While a regular power drill will serve you well in most scenarios, there are going to be some places it won’t cut it. Working with concrete is a good example of what a regular drill can’t handle. Instead of ruining your drill trying to push through that rock-solid wall, you can pick up the Makita hammer drill and make short work of the problem. If you are working in the basement, an area where you’ll typically find concrete, you’ll benefit from the LED lights as you can very easily run into low-light areas that are tough to illuminate. This drill is available from Home Depot for $189, but the battery and charger are sold separately.
With more than 180 user scores on Home Depot’s website, the Makita hammer drill has a 4.5 out of five rating. Buyers note it has enough strength to hammer through concrete and wood, so this is a good option for people struggling with a regular power drill. If you’re unfamiliar with how one of these works, it’s largely the same as your normal drill but with a bigger punch. Some reviews note the drill broke on them or fried the battery shortly after purchase, and if that happens you’ll be covered by the three-year manufacturer’s warranty.
