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Jobsite Dust Control

March 28, 2013 Written by Robert Robillard 4 Comments
ZipWall barrier systems

A good dust control strategy is essential to keeping your customer or significant other happy throughout a DIY or remodeling project. Here's a few tips to get you started:   1. In the work area, look for ways air to enters and leaves the room. This would include sealing off doors, windows, air vents and any other openings. Take steps to control or block them off.   2. Designate one doorway to be your main entryway to the room. Using thin … [Read more...]

Filed Under: asbestos, Attic Remodeling, Basement Renovation, Concrete, Dealing With Dust, Insulation, Interior Repairs, Lead Paint Dust, Remodeling, Tools PLUS!, ZipWall Barrier Systems

How To Insulate An Attic Hatch

March 26, 2013 Written by Robert Robillard Leave a Comment
How To Insulate An Attic Hatch

Reduce Energy Costs: When people search the internet for the phrase "How to insulate an attic hatch" their more than likely concerned about their  home heat retaining efficiency, or lack thereof. Attic hatches are a huge source of air leaks and radiant heat loss.  Heat rises and you can bet your paycheck that your losing a ton of heat through an uninsulated attic hatch.   Many people do not realize just how easy it is to insulate … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Energy Saving, Insulation

Energy Efficient Updates

February 22, 2013 Written by Robert Robillard 3 Comments
Energy Efficient Updates

Kickoff 2013 with Energy Efficient Do-It-Yourself Updates Guest blog post by Jay Sherman, Leviton Director of Marketing, Residential Each year, Leviton kicks off the New Year at the International Builders’ Show (IBS). We attended the show in Las Vegas from January 22 – 24, meeting with builders, contractors and homeowners to demonstrate our newest and most innovative home solutions. As the building and remodeling industry begins to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Energy Saving, Energy Star, GFCI, Leviton, Lighting

DEWALT 12 Volt MAX Imaging Thermometer Model DCT416

November 6, 2012 Written by Robert Robillard 1 Comment
dewalt 12 volt thermal imaging thermometer

Imaging Thermometer  Infrared technology is increasingly present in mainstream the remodeling and building industry. Infrared, is radiation similar to visible light, but with a slightly longer wavelength. It has less energy than red light - which is the lowest energy light the human eye can perceive. Visible light is emitted by objects at a very high temperature, infrared energy is emitted by all objects at room temperature and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DeWalt Tools, Energy Saving, Insulation, Tools PLUS!

Smart Technology for the Smart Home

February 4, 2012 Written by Robert Robillard Leave a Comment
CES: Nexia™ Home Intelligence System

Smart Technology for the Smart Home The stuff that you only saw in the movies before are now becoming a home-reality – home features are getting more intelligent. Almost everywhere, houses are being built with advance technology that can be controlled by a push of a button. “Smart” features in a home can include technology like, Wi-Fi operated light bulbs, security cameras, and remote controls for just about anything you can think … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Green Initiatives

New Book: Home Improvement Projects Explained!

January 28, 2012 Written by Robert Robillard Leave a Comment
Brad Staggs

Spend-A-Little Save-A-Lot Home Improvements: Money-Saving Projects Anyone Can Do A friend of mine, Brad Staggs,  recently wrote his own home improvement book.  Brad Staggs has written, produced and directed feature stories for The Nashville Network and also produced and hosted features for Decorating with Style and Today at Home on HGTV.   Today, Brad is seen on HGTV's HGTVPro.Com Weekly and on the syndicated Rebecca's Garden and The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Bathrooms, Decks And Porches, DIY, DIY Home Improvement Show, Energy Saving, Exterior Repairs, Green Initiatives, Home And Personal Safety, Insulation, Plumbing

Building Sustainably With Green Sense Concrete

January 8, 2012 Written by Robert Robillard Leave a Comment
concrete truck pour

BASF Green Sense™ Concrete technology for sustainable concrete BASF Construction Chemicals recently developed a process that results in new levels of performance, profitability and sustainability for concrete pouring that results in a  high performing, economical concrete with the least environmental impact. The Green Sense Concrete technology a combination of recycled materials and tailor-made chemical admixtures needed to improve the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Green Initiatives

EcoStud® Track & Stud System

December 20, 2011 Written by Robert Robillard 3 Comments
ecostud track

EcoStud Track & Stud Framing System A Green Framing Solution I first saw the EcoStud® Track & Stud System at a trade show.  I was intrigued it's innovative and practical approach to solving  interior, non-load bearing walls or partitions. EcoStud is made from 100% recycled resin (post-consumer and post-industrial content), and is ideal in moisture prone environments like basements and coastal areas.  Installing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Basement Renovation, Green Initiatives, Mold, recycled materials