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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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Sustainable Residential Design

By Robert Robillard

SUSTAINABLE RESIDENTIAL DESIGN: INCREASING ENERGY EFFICIENCY An increasingly important component of residential design and construction is sustainable design. Sustainable Residential Design is basically wise decision making about materials and land use and maximizing a site and building energy efficiency. There are many ways that your architect can help you save energy in your existing home or…

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Portsmouth Shower Fixtures by American Standard

By Robert Robillard

Portsmouth™ Collection from American Standard Water Efficient Bathroom Collection Sparkles with Old World Charm Characterized by exquisite detail and workmanship that is reminiscent of Colonial Virginia, the Portsmouth Collection extends throughout the bath with a complete range of solid brass bathroom faucets. Beneath its traditional styling, all Portsmouth bathroom sink models are WaterSense®-certified for water…

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JELD-WEN Fiberglass Door Line

By Robert Robillard

Jeld-Wen Douglas Fir Option for its Custom Fiberglass Door Line JELD-WEN, a leading manufacturer of windows and doors,recently added an exquisite door style to their repertoire.    JELD-WEN’s Aurora® Fiberglass door with its wood grain actually looks like a wood door but has all of a maintenance free door.  Unlike a wood door the aurora will not rot,…

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Therma-Tru® Programs Enhance the Service Model

By Robert Robillard

Therma-Tru®  Programs Enhance the Service Model for Builders, Dealers and Remodelers MAUMEE, Ohio ― Therma-Tru® Doors, the industry’s most preferred entryway door brand, offers benefits beyond access to a full portfolio of products that includes sizes to fit nearly any opening and designs that enhance any architectural style.  The company also offers programs that help…

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Kohler Sterling High Efficiency Toilet

By Robert Robillard

Sterling High Efficiency Toilet By Kohler Water Savings From KOHLER Kohler is offering a new design on their high-efficiency toilet line, while providing exceptional water savings in five designs. All five toilets carry the EPA’s WaterSense label, assuring superior performance and great water efficiency. Kohler Sterling High Efficiency Toilets: Karsten Rockton Dual Force Stinson Windham Riverton…

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Removing a Leaking Balcony

By Robert Robillard

Balcony Removal A cantilever is a beam supported on only one end. The beam carries the load to the support where it is resisted by moment and shear stress.[1] Cantilever construction allows for overhanging structures without external bracing. Cantilevers can also be constructed with trusses or slabs. This is in contrast to a simply supported…

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Check Your Toilet Performance

By Robert Robillard

Will It Flush? Check Your Toilet Performance Before You Buy With New Web App from American Standard Interactive Smartphone App Lets Users Choose Golf Balls, Kid’s Clay, Cat Litter, Chicken Nuggets, Hotdogs or Bananas to See: “Will it Flush?” PISCATAWAY, NJ (January 18, 2011) –Testing a toilet’s flushing power has never been easier – or…

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Bosch Rotary Hammer Drills Now With LESS Vibration

By Robert Robillard

New Bosch Rotary Hammers Offer Best Performance with Lowest Vibration Levels 01.18.2011– LAS VEGAS, Jan. 18 – 21, 2011 – Bosch Power Tools and Accessories introduces three new, super powerful rotary hammers that maximize impact energy, minimize vibration levels, yet maintain manageable size and weight to provide the utmost comfort in extended chiseling and drilling.…

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