Abstract: A simple device and method for attaching a hanger bracket to a base ceiling is presented which greatly enhances the speed with which a drop ceiling may be installed. A cylindrical main body is surrounded by a rectangular hanger bracket support. The main body and hanger bracket support are attached together and the main body has a longitudinal cylindrical hole into which may be inserted a standard socket extender. The drive shaft of the socket extender protrudes out the bottom of the main cylindrical body. The rectangular hanger bracket support is longer than the diameter of the cylindrical body and this protruding end has a trapezoidal section cut out so that the work piece may be easily inserted and removed once installed. The main cylindrical body and hanger support are attached to the top of a telescoping pole. The drive shaft is inserted into the socket located on the inside of the top of the telescoping pole.