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Robert Robillard

Carpenter / Remodeler / Editor

Rob Robillard is “The Concord Carpenter” Rob is a builder, general contractor, carpenter, woodworker, and editor of Concord Carpenter As a General Contractor and carpenter, Rob owns and operates Concord Carpenter LLC. A full-service remodeling and construction company. Rob is a recognized leader in home building best practices and a source for how-to information for building professionals. On this website, Rob covers all aspects of home construction, building science, home improvement, woodworking, remodeling, and some of the best product and tool reviews. Rob is in charge of our Tool and Product Review series - Concord Carpenter Videos where we post all of our tool reviews and video tutorials. Rob approaches remodeling and building construction with a pragmatic and problem-solving approach. He enjoys using his knowledge and experience to help and educate building professionals as well as DIYers on best practices in the construction and remodeling industry. He's a strong advocate for "raising the bar" in the construction trades and promoting the trades to youth. #BeAMentor #Green2Great Craftsmanship, quality, and pride guide his journey on this channel The Concord Carpenter's motto: "Well done is better than well said!" : Read more about Rob

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Paslode Cordless Lithium Ion Finish Nailer

By Robert Robillard

Paslode Cordless 16 Gauge Angled Lithium Ion Finish Nailer As a residential remodeling contractor I’m a huge believer in time saved is money earned. When you consider the time it takes to set up and put away a compressor, hose and pneumatic nailer you’ll understand why I’m a fan of the  Paslode Cordless Lithium Ion…

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Acrylic Block Windows

By Robert Robillard

   Acrylic Block Windows Offer Light, Privacy And Egress Options   While at the 2010 Baltimore, MD Remodelers Show I came across a company that produces acrylic block windows. I was familiar with the heavy glass block that you need a mason to install but not the acrylic block. It was interesting enough to share…

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Leviton SmartlockPro AFCI Receptacle

By Robert Robillard

Leviton SmartlockPro AFCI Receptacle

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Paslode CF325Li Lithium-ion Cordless Framing Nailer

By Robert Robillard

Paslode Fuel Powered Framing Nailer With Lithium-ion Battery Paslode the trail blazers in cordless nailer technology just released a new cordless, Lithium-Ion framing nailer, Model CF325Li. The Paslode CF325Li now has a battery that is lighter and lasts five times longer than the Ni-Cad battery.  It offers the user the ability to drives 50 percent…

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Building Near Wetlands

By Robert Robillard

Wetlands and Permitting: Building near wetlands is often prohibited.   “Wetlands ” usually refers to an area of land that is saturated with water either permanently or seasonally.  What distinguished a wetland is the it’s aquatic plants and hydric soils. Wetlands are important to people, fish and wildlife by protecting and improving water quality, providing fish and wildlife…

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Remove Algae Stains Off Roof

By Robert Robillard

Cleaning Algae Stains Off Roofs: I hate seeing black or green stains on a roof.  There are many reasons that cause mold, lichen and algae to grow on a roof but that doesn’t mean you have to tolerate it.   There are ways to eliminate these ugly stains and this article will explain how you…

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BROAN LP80 LoProfile Ventilation Bathroom Fan

By Robert Robillard

BROAN Lo Profile Ventilation Fan Solves Remodeling Woes: The folks at Broan recently answered a common and often vexing remodeling scenerio that has plagued remodelers over the years.   They invented a fan that will fit in tight quarters.   The  BROAN LP80 LoProfile Ventilation Bathroom Fan was introduced as a super compact, powerful, quiet and  efficient ventilation fan…

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Precast Concrete Steps

By Robert Robillard

Installing Precast Concrete Stairs Precast Concrete Steps have been around for approximately fifty years.  Precast concrete steps are a pre-made solid  pair of steps and landing that can be delivered and installed at your home.  A truck with a special crane transports the stairs and then hoists it into place. While not considered a “high quality” product they are attractive, durable, provide…

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