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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 Repair Lawn Irrigation Pipe

By Robert Robillard

How To Repair A Damaged Pipe In A Lawn Irrigation System Lawn irrigation is something most people install and then forget about. Leaks in these types of systems sometimes show up as puddles or geyser’s of water shooting from the ground.  This article will show you how to repair lawn irrigation pipe. Possible causes for…

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Replacing a Bathroom Vent Duct

By Robert Robillard

Photos: Concord Carpenter Recently a client asked me to evaluate her bathroom fan. This fan was not removing the steam from the bathroom during showers and we both assumed the fan was the culprit.  Actually we ended up replacing the bathroom vent duct instead.    Read on to see how we figured out the issue.…

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EPA LEAD Rule

By Robert Robillard

Image http://www.alleba.com/blog/wp-content/photos/you_rock_you_rule.jpg It’s called the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) rule, and it’s applies to any home built on or before December 31, 1977. The EPA LEAD Rule or RRP Rule Means: 1. Renovation firms must be certified and pay a fee of $300 every 5 years. 2. Renovators must be trained and certified by…

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Velux Skylight Features

By Robert Robillard

Velux Skylight Features 3 Improvements At a recent product seminar I saw the new and improved Velux skylight features. They recently have redesigned their line and are offering three new and improved installation flashing and attachment features. Velux now offers a 10-year “No Leak” warranty on product and installation. The new skylight line has 3…

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Lead Safety Rule

By Robert Robillard

Picture: http://keetsa.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/09/lead_paint.jpg Lead Paint Safety Rule Well it’s taken the EPA almost 20 years but I think they may finally act on Lead safety rules and the problems associated with lead dust during renovations.  The impetus behind this lead safety rule is to require the construction industry to contribute in the prevention of lead poisoning…

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Gerber Gear Strata Multitool

By Robert Robillard

Gerber Gear Strata Multitool Review If you’re a problem solver and like to fix, tinker or just be prepared for those unexpected repairs then …. meet the Strata™.  GERBER Strata Multi-Tool Model # 30-000334 Gerber Gear Strata Multitool features: •Pliers •Carbide pinch cutters •Saw •1/2 Fine edge & Serrated blade •Can & bottle opener •Scissors •Large…

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Repairing A French Drain Pipe

By Robert Robillard

French Drain Pipe I have a customer that go a bit of water in her basement with this past months heavy rains. The house does not have gutters instead it was a french perimeter drain that surrounds the house and collects water draining off the roof and carries it way by gravity down a hill…

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Making And Using A Door Buck

By Robert Robillard

Using A Door Buck To Fit a Door When working installing hinges on doors one of the challenges is how to hold the door firmly on edge, the answer is a door buck. What is a Door Buck? A door buck is a simple site made jig that many carpenters use to hold doors securely…

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