How do I remove a screw with a damaged head?

What other techniques are there for removing a screw with a damaged head?

To loosen a screw that won’t come out, you can use the following methods.

• Remove the screw with a screwdriver

The screw extractor is very effective in removing screws   with severely damaged heads.   To do this, first choose an extractor with a   tip that matches the screw head.   Then insert it into a standard screwdriver and set it to a low speed   to avoid further damage to the screw head.   Then place the extractor on the screw and press it in with pressure. Activate the screwdriver   after placing it in the unscrewing position.

• Remove the screw using a screwdriver and a hammer

This simple method involves  drilling a new hole in the head of the damaged screw to ensure better adhesion and make it easier to loosen the screw. To do this, choose a screwdriver that matches the screw head. Then place it on the screw and tap the handle with a hammer to apply pressure to the screwdriver. The new hole   improves the grip of the screwdriver and   makes it easier to loosen the screw