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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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Bosch 23 Gauge Pin Nailer

By Robert Robillard

Bosch 23 Gauge Pneumatic Pin Nailer, FNS 138 I recently attended the 2012 Bosch media event and got a sneak peak at the NEW Bosch 23 Guage Pin Nailer. Woodworkers and finish carpenters alike have alot to be excited about.   The  Bosch 23 Gauge Pin Nailer has some really nice features  and at  a price…

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Bosch CM12 12-Inch Single Bevel Compound Miter Saw

By Robert Robillard

Bosch CM12 Lightweight and Portable 12-Inch Compound Miter Saw The theory of work smarter not harder also translates to travel and pack lighter!      The new Bosch CM12 12-Inch Single Bevel Compound Miter Saw fits that motto by allowing one-handed portability with a well designed and placed handle and it’s no frills design to reduce weight and make this…

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Andersen 45 Minute Rapid Install Storm Door System

By Robert Robillard

The NEW Andersen Storm Door System I have to say that when I saw the marketing promotion material on the Andersen 45 Minute Rapid Install Storm Door System I was skeptical that any storm door could be installed in such a short time. The folks at Anderson sent me a door to install and see…

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DEWALT Titanium IMPACT READY Step Drill Bit

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT Titanium Step Bits for Cordless Drilling Applications The DEWALT Titanium IMPACT READY Step Drill Bit is a drill bit that has the tip ground down to a different diameter than its base.  The transition between the two forms an angled, countersink like bit.  Step bits are extremely versitile drill bits and allow the user to custom size a hole…

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DEWALT Jobsite Headlamp DWHT70440

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT® Introduces New Job-site Tough Construction Headlamp for Pros I’m a bit  of a flashlight and headlamp junkie.  I probably got into it when I started backpacking and winter camping and it evolved into the job-site.   I learned early on that not only does a headlamp frees my hands to perform the task at hand…

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DEWALT High Impact Demolition Chisels

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT High Impact Demolition Dual-Steel Chisels  DEWALT has a new line of High Impact Demolition Chisels engineered with two types of steel to minimize breakage and increase durability. Most demo chisel users find that the biggest failures with these chisels are breakage at the bit shank and rapid wearing of the bit. The new DEWALT High Impact Demolition Chisels have an…

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CST Berger RL25 Self-leveling Rotary Laser

By Robert Robillard

CST/berger Self-Leveling Rotary Laser Offers Precision and Durability on the Jobsite CST / Berger has introduced the new CST Berger RL25 Self-leveling Rotary Laser that has been engineered to improve the quality of exterior construction projects like; grading, structure leveling, drainage and excavating job site applications. A few new features like single axis slope control and glass-enclosed top…

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Porter-Cable Stapler and Brad Nailer

By Robert Robillard

Porter Cable Brad Nailer BN200C Thee folks at Porter-Cable recently released two re-designed 18GA, oil-free, finish nailers as more compact and more durable – Porter-Cable Stapler and Brad Nailer  are models BN200C and NS150C respectively. The Porter-Cable Stapler and Brad Nailer each feature a removable non-marring nose tip, a sequential style trigger, and rear exhaust to direct air…

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