Sam S. wrote:

I'm running a cable line and have to drill through some carpet. I don't
want the bit to catch or snag the carpet, and maybe pull a thread so it
ruins the entire rug. How does one drill through carpet? Cut it first?

Thanks,

Sam

You don't want to drill the pile, especially if it is Berber. Take fine
scissors and gut pile out of the spot you are going to use. Just for
added insurance, I would put a some glue on the spot and let it dry.
Use a utility knife or xacto to cut out the hole. Why are you going
through carpet?