Author Profile

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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Remodeling Health Risks

By Robert Robillard

  Remodeling Dust Health Risks With all the TV shows empowering home owners to independently take on remodeling projects and a home improvement retailer in practically every shopping center, there’s a definite allure to attempt these home improvements without professional assistance. Add to that a slumping economy, crippled housing market and fast-approaching holiday season and…

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Holiday Gift Guide

By Robert Robillard

A Concord Carpenter’s Holiday Gift Guide Hmmm the holidays…….  Need that perfect gift for your determined Do-It- Yourselfer? I’ve got you covered.  I’ve spent the last year reviewing a slew of interesting and useful tools from the newest gadgets to the classic must have in your tool box! Gifts that Make Work Easier, Faster and…

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Milwaukee® Introduces M12 Powered Heated Jacket

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee® Introduces the Hottest Tool on the Jobsite MILWAUKEE, WI – Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation continues to expand the industry’s largest sub-compact battery system with the introduction of the new M12™ Cordless Heated Jacket. Compatible with the entire line of M12™ professional power tools, the new heated jacket utilizes the innovative M12™ RED LITHIUM® battery…

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Porch Column Replacement

By Robert Robillard

Replacing Wood Columns With Fiberglass Columns Replacing wood columns with fiberglass columns is usually a straight forward and easy project.  On a recent project we were asked to replace three wood columns, one of which was severely rotted and caused the porch to settle 1 inch.  A project like this requires a building permit and experience understanding and building…

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NEW ~ Weekly Giveaway At Concord Carpenter

By Robert Robillard

Hey guys I’ve added a new tab at the top of my page called “Giveaways.” It’s super easy to enter, no strings attached! Promise. This is a great opportunity for you folks to get great stuff from tool manufactures like Milescraft, Attinity tools – Bora clamps, Final cut saw blades, Drill Doccter and Duo-Fast Construction.…

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Somfy System Motorized Awning Recall

By Robert Robillard

Motorized Awnings Recalled by Somfy Systems Due to Shock Hazard Somfy Systems has issued a recall of 4,600 motorized awnings. The problem? The possibility for the power cable to sever and become exposed risking electrical shock. Name of Product: Motorized Awnings Units: About 4,600 Importer: Somfy Systems Inc., of Dayton, N.J. Hazard: The awning motor’s…

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Anderson A-Series Window Replacement

By Robert Robillard

Window Replacement Using Anderson A Series On this recent project we were hired to replace four wood casement windows that had rotted.   These windows were fifteen years old and high quality when bought. Water infiltration is a major issue with homeowners. I get complaints each week about water that leaks in and around windows. Flashing’s…

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Dust Free Drilling

By Robert Robillard

Recently my friend and co-worker George Gussler had to install twenty molly bolts in a plaster wall.  The molly bolts were to hold up heavy artwork and the home where the art was going in was furnished.  In order to avoid making a dusty mess George came up with this innovative and dust free drilling…

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