Buying Guides & Articles:Power Drills

Black & Decker and Craftsman (Sears) are the major brands. Like Ryobi and Skil, they're aimed primarily at homeowners. Bosch, DeWalt, Hitachi, Makita, Milwaukee,... Read more

Several lithium batteries from multiple brands couldn't be recharged after we ran them down to full discharge. That makes using every last minute of run time a... Read more

Unless you're handling strictly light-duty tasks, you're likely to be disappointed with the least-expensive models. Here's a guide to the types of cordless drills and... Read more

The most capable drills and drivers have long run times, letting you do more work with fewer pauses to charge or change batteries. Recharge times of 30 minutes or less... Read more

Here's how to find the sweet spot between inexpensive tools that aren't worth having at any price and those that promised... Read more

Hand-held power tools have become an indispensable part of the modern handyman's and contractors' toolbox. Power drills are the most commonly purchased hand-held power... Read more

A drill press is an essential tool for drilling precisely spaced holes or boring to exact depths. With the right set-up you can bore at almost any angle without fear of... Read more

There are two major types of drills on the market. Making the right choice can be confusing... Read more

Making home repairs means having the right tools and materials on hand so you can get right at the job and on with your life... Read more