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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
Compact Fluorescent Bulbs CFL’s Think about this statement. Installing five Compact Fluorescent Bulbs in your home can save you approximately $150.00. Compact Fluorescent light bulbs are more energy-efficient than regular bulbs because of the different method they use to produce light. Incandescent Bulbs Regular bulbs (also known as incandescent bulbs) create light by heating a filament inside…
Recommended Ice Thickness What do you consider “safe ice?” Every year we hear about people falling through ice and dying. When I speak to people about the safe thickness of ice and ice safety, everyone seems to have a different opinion. Over the past 21 years as a police officer I have experienced a hand…
Wal-Mart Recalls Electric Heaters Due To Fire And Burn Hazard Name of Product: Flow Pro, Airtech, Aloha Breeze & Comfort Essentials Heaters Units: About 2.2 million Importer: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Arkansas Hazard: The heaters can malfunction resulting in overheating, smoking, burning, melting and fire. Incidents/Injuries: Wal-Mart has received 21 reports of incidents, which…
WEEKLY TOOL GIVEAWAY: Each week I give away tools and accessories from major tool companies listed on the giveaway page. At the top of the page there is a giveaway tab. Click that or here TOOL GIVEAWAY .
Rockwell Holiday Giveaway Winners The two lucky winners of the Rockwell Sonicrafter giveaway are: R. Rizzo from Gelendale, RI Dave Gulya from Blue Hill, ME If you’re not familiar with the Rockwell Sonicrafter check out my review Rockwell Sonicrafter Review The Rockwell Sonicrafter RK5105k gives you the ability to sand, polish, scrape, and cut a wide…
DELTA Drill Press Review: A drill press is a versatile and functional tool for any workshop. A drill press is designed to drill precise holes or bore holes to exact depths, consistency being the key. There are 2 standard models to choose from: bench-top and floor models. When you think of drill presses there’s not much to…
Name of Product: Sterno Portable Butane Stoves Units: About 37,500 Importer: The Sterno Group LLC, of Des Plaines, Ill. Hazard: The stove’s “on-off” valve can fail to close completely when turned to the “off” position, causing butane to leak from the stove. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: Sterno has received…
Win A Rockwell Sonicrafter: Tonight at midnight the Rockwell Sonicrafter giveaway ends. Two lucky winners will win a Rockwell 22 pc. SoniCrafter Starter Kits #RK5105K (single speed) valued at $119.99 each set. To read more go to my review Rockwell Sonicrafter Review or enter this contest here through my ENTRY FORM. The Rockwell Sonicrafter RK5105k…
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