Optional Drill Guide

If you have a regular power drill with a hammer setting, you're probably going to have a hard time with this tool and the job in general. I started with a Dewalt DW511 knowing that it was under-rated for the job, but interested in how it would do. It shook the drilling guide apart (wingnuts jiggled off), and popped the upper bearing loose. It rattled around inside the "loose" bearings and I stopped before I got through the first hole. Then I switched to a Dewalt D25263K. Same bit, same concrete, same guide. It slid into the concrete like I was pushing on sand. The slight gap between the bearing and the bit was no longer sloppy, and the bearings were no longer contact surfaces for the bit, but guides to keep the bit straight for like 5 seconds while it effortlessly made its way to the bottom of the hole.

This is advertised to drill 5/8” holes for pool safety fences. However, the inner diameter of the bearings are bigger than 5/8”, so the bit does not sit plumb. This jig is worthless and shouldn’t be purchased. You might as well freehand the holes with the quality of this jig.

Exactly what it says. This assisted us in installing our Water Warden pool fence we purchased from another store but it did not come with the guide thankfully I was able to order it from here and it came 2 days later and it was extremely accurate and good quality.

First problem: There is too much play in the guide holes, it's almost impossible to keep the drill bit completely straight... Second problem: Not heavy enough to keep secure, and difficult to use your feet to hold it down, because adjusting screws are in the way. Third: The wing nuts that are used to secure the angle don't hold tight enough, they constantly loosened during drilling, causing an unwanted angle. I wound up not using it after a few crooked poles, and just eye-balled it with the same results. If I was to do it again, I'd just use an 8" bit without this guide... it's easier to keep aligned than a 14" or 18" bit. This is way overpriced for what it is, and not heavy-duty enough to do the job it's supposed to do.

I used the drill guide to install a swimming pool fence. The drill guide arrived with a broken level. I went to home depot and got one for about $2.50. Still, this drill guide was a lot cheaper than some other ones I found here. It is sufficient to get the job done. I like the fact that there are 3 screws to level the drill guide and no tools are needed to make quick adjustment--finger tight is good enough.

We are so glad we purchased this to aid in drilling the holes straight for the fence. So easy to use and level. Made it easy to get each hole perfect and work our way around the pool. I can’t believe we were actually questioning whether or not to get one, I’m not sure how we could have done it without this device.

This is a must have item for installing a DIY pool fence! Pool decks are intentionally graded to help water drain. This product helps keep your pool fencing straight and level. Unfortunately, this item broke (where the drill bit feeds down to the concrete) while drilling the final couple of holes. But well worth it regardless.

I purchased this drill guide to help with installing my GLI pool fence. I debated purchasing the guide vs. renting one, but determined purchasing one would be more economical after doing mine and helping a friend do theirs. Upon opening the box, the unit had clearly been used previously as its paint was chipped on nearly every corner. Also, 2 of the 3 leveling bolts were missing (which are required to get uneven surfaces, like my paver patio, into level). Lastly, one of the butterfly nuts which secures the angle adjustment in place was missing. I ended up needing to rent a unit from a local pool supply store, and send this unit back. However, I just received an email stating that the seller will review my claim and if accepted, I'll still need to pay for return shipping and handling... Not cool Wayfair LLC and Amazon. Knowingly sending used items with missing parts after advertising them as new, and then charging the customer for shipping it back is the absolute epitome of poor customer service. I've got my fingers crossed.