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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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How To Install A Dryer Vent

By Robert Robillard

Installing A Dryer Duct and Vent – Best Practice The type and length of your dryer duct can have a significant effect on the efficiency of your dryer as well as increase or reduce the risk of a fire. Use Metal Duct Pipe – Best Practice The best duct pipe to use is 4” solid,…

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Cheap Tool?

By Robert Robillard

Let’s Ditch the term “Cheap Tool” – Tool Reviews by Ralph Mroz How many times have you heard  someone bash a tool as “a cheap piece of junk” when it didn’t meet their expectations?  How many times have you done so?  The fact is that the key phrase in the preceding is “didn’t meet expectations”. …

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Weird Tools and Weird Practices

By Robert Robillard

Weird Tools and Weird Practices — On Purpose! Ralph Mroz We all have that unusual tool — sometimes it’s just a little weird, sometimes it’s kinda cheap — but we keep finding a use for it.  Likewise, we all have some unusual practice that might draw skeptical looks — but it works for us.  We…

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Installing Landscape Path Lighting

By Robert Robillard

Using Low Voltage Path Lighting – Outdoor Living Outdoor living is not new, but its concept has expanded dramatically in the last 10 years. Regardless of your climate, creating multipurpose outdoor living spaces, that function as extensions of the home, is now the trend. In this article we will discuss landscape path lighting and how…

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Dryerbox Recessed Exhaust Receptacle

By Robert Robillard

Dryerbox: A safer Dryer Exhaust Receptacle Keep Your Laundry Room Safe from Fires: Here’s a scary statistic: according to the National Fire Prevention Association, more than 15,000 home fires per year are caused by clothes dryers – and many of these could have been prevented. Fire prevention is a top concern for homebuyers, and providing information…

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10 Things To Look For In A Moving Company

By Robert Robillard

Hiring A Moving Company Searching for the right moving company requires a lot of knowledge, here ar 10 Things To Look For In A Moving Company. It may be challenging, especially if you’ve never moved before. Not knowing what things to look for in a moving company can make a difference between a safe and smooth relocation…

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KEEN Utility Dover Work Boot Review

By Robert Robillard

KEEN Utility Dover Six-Inch Waterproof Work Boot KEEN Utility has come out with some new work boots this year and I’ve been trying out the KEEN Utility Dover Work Boot six-inch waterproof model. By Ralph Morz KEEN First Impression The bottom line: This was my first KEEN Utilty work boot; I expected to like it…

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Cleaning a Bluestone Patio

By Robert Robillard

How to Clean Bluestone Many homes have concrete and blue-stone walkways, steps and patios.  The problem is leaves, pollen and rust stains that develop can very difficult to remove. This article will address using a pressure washer as best practice for cleaning a Bluestone patio. Use A Pressure Washer The most effective and safe cleaning method…

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