How to use a Hole Saw Like a Pro (DIYer)

[@denniscampbell4414]

Excellent tip on starting hole saw with preexisting hole.

[@marninegley]

That was awesome! I’ve needed to open a hole before but has no idea on how to do it! Thank you!

[@jk747]

Hey thanks for the video, it helped me a lot, I'm a single mom of 6 children, I'm renovating our house. I needed this exact video.

[@campbellbuilt]

That’s awesome. Glad it helped.

[@mr.green2341]

Thank you! Exactly what I was looking for as I prepare to buy my first hole saws and I want to make sure I get one that fits my newfangled cordless drill that isn’t particularly big compared to the old school ones.

[@campbellbuilt]

Glad I could help!

[@annanova8504]

Wow needed this because my hole saw kept getting stuck...I didnt know not to put heavy pressure on it. You saved my diy project!!!🎉🎉

[@campbellbuilt]

Glad it worked for you. Thanks for the comment.

[@annanova8504]

@@campbellbuilt Of course! My built in entertainment is now complete just have painting to do.

[@hans-jurgenwiegand7465]

I had trouble keeping my saw tight, because the rubber O-Ring worked itself lose, and the vibration loosened the saw and it was unscrewing itself. I had to really tighten that rubber ring down tight, pretty flat, actually! Got the project done, and learned quite a bit! Not bad for 75 years old man, standing on the floor, drilling holes in the ceiling, with two 18” extensions x 7/16”, by Milwaukee. Too damned old for ladders! Been doing things by myself for decades, but it’s getting harder, and dangerous! Thanks for the help!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@campbellbuilt]

Appreciate the comment and keep working😀

[@rustyreview]

for as many times as ive gotten kick back, watching you do those holes at high speed gave me anxiety. nice job.

[@campbellbuilt]

I understand, it seems every time I get complacent it bites me.

[@Scott_C]

That was great thanks. My hole saw didn't come with instructions. This is exactly what I needed. Saw in another video that some times pumping it up and down to release the sawdust will help if it's cutting slow. And that you need to start on the fastest drill setting on the Dewalts. Thanks again!

[@campbellbuilt]

Good Points

[@campbellbuilt]

I should have zoomed in on the arbors. Hopefully I explained the different size arbors well enough. Thanks for watching.

[@maximo5737]

thank you for this . Helped a lot. how to get a clean cut hole without splinter if you cant the wood, in my case is a had crafted "How glass shape" word with intention to drill hole in the mid center on the Side of it. How to do this not to get a splitter on the inside of it. I am thinking adding Duck tap on the inside.? Thank you in advance.

[@kinematics4999]

VERY NICE !!! were I can find a BIG Hole Saw that size I need that depth for a project... Thanks

[@denniscampbell4414]

Numbers are hard-my Milwaukees all have 1/2" chucks so I can use any arbor.Good video

[@campbellbuilt]

Are they? Your good to go then Red man. Thanks

[@mattkovach526]

Thank you for a very good instructional video. Just a question, if you need to cut a 6" hole with a hole saw in 1.5" thick pine wood, would you use a larger drill with a 1/2" chuck, or will the smaller drill with a 3/8" chuck do the job? Thanks.

[@campbellbuilt]

Your going to need the larger drill. Mainly for protecting yourself. Larger drills will have a longer side handle saving you from injury.

[@mikerck]

what mode do you use when drilling drywall with the holesaw. I'm making California patches and having trouble! thanks

[@deborahlindsay3670]

Thank you! This video really helped.

[@campbellbuilt]

Thanks

[@vanlifeforgoldenrhodes]

Nice! I needed this.

[@denniscampbell4414]

Thanks for all the info you guys are the best!

[@campbellbuilt]

Yes we know.

[@campbellbuilt]

Your the best.

[@SimmonsFam-OR]

Very informative, thank you!!

[@deannasmith3647]

When I have used a hole saw its like the end of your video. I am all over the place. LOL

[@campbellbuilt]

Deanna Smith lock it in, lock it in.

[@unclejohnthezef]

If these big, giant, experienced carpenters say it's tricky, it catches, you can hurt your wrists, get kickback... what hope is there for a beginner (trying to put in a 4" vent through a 2" joist and exterior wall)?

[@acidforblood]

I need to do something similar for my shed. I want add two 4" circular vents on it and need to cut into the siding and through the sheathing. I'm thinking of using my cordless DeWalt mixing drill instead while using the 4" hole saw as the drill has an anti torsion feature on it. I don't own a hole hawg so the mixing drill will be okay and as close as I can get with the torque I will need. I have other DeWalt drills but they don't have anti torsion on them and I don't own the new hammer drill they just released that has it which is the DCD1007. I once thought the DCD996 and DCD999 had anti torsion but I don't believe they do. I realize another way around that is just to stay off drill mode and choose a clutch setting.

[@hans-jurgenwiegand7465]

Thanks, it is trickier than it looks! I’m trying to cut above me, with an 18” extension, and a 3” hole! In plywood! Big drill will Twist it out of my grip! Should have seen this video first!

[@mdoneg]

What would you recommend for a 4” hole in wood siding for a side vent?

[@campbellbuilt]

Any of the 18v or 20v larger drills with a side handle. It will be a work out for that size drill but most home owners aren’t going to want a really large drill just setting around to never be used again. Makita 18v drill has the largest(longest) side handle but their Fairly pricey to the completion. I think Home Depot rent these drills.

[@oldtimer4144]

What if your drilling a 6" hole , above your head through a joist face 2x10. How to not break you wrist?

[@raymondkarlsen9995]

I was hoping to learn how to empty those damn things. They can become realy stuck, especially if drilling trough moist wood or aluminium.

[@denniscampbell4414]

What type of lock do you recommend to hook to my body.

[@campbellbuilt]

I prefer the master lock.

[@Fishpalms]

Be one with the hole saw

[@deannasmith3647]

Loved the flying yellow cords. LOL

[@campbellbuilt]

Deanna Smith Yes Harley enjoyed throwing them.

[@dorritgeshuri]

Thank you! This helped a lot.

[@jamesrobertjackson]

Very helpful thanks. Entertaining too!

[@Khapadosh]

Very good and informative😎

[@campbellbuilt]

Glad you liked it

[@metrocustomer7941]

TY for this video 👏 👏 👏

[@denniscampbell4414]

What type of gloves do you recommend.

[@campbellbuilt]

Left and a right.

[@Fishpalms]

Bare hands brand

[@silverstake88]

Good tips!

[@Naturfotografen]

What is minimum strength for the drill in volt drillin with a holesaw in plastic

[@AlexeyDnepr]

What is the maximum diameter of such a nozzle Hole Saw? I need to drill a hole with a diameter of 20-25 cm, is it possible?

[@vgslife9640]

great video

[@campbellbuilt]

Thank You

[@denniscampbell4414]

What were those yellow things that flew in at you.

[@campbellbuilt]

Not sure. I’m asking my dad.

[@AngelLaHash]

Sadly i got to Drill a 6" Hole into some kind of DryWall (I say some kind because it feels like its Mush Carboard feel on the teeth) Now this is on the Ceiling but i can drill it before the DryWall goes up. The ones i had to drill while on the Ceiling the Drill Knocked me off my Step a few times.. and on the Floor its Wondered and my elbow and hands are black and blue. Because its DryWall on a Frame for the Ceiling i cant Lay on the board to get any thing Close to my body.. So im stuck and in Pain (managers dont want to know)

[@campbellbuilt]

I feel for you. Even though drywall drills easily it can grab sometimes especially while you are on a ladder. What I’ve found is if you can keep the drill from moving around the hole saw has less of a tendency to bind and throw you. Drilling over head is not easy and then you put a ladder into the mix😕. Be safe.

[@mysteriousplankton]

I bet I can make cole slaw with a hole saw. Seems like it would great for shredding cabbage.

[@denniscampbell4414]

Do you feel the lenox hole saws are best- have you tried other types I really like red tools.

[@Fishpalms]

I like fesdewkita

[@campbellbuilt]

Actually we do prefer the Lenox but the other brands do a great job as well. Milwaukee has a great arbor sold separate that I’ll do a video on.

[@campbellbuilt]

Where can I buy some Fesdewkita?

[@tim9928]

Good info

[@campbellbuilt]

Thanks man.

[@MiZDove1]

“That’s like a gorilla ridin’ a mini bike”. 😆

[@campbellbuilt]

True 😀

[@denniscampbell4414]

Great tip to run in reverse at first.

[@campbellbuilt]

Thank You.

[@Fishpalms]

Reverse for dropping the clutch

[@bricketdabrown9607]

Thanks dad

[@fubagaming5780]

When I do it it takes forever and smells like something’s burning.

[@stultusmagnus]

2:09 let's switch to metric instead...

[@justincortinas3167]

I tried for the first practicing on extra dry wall and almost broke my wrist 😅

[@Jemstk]

12 volt really

[@poisedatalltimes3825]

I asked how to use a hole saw not directions to Timbuktu..

[@universalcollective427]

for the plywood you fade out before dude runs it bakwards, or don't include it at all, then when he starts the cut you only show him already cutting, the most challenging thing with a hole saw it seems it starting and continuing a cut, which you refused to show , so frustraing