QuikPoint Drill-Mate Maintenance Guide for Long Life

The QuikPoint Drill-Mate has earned a strong reputation among masons, contractors, and serious DIY users for one reason: it takes the back-breaking labor out of pointing and tuck-pointing. The tool is fast, accurate, and rugged—engineered for years of jobsite punishment.

But even a tough, professional-grade tool performs best with proper care. If you want your QuikPoint Drill-Mate to run smoothly for the long haul, protect its motor interface, and maintain consistent mortar flow, a little routine maintenance goes a long way.

This guide covers the essential steps: cleaning after each job, inspecting wear parts, caring for the hopper and auger, and storing it the right way so it lasts for years.

1. Clean the Drill-Mate After Every Job

Mortar is unforgiving. Once it dries, it sticks to everything: augers, hoppers, tips, and internal channels. That’s why the number one rule of Drill-Mate maintenance is simple—clean it immediately after each use.

A quick cleaning routine prevents clogs, reduces wear, and keeps the auger turning freely.

What cleaning should look like: After finishing your final pass, remove any remaining mortar from the hopper, detach the auger assembly, and rinse everything thoroughly with clean water. Use a stiff brush to dislodge material from the auger blades and interior surfaces.
The QuikPoint’s polyurethane barrel helps here—mortar doesn’t adhere as aggressively to this material compared to metal or cheaper plastics, so cleanup is faster and more effective.

2. Inspect Steel Tips and Replace When Needed

The QuikPoint Drill-Mate uses hardened steel tips designed to withstand aggressive use against masonry, mortar joints, and abrasive aggregate. These tips hold up well, but like any wear component, they should be inspected regularly.

If you notice:

• Deformation
• Excessive wear
• Clogging or narrowing
• Reduced flow control

…it may be time to replace the tip. A sharp, clean, properly sized tip ensures smooth, even mortar delivery, reduces strain on your drill, and improves job quality.

3. Flush the Hopper & Auger Thoroughly

Even when rinsed, hidden pockets of mortar can remain inside the auger chamber or hopper corners. Over time, this buildup restricts flow and can put torque stress on your drill.

A full flush is recommended after each job:

• Detach the hopper
• Remove the auger
• Rinse with running water while rotating the auger by hand
• Swish water through the barrel to clear fine particles

This prevents dried mortar from creeping into seams or bearings where it doesn’t belong.

4. Check the Mounting to Your Drill

Because the QuikPoint Drill-Mate runs off your electric drill, ensuring a secure mount is essential for both performance and safety. A loose connection can reduce torque transfer, cause wobble, or prematurely wear the adapter.

Before each job:

• Confirm the mount is tight
• Ensure the drive shaft seats fully into the drill chuck
• Inspect the adapter for rounding or slippage

A well-mounted Drill-Mate performs more efficiently and protects both the tool and your drill.

5. Drain Mortar Completely Before Storage

This is the biggest mistake new users make: putting the Drill-Mate away with a small amount of mortar left inside. Even a thin residue can harden and slow down the auger the next time you need it.

Always:

• Empty the hopper
• Wash the barrel
• Clear the auger
• Let all components dry thoroughly

A fully drained tool prevents corrosion, buildup, and premature wear.

6. Store in a Clean, Dry Environment

The QuikPoint Drill-Mate is built to be jobsite tough, but storage conditions still matter.

A good practice is to:

• Keep it in a dry area
• Avoid leaving it outdoors or in damp garages
• Store with the hopper detached
• Keep the barrel covered or inside its case to block dust

Moisture is the enemy of both steel and mortar consistency. A dry storage spot prevents rust on steel components and keeps the polyurethane barrel in top condition.

7. Designed for Durability: Why Your Care Matters

The Drill-Mate includes two major durability features worth preserving:

Unbreakable Polyurethane Barrel: This lightweight but extremely strong material resists cracking, denting, or deforming—something metal barrels often struggle with after repeated drops or impacts.

Hardened Steel Tips: These provide long service life under abrasion and repeated joint contact. Routine inspection keeps them performing as intended.

While the tool is built to last, taking basic steps to maintain these elements ensures you’ll get years of consistent, smooth performance—and far fewer headaches on the job.

Conclusion

The QuikPoint Drill-Mate is a workhorse, but even the toughest tool benefits from simple care. Cleaning after every job, checking the steel tips, flushing the hopper and auger, and storing it properly will keep your equipment performing with the same reliability you enjoyed on day one.

With a little attention, your Drill-Mate won’t just survive jobsite conditions—it’ll outlast your expectations and help you work faster, cleaner, and more efficiently for years to come.