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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
Hot Water Systems Solar water heaters—also called solar domestic hot water systems—can be a cost-effective way to generate hot water for your home. They can be used in any climate, and the fuel they use—sunshine—is free. How They Work Solar water heating systems include storage tanks and solar collectors. There are two types of…
Remodeling Trends- What America Wants Over the past few years, Americans have been surveyed to describe what is important to them when remodeling. Home improvement projects point to specific remodeling trends. Specifically, people want indoor/outdoor livability, technological innovations, flexibility (design should easily adapt to changing family needs), and a kitchen-centric focus. The American Institute of…
Malcolm Gladwell’s “BLINK” The Power of Thinking Without Thinking I recently finished Blink by Malcolm Gladwell. I read it in a few sittings…. that good! Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking is a 2005 book by Malcolm Gladwell, in which he explores the power of the trained mind to make split second decisions. Thin-slicing…
By Ethan Bickford Angle Finding Jig: Need to get a somewhat precise angle on a pilot hole or screw? Check out our quick and easy way for drilling precise holes, or installing screws at an certain angle. Take your speed-square and line up the 90 degree corner with the center line of the hole you…
Do It Yourself Nightmare – DIY Nightmare We recently were hired to address a sun room that had most likely been leaking from the day it was installed. The sun room failure was due to a faulty design. Poor Design The prior homeowner had routed rabbits in large beams and recessed sliding door glass panels…
Air Leaks Rob Heat-Retaining Efficiency Adding insulation in your attic can drastically help reduce your heating and cooling bills each month. Lack of attic insulation and air leaks are usually the biggest offender for heat loss in a home. This article will teach your how to seal attic air leaks and save money on your…
Photo by: ecopreneurist.com What about adding “Re-Fill” to the three R’s above? There are many things we as individuals can do to reduce waste and help the environment the old slogan Reduce Reuse Recycle still holds true but what about re-fill? I drink at least twos cups of coffee a day that’s 365 x…
Bosch FNS138-23 23 Gauge 1-3/8-Inch Pin Nailer Review The folks at Bosch recently sent us their Bosch 23 Gauge Pin Nailer FNS138-23 to review and evaluate. What’s The Hype With Pin Nailers? Pin nailers seem to be getting more and more popular with woodworkers and trim carpenters and there is a good reason for it.…
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