar to what I just watched u do. Where do I get the rubber piece u used? Again love your how tos! Can't wait to show hubby when I learn from you,! Thanks

[@HOLLESjr]

sometime you may want to try left hand Drill bits , also at a slow speed without oil . They will catch and back your screw out . Another Super Video young Lady. Thank You.

[@chuggy9345]

Also if you could a left hand drill bit it might grab and turn the screw out as you’re trying to remove the head. I love your videos.

[@007lock]

Great video! You really covered some great methods for screw removal. As a note - you can also have success using a good strong Phillips head screwdriver and tapping with a hammer and twisting. I’ve also had screws where the head just breaks off altogether! Looks like you could use a good cordless drill - I rarely ever use a corded drill anymore. Checkout ridgid tools and ridgid jobmax if you don’t already have a cordless you won’t regret it. Keep up the great videos!

[@internetconnoisseur5661]

Seejanedrill, a drill extravaganza exclusive

[@spacegirl9909]

Always a pleasure to watch your videos!