To avoid this drilling mistake, Walker says, ‘Apply a backer board of scrap wood to the back end of what you are drilling ...

If the fence is made of hardwood or any kind of thick wood, it's a good idea to always drill a pilot hole. The same goes for screws at the edges of your fence boards and load-bearing joints.

That’s enough to bore large holes through wood, metal, and even concrete. Along with power, there are other factors to consider when shopping for a cordless drill, including size, weight ...