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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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Removing A Post From Ground

By Robert Robillard

How To Remove A fence Post or Other Post From the Ground Dear Concord Carpenter, What would be the best way to remove a fence post?  I’m replacing sections of my stockade fence and am having difficulty removing the post from the ground. Thanks Mike L Dear Mike, The quickest way I’ve seen is to…

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Bagster Dumpster In A Bag

By Robert Robillard

Waste Management’s Bagster Dumpster in a Bag By now you might have seen job sites in your area with the bright green bag labeled ” Bagster Dumpster In A Bag.”  I recently discovered them and now use the Bagster bag as a quintessential part of my remodeling companies waste removal. I run a small remodeling company  and prior to learning about the Bagster bags…

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Racor Bike Stand

By Robert Robillard

Racor PBS-2R Two-Bike Floor Stand: Racor Home Storage Products recently sent me some home storage solutions to try out in my tool trailer, shed and basement workshop and then report back. One item I tried out was their two bike stand.  The stand allows you top lets you quickly store 2 bikes in their upright…

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Butcher Block

By Robert Robillard

Butcher Block Counter Gluing up a Maple butcher block counter:  Butcher block counter tops are natural, beautiful, practical, renewable, economical, and, contrary to popular belief, one of the safest, most sanitary kitchen work surfaces available. A customer of mine recently asked me if I was willing to glue up two sections of butcher block counter…

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Senco PC1279 Three Tool Combo Kit

By Robert Robillard

Senco compressor and three nailers: The folks at Senco recently came out with their PC1279 comb kit which includes an six gallon, oil-less pancake air compressor and three-nailer combo kit and a ¼” x 25′ air hose.  The nailers are: FinishPro 35 angled finish nailer, The FinishPro 35 drives 1¼”to 2½” 15 ga. nails, the finish nailer…

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Kobalt 27 Piece Extreme Access Socket Set

By Robert Robillard

Kobalt 27-Piece Standard 1/4-in and 3/8-in Drive Xtreme Access Socket Set I consider carpenters mechanics – we fix things and work with carpentry tools but don’t often get a chance to use mechanic tools like socket sets too often.  Most times we get to use a socket set when building structural frames like headers, beams…

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WIN a DEWALT 12V MAX Pivot Reciprocating Saw

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT 12V DCS310S1 Pivot Saw:  Father’s Day Giveaway Whether it’s on the job site or at home taking care of your family, DEWALT knows that Dads work hard all year long to get the job done. To celebrate Father’s Day, DEWALT is offering the chance for one lucky Dad to take home the new 12V Reciprocating…

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Arborwear Tech Pants

By Robert Robillard

Jobsite Worthy Pants: Construction clothing is an interesting animal.  It has to be comfortable, functional, durable and of course it never hurts to look good! Arborwear makes such clothing and recently introduced their Tech Pants.  With summertime approaching there is nothing nicer than having a lightweight, durable pair of 7 ounce nylon workpants that are…

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