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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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Expedition Impossible Behind The Scenes Episode 1

By Robert Robillard

The COPS: Expedition Impossible: Episode 1 So many people have been asking for more of the behind the scenes story and what I was thinking that I finally acquiesced and decided to write about our days in Morocco. We left for Morocco in late March. You can imagine that training outdoors in Massachusetts was difficult.…

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STIHL Recalls Yard Power Tools

By Robert Robillard

Recall Due to Burn and Fire Hazards Name of Product: Gas powered STIHL trimmers, brushcutters, KombiMotors, hedge trimmers, edgers, clearing saws, pole pruners, and backpack blowers that utilize a toolless fuel cap   Units: About 2.3 million   Manufacturer: STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.   Hazard: The level of ethanol and other fuel additives can…

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DIY Home Improvement Show – Episode 5

By Robert Robillard

A Concord Carpenter Delivers Tips For Simple Home Repair In New TV Show . I just finished filming the fifth cable TV episode #5 ~ check it out. See Press Release During the highly informative 30 minute program, we  demonstrate to homeowners how to handle a vari ety of simple home improvement projects with minimal…

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Asbestos Tile Removal

By Robert Robillard

 Remove Asbestos tile or cover it?   Dear Concord Carpenter, My home was built in ’56 with a tile floor basement that is asbestos. During floods, many of these tiles came floating by. I just had French drains installed on the interior perimeter of my basement. We have studded out a room as my brother…

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Electric Log Splitter Recall

By Robert Robillard

Changzhou Globe Tool Group Recalls Due to Laceration or Amputation Hazard; Name of Product: Task Force 5-ton electric log splitters Units: About 20,000 Manufacturer: Changzhou Globe Tool Group Co. Ltd., of China Importer: L G Sourcing, Inc. of North Wilkesboro, NC Hazard: The electric log splitters have a hydraulic arm that, during use, slides under…

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Tips On Choosing A House Color

By Robert Robillard

  Choosing a House color?  Start with the roof . . . That’s become one of the most common requests for homeowners in today’s marketplace as people look to add more colorful features to their homes as part of remodeling and new construction projects. “A well-chosen color scheme for a home’s exterior can bring out…

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Replacing Old Building Products

By Robert Robillard

  The Environmental Benefits of Replacing Old Building Materials At this point, there really is not any need to further repeat the amazing environmental benefits of outfitting older homes with , products and materials. The immediate impact of these necessary changes will save water, energy, gas and oil usage.  Simply by making these large and…

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Warmly Yours Tempzone Radiant Floor System

By Robert Robillard

Warmly Yours Tempzone System Review WarmlyYours TempZone™  Radiant Electric Floor Heat This past winter I installed a Warmly Your snow melting system under a blue-stone walkway with huge success.  I was so impressed with this system that I asked Warmly Yours if they would be interested in my reviewing their Warmly Yours Tempzone Radiant Floor System…

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