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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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Win A Irwin Marples Woodworking Chisel Set

By Robert Robillard

Charlie Reinold from North Highland CA won the Irwin Marples Chisel Set – Congrats Charles. Please send me an email w/48 hours to confirm your address. Irwin Marples Six Piece Chisel Set GIVEAWAY Back when I wrote my review on the Irwin Marples Chisel Set, a bunch of newsletter subscribers, asked for me to give a…

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Milwaukee M12 FUEL

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee Expands FUEL Brushless Line to Include M12 Tools A few months ago I attended the 2012 Milwaukee Media event and got a sneakpeek at their M12 and M18 FUEL line up.  Adding theMilwaukee M12 FUEL makes a ton of sense and they did’nt just add a few tools like other manufacturers, they added six tools to…

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DeWalt 20V MAX Lithium Ion Jigsaw GIVEAWAY

By Robert Robillard

We have a WINNER!!!! 300 people entered this contest and Derrick Hamlett won the jigsaw. Derrick is a full time member of the Army National Guard and performs carpentry services for the Nat. guard making shelves, storage usits and anything else they need. CONGRATS Derrick and than you for you service to our country!! enjoy…

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Powder Coated Bilco Basement Door

By Robert Robillard

Classic Series Bilco Basement Door with Powder Coat Finish: I recently had the opportunity to install a new powder coated Bilco basement door. I first saw this new door finish at a builders trade show in Orlando and when I contacted the company they sent me a unit to install, review and report back to…

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DEWALT Premium Pliers

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT Now Offering A Line Of Premium Pliers DEWALT is introducing a new line of 12 new premium pliers to their array of tools. The DEWALT Premium Pliers release comes on the heels of last years release of their huge new line of hand tools. DEWALT has a well known history of designing and manufacturing durable, reliable and professional…

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Renovate Like A Pro

By Robert Robillard

15 Ways to Add Some Pizzazz to Your Home Your home is your castle, so it’s okay for you to want to add some pizzazz to it. Smart home renovations not only improve your quality of life in the home, but also increase its value when it comes time to sell it. So for all…

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DEWALT TSTAK Storage Unit

By Robert Robillard

New DEWALT TSTAK Organizers Provide Carpenters and tradesmen with Durable Tool Storage Options A complete sample [photo right] of the new DEWALT TSTAK Storage Unit just arrived at the Concord Carpenter workshop for a review.    I first saw these displayed back in June at the Stanley Bostitch media event at the Westin New York Hotel. The…

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Remodeling Checklist for Aging In Place

By Robert Robillard

Aging In Place Let’s face it. We’re all going to get old. Our pets, cars, gadgets, and houses are going to become old and outdated. That’s just how life works, and there’s no point in fighting it. Your Home isn’t Getting Any Younger Luckily, like fine wine, some things improve with age; take your house…

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