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110V Percussion Drill Hire London | 13mm 1/2 inch Hammer Drill (Site Safe)
£2.52 - £18.00 + VAT
Latest estimated delivery date: Friday 22. May
Breaking & Drilling
Cordless SDS Drill Hire London | Bosch 24V Rotary Hammer Drill (SDS Plus)
£5.60 - £40.00 + VAT
Latest estimated delivery date: Friday 22. May
Breaking & Drilling
Dry Diamond Drill Hire London | Makita 8406 240V Diamond Core Drill
£7.00 - £49.99 + VAT
Latest estimated delivery date: Friday 22. May
Breaking & Drilling
Drywall Screwdriver Hire London | Makita 110V Dry Lining Screw Gun
£5.07 - £36.00 + VAT
Latest estimated delivery date: Friday 22. May
Breaking & Drilling
Mag Drill Hire London | Magnetic Drill Hire for Steelwork (Annular Cutters)
£36.99 - £259.99 + VAT
Latest estimated delivery date: Friday 22. May
Breaking & Drilling
Magnetic Drill Hire London | Rotabroach Mag Drill Kit (110V or 240V)
£13.99 - £99.99 + VAT
Latest estimated delivery date: Friday 22. May
Breaking & Drilling
Right Angle Drill Hire London | Makita DA4000LR 13mm Rotary Angle Drill Kit
£6.30 - £45.00 + VAT
Latest estimated delivery date: Friday 22. May
Breaking & Drilling
Rotary Hammer Hire London | Bosch GBH 11 DE SDS Max Combi Hammer (11kg)
£8.12 - £58.00 + VAT
Latest estimated delivery date: Friday 22. May
Breaking & Drilling
SDS Plus Hammer Drill Hire London | Rotary Hammer for Concrete and Masonry
£6.99 - £49.99 + VAT
Latest estimated delivery date: Friday 22. May
Drills Hire | Professional Power Tools UK
Explore our range of drills designed for construction, renovation, and DIY projects. From compact cordless drills to powerful SDS and rotary hammer drills, our tools deliver precision and reliability on every job. Perfect for wood, metal, masonry, and concrete applications, with flexible hire options to suit your project.
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Drill Hire London — SDS, Core & Magnetic
SDS Plus & SDS Max rotary hammers · diamond core drills · magnetic drills for steel · cordless and 110V site options · drywall and right-angle drills for fit-out. Confirm power setup and drill type before booking.
London delivery available
Greenford UB6 collection
Help choosing the right drill
110V · 240V · cordless
Diamond core
Dry diamond core drilling for clean round holes — extractor fans, soil pipes, ducting and vents.
Steel — mag drill
Magnetic drills for steel drilling — confirm work method and site requirements before booking.
Fit-out & finishing
Cordless drills, right-angle drills and drywall screwdrivers for kitchens, bathrooms and finish work.
Drill hire London for fixings, service holes and fit-out — covering SDS drill hire (SDS Plus and SDS Max), hammer drill hire, diamond core drill hire for larger service holes, magnetic drill hire for steelwork, plus a 110V percussion drill, a cordless 24V SDS rotary, a 13 mm right-angle drill kit and a 110V drywall screwdriver. Many site drills run on 110V and may need a transformer when used from 240V mains — check the product page and confirm power setup when booking.
This category is built around making clean holes, not demolition. For breakout, slab work or chiselling, see our breakers range. Pair a drill with a site vacuum for dust pickup on concrete and core jobs. London delivery is available by booking and you can collect free from our Greenford UB6 depot. Call 020 3375 4048 with the material, hole diameter and depth — we'll help you choose a suitable drill type for the job.
What hole are you drilling?
Match the hole type and material to the right starting tool. Drills are about clean, accurate holes — not breakout.
Fixings & small holes in masonry
Best: SDS Plus rotary hammer or 110V percussion drill
Plugs, anchors, brackets, pipe clips and routine installation work in brick or block.
Check material, hole diameter and depth. Use a cable/pipe detector before drilling walls.
Anchor holes & service routing
Best: SDS Plus rotary hammer; SDS Max combi for tougher concrete
Chemical or expansion anchors, dowel holes, services routing through concrete walls or floors.
Reinforced concrete may need a different setup — ask before booking. Plan dust control and check power supply.
Large round hole — fan, soil pipe, vent
Best: Dry diamond core drill (240V)
Clean service penetrations through brick or masonry — extractor fans, ducting, soil pipes, vents.
Confirm core diameter, wall thickness and far-side services before booking.
Holes in steel beams or plate
Best: Magnetic drill (110V or 240V)
RSJs, structural connections, fabrication work and on-site steel modification where suitable.
Check steel thickness, hole diameter and a clean ferrous surface for the magnetic base. For structural steel, confirm the work method and site requirements before drilling.
Indoor work, kitchens & bathrooms
Best: Cordless 24V SDS Plus or right-angle drill
Indoor fixings where 110V is not practical, tight spaces, cabinets and joists.
Check material, access and clearance. Cable/pipe check before drilling walls.
Mixed material or unknown wall
Best: Call 020 3375 4048
Walls or floors where the material is unknown, or where services may run inside.
Use a cable/pipe detector first. Photos and dimensions help — we'll help match a suitable setup.
Quick selector — eight common drilling jobs
Pick the row that matches your job. Each card shows the starting tool, what it's used for, and what to check.
Fixings into brick
ToolSDS Plus or 110V percussion drill.
Use forPlugs, brackets and routine fixings into brick or block.
CheckHole diameter, depth and hidden services.
Anchor holes in concrete
ToolSDS Plus; SDS Max combi for thicker concrete.
Use forChemical or expansion anchors, dowels, services routing.
CheckRebar risk, dust control, hole diameter and depth.
Extractor fan core
ToolDry diamond core drill (240V).
Use forClean round hole through brick or masonry for an external fan.
CheckCore diameter, wall thickness and hidden services.
Soil pipe / ducting hole
ToolDry diamond core drill — larger core.
Use forService penetrations for soil pipes, ducting and vents.
CheckCore diameter, wall thickness and far-side services.
Steel beam / RSJ holes
ToolMagnetic drill (110V or 240V).
Use forRSJs, steel plate and structural connections.
CheckSteel thickness and magnetic-base contact. For structural steel, confirm work method and site requirements before drilling.
Kitchen / bathroom fit-out
ToolCordless SDS or right-angle drill.
Use forIndoor fixings, units, cabinets and joist work.
CheckPipes and cable routes; access and clearance.
Drywall installation
ToolDrywall screwdriver (110V).
Use forRepeat drywall fix-out and partition work.
CheckDepth setting and board thickness.
Tight space / awkward angle
Tool13 mm right-angle drill kit.
Use forConfined spaces, joist drilling and service routing.
CheckClearance, material and hidden services.
SDS · Hammer · Diamond core · Magnetic — what each is for
Four drill families, what each is suited to and what to avoid using it on.
Concrete & masonry standard
Use forAnchor holes, fixings, service routing in concrete, brick and block.
Plus or MaxSDS Plus = lighter rotary hammers. SDS Max = heavier rotary hammers and combi tools.
Avoid forLarge round holes or steel — wrong tool family.
General lighter drilling
Use forLight brick or block, domestic fixings and general installation.
VoltageHireload's percussion drill is 110V — confirm transformer needs when booking.
Avoid forHard concrete, slabs or repeat anchor work — step up to SDS.
Clean round holes
Use forExtractor fans, ducting, soil pipes, vents — clean service penetrations.
ConfirmCore diameter, wall thickness and far-side services before booking.
Avoid forRandom fixings, masonry breakout or steel.
Steel-only drilling
Use forRSJs, steel plate, structural connections, fabrication where suitable.
SetupMagnetic base needs a clean ferrous surface. For structural steel, confirm the work method and site requirements before drilling.
Avoid forMasonry, concrete, timber or non-ferrous surfaces.
Choose by material, hole size and access
Six factors that decide which drill family fits your job. Match the surface and the hole to the right tool.
Material
Brick, block, concrete, steel, timber and plasterboard all need different drill types. Start with the surface you are drilling.
Hole diameter
Small fixing holes, anchor holes and large service holes need different drill families. Confirm the diameter before booking.
Hole depth
Shallow fixings and through-wall holes are different jobs. Check wall thickness and target depth.
Power setup
Many site drills are 110V and may need a transformer when used from 240V mains. Cordless or 240V may suit some indoor jobs.
Access
Tight spaces, overhead work, steelwork and awkward angles may change which drill type is suitable.
Dust and safety
Check hidden pipes, cables and services before drilling. Use PPE and plan dust control, especially on masonry and concrete.
What affects drill hire cost?
The variables that shape your quote — call us with the details and we'll help you choose a suitable setup.
Drill type
SDS, percussion, diamond core, magnetic and drywall screwdrivers all run at different day rates.
Hire duration
Daily, weekly and longer-period rates apply — longer hires get better day rates.
Power setup
110V, 240V or cordless. 110V site tools may need a transformer when used from 240V mains.
Delivery or collection
London delivery available by booking, or collect free from our Greenford UB6 depot.
Dust & clean-up
Concrete and core jobs often need a site vacuum — bundle when booking.
Out-of-zone delivery
On request — call us with the postcode and dates.
Choose a product above or call 020 3375 4048 with the material, hole size, depth, power supply and hire dates.
Before you book a drill
A 12-point checklist that helps us send a setup that fits the hole and the site.
Material — brick, block, concrete, steel, timber or plasterboard?
Hole diameter — small fixing or larger service hole?
Hole depth — anchor only or through-wall?
Number of holes / job size?
SDS Plus, SDS Max, diamond core or magnetic drill?
Power supply — 110V, 240V or cordless?
Transformer needed for 110V?
Hidden cables, pipes or services check?
Reinforced concrete or unknown wall?
Dust control plan for masonry / concrete jobs?
PPE — eyes, ears, dust mask, gloves, boots?
London delivery or Greenford UB6 collection?
Common use cases
Six of the jobs Hireload customers most often hire drills for.
Fixings & anchors in masonry
SDS Plus or 110V percussion drill for plugs, brackets, pipe clips and routine fix-out in brick or block.
Concrete anchor holes
SDS Plus rotary hammer for chemical or expansion anchors; SDS Max combi for tougher concrete.
Extractor fan & ducting cores
Dry diamond core drill (240V) for clean round service holes — pair with a vacuum for dust pickup.
Soil pipe core holes
Dry diamond core drill for larger service penetrations — confirm wall type and far-side services.
Steel beam / RSJ drilling
Magnetic drill for clean structural-steel holes where suitable. For structural steel, confirm the work method and site requirements before drilling.
Kitchen, bathroom & drywall fit-out
Cordless SDS, right-angle drill and drywall screwdriver for repeat fixings and finish work.
Why hire drills from Hireload?
Six things London fitters, builders and contractors tell us matter.
London delivery available
Booked-in delivery across London on the dates you need.
Greenford UB6 collection
Free collection from our depot when you book ahead.
Drill-type guidance
Tell us the material, hole diameter and depth — we'll help you choose a suitable drill type.
Power & safety advice
110V vs 240V, transformer needs, dust control and hidden-services checks.
Practical pre-book guidance
Honest answers on which drill family fits the job before you book.
Checked before hire where applicable
Equipment is checked before hire where applicable, with practical guidance available before booking.
London delivery and Greenford collection
Delivery across London is available by booking and free collection from our Greenford UB6 depot.
Out-of-zone delivery on request — call us with the postcode and dates.
Related hire categories
Common pairings for drilling and fix-out jobs.
Frequently asked questions
Ten quick answers London hirers ask before booking a drill.
What drill do I need for concrete?
For anchor holes and service routing in concrete, hire an SDS Plus rotary hammer where suitable. For thicker concrete, an SDS Max combi hammer is usually the better starting point. Reinforced concrete may need a different setup — ask before booking.
SDS drill or hammer drill — which one do I need?
For routine concrete and masonry fixings, an SDS rotary hammer is the more efficient tool. A standard hammer / percussion drill is suited to lighter brick or block work. If you're unsure, call 020 3375 4048 with the job and we'll help you choose.
What is the difference between SDS Plus and SDS Max?
SDS Plus is a smaller, common shank used on many rotary hammers and drilling tools for holes and fixings. SDS Max is a larger shank used on heavier rotary hammers and combi tools. Check the product page or ask before booking.
What drill do I need for an extractor fan or soil pipe hole?
For a clean round hole through brick or masonry, hire the dry diamond core drill (240V). Confirm core diameter, wall thickness and far-side services before booking. Pair with a site vacuum for dust pickup.
What drill do I need for steel?
For drilling steel beams, plate or RSJs, hire the magnetic drill (mag drill). The magnetic base holds position while the drill cuts a clean hole. Steel thickness and a clean ferrous surface for the magnet matter. For structural steel, confirm the work method and site requirements before drilling.
Do I need a 110V drill or 240V?
110V is commonly used on UK construction sites and may be required by site rules. 240V may be suitable for domestic or indoor work where allowed. Cordless options are also available. Confirm your site requirements before booking.
Do I need a transformer?
Many site drills are 110V and may require a transformer when used from 240V mains. Check the product page and confirm power setup when booking.
Can I use one drill for every material?
No. Brick, block, concrete, steel, timber and plasterboard can require different drill types. Choose the drill based on the material, hole diameter, depth, access and power supply.
Can I hire a drill in London?
Yes. We offer drill hire London-wide — SDS drill hire London, hammer drill hire, concrete drill hire, masonry drill hire, diamond core drill hire London, magnetic drill hire and 110V drill hire London, plus a cordless 24V SDS option. London delivery is available by booking and free collection from our Greenford UB6 depot.
Can I collect from Greenford UB6?
Yes. Book ahead and pick up free from our Greenford UB6 depot during opening hours. Bring suitable transport — a magnetic drill or core drill kit can be heavy.
Need help choosing the right drill?
Tell us the material, hole diameter, depth, access and power supply — plus your hire dates. We'll help you choose a suitable drill type for the job.
Call 020 3375 4048
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