Master Mechanic 18 Volt Drill-Driver

By Robert Robillard

Master Mechanic 18V NiCd Drill-Driver – A DIYer Delight!   My friend Mike tells me that not every homeowner needs or wants to to spend a $200 to $350 plus for a Pro cordless drill.   If your a do-it-yourselfer there are effective alternatives to get the job done without breaking the bank.  One such option is the…

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2012 Bosch Media Event

By Robert Robillard

  New Bosch Tools For 2012: The folks at Bosch are focusing on end users that work with Concrete, Woodworking, General Construction & measurement.  I just got back from the 2012 Bosch Media Event and have a few favorites to share with you. Near and dear to my heart is any tool that allows me to travel…

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Bagster Dumpster In A Bag

By Robert Robillard

Waste Management’s Bagster Dumpster in a Bag By now you might have seen job sites in your area with the bright green bag labeled ” Bagster Dumpster In A Bag.”  I recently discovered them and now use the Bagster bag as a quintessential part of my remodeling companies waste removal. I run a small remodeling company  and prior to learning about the Bagster bags…

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Racor Bike Stand

By Robert Robillard

Racor PBS-2R Two-Bike Floor Stand: Racor Home Storage Products recently sent me some home storage solutions to try out in my tool trailer, shed and basement workshop and then report back. One item I tried out was their two bike stand.  The stand allows you top lets you quickly store 2 bikes in their upright…

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Dumpster Bags and Removal Services

By Robert Robillard

How Do They Do It? By now, we are all used to sorting our household recyclables from our regular trash either for curbside pickup or at the transfer station. What about larger items such as appliances, junk, and construction debris? Many of these items are highly recyclable themselves, or can be broken down into recyclable…

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Keyless Entry

By Robert Robillard

SimpliciKey Keyless Entry   As keyless car entry has become standard, keyless home entry is sure to follow. Already, remote control deadbolts are the first step for new and current homeowners alike to add an easy and useful upgrade to their houses that will make residences more attractive to sellers and fellow homeowners in the…

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Dumpster Bag

By Robert Robillard

Falling in LOVE with the dumpster bag ~ Rain Can’t Stop Me Now! Spring is now in full force and Summer is just around the corner here in MA. It’s always nice to see our friends and neighbors out as the weather warms up and we look forward to summer. Without the forecast of cold…

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Clopay Garage Makeover

By Robert Robillard

 Adding Trim and Siding To ConCrete Block Garage Wall My recent customer and friend Jon S. asked me to help him give his cinder-block garage a makeover.  This is how he described the garage before the makeover: “We’ve always loved the charm of our classic New England village colonial style; it’s the kind of house a…

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