In this article well show you some house wiring basicshow to position outlet and switch boxes and run the electrical cable between them. Remove any insulation in the general area to make the bit easier to locate.
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Drilling hole in wall for cable. Some powered drills. Use a grounded tool so the metal frame will conduct electricity to ground. If however any of your cables need to go through masonry such as brick block or concrete then you will need a drill that has a hammer action. It is fitted with a bit either a drill or driver depending on application secured by a chuck. A drill is a tool primarily used for making round holes or driving fasteners. If unable to locate the bit repeat the drilling process after moving to a spot a couple of inches away from the first hole.
It is this hammering action that allows the drill to move backwards and forwards as well as rotating. Go to the space into which the drill was boring. Plastic boxes and flexible nonmetallic cable commonly called romex put electrical wiring projects within the skill range of every dedicated diyer. At this point the foam should fit snugly around the cable. Drill the hole through the wall stick the end of the cable through then force the square of foam rubber into the whole. When you are drilling through a wall you dont want to drill into an electrical cable.
If using a battery drill turn off all electricity in the house. Force one of the rj45 connectors on the cable you intend using through the hole. Here are some suggestions for reducing the electrical hazards associated with making blind holes in walls.