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Makita Showcases New 18V Cordless Tools at STAFDA Trade Show This was the first year Concord Carpenter attended STAFDA. Typically the show does not have a reputation for big surprises but this year we were pleasantly surprised to see a some new advances in new tools and battery technology from Makita. Makita 70 Plus Tools…
The Small Construction Company Leader The small business leader, to be successful, has to keep his or her eyes on a lot of things at one time. This article is focused on providing you with some tips and solid techniques to help you juggle all of those balls you have in the air. Pay Attention…
Porter Cable Drill/Driver on the new 20V Max LiNKED System Porter Cable, well known for it’s woodworking tools, is redefining itself as the Professional’s personal tool line. Whether you’re a mechanic, electrician, or plumber you know you’re way around tools and you’ve learned a thing or two from your carpenter brethren. The Porter Cable 20V…
Door flashing and Weather-Resistant Construction: On a recent project we were hired to replace the pressure treated decking and railing on a porch and replace everything with mahogany. A pretty straightforward project, or at least that’s what I thought. The door was leaking at the sill and had an exterior door flashing issue.While removing the…
FEIN MultiMaster Oscillating Tool Review FMM250Q As a renovation contractor I’ve been using the FEIN MultiMAster FMM250Q on the job-site for at least eight years. I remember seeing it on jobs even before that but it was mostly being used for intricate sanding applications, not cutting. In the last ten years it seems that…
RIDGID Delivers an Economical HEPA Vac for Contractors As a carpenter who cares about the homes I work on, the need for a HEPA Vac is more than just about meeting new EPA requirements surrounding Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program (RRP) it’s about keeping your clients home’s clean and livable during a renovation. From cutting…
Replacing a Front Door: It’s Never As EASY… As It First Appears! BEFORE PHOTO The red door below is circa 1940. The bottom rail was cracked and the door did not close / seal well and was leaking air, a perfect candidate for a door replacement. The homeowners were replacing the old damaged oak…
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 5 Inch Grinder 2780-21 Review We recently took the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 5 Inch Grinder 2780-21 to the job-site to test and review – here is our thoughts: Initial Impression Milwaukee recently gave me a chance to try out their M18 FUEL™ 4-1/2″ / 5″ Grinder, Paddle Switch No-Lock Kit 2780-21. This…
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