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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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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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Porter Cable PIN138 Pin Nailer

By Robert Robillard

Porter Cable PIN138 Pin Nailer 23 Gauge A Pin Nailer Is A Small But Handy Finish And Shop Tool: The Porter Cable PIN138 Pin Nailer uses 23-gauge headless and slight head pin nails from 5/8-Inch to 1-3/8-Inch length. Pin Nails The headless nails are great for holding things in place until the glue dries.  Things…

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Davinci Roofs Made In The U.S.A.

By Robert Robillard

Do you know where your home’s roof was made? If you have a polymer DaVinci Roofscapes® slate or shake roof, it was created in Kansas City, Kansas — that’s Made in the USA. Davinci Roofs Made In The U.S.A. have manufactured award-winning synthetic slate and shake roofing since 1999. The polymer roofing tiles are virtually…

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BOSCH L-BOXX Stackable Tool Storage

By Robert Robillard

Bosch L-Boxx Increases Tool Organization Say “Good Bye” to disorganization and “Hello” to the BOSCH way of organizing tools! Bosch recently came out with an innovative stack-able tool storage system called the L-Boxx.   Designed to improve tool organization and transportation on the job-site I asked Bosch to send me one to evaluate and review. The…

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Do PollenTEC Screens Block Pollen?

By Robert Robillard

Using PollenTEC Screening on a Gazebo . Dear Concord Carpenter, I’ve found your review on PollenTec today and I’m considering buying this stuff. I’m really allergic to pollen and have to keep my windows close all summer long… I would like to know if you find that this product is effective for you, did it reduce…

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Air Conditioner Buying Guide

By Robert Robillard

How to Buy the Right Air Conditioner for Your Home Keep Your Cool AND Save Money:  choose the right air conditioning unit: Keep Your Cool AND Save Money: How to Buy the Right Air Conditioner for Your Home After months of waiting, spring is finally here as people are looking forward to planning their favorite…

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