ZipWall Magnetic Dust Barrier Door

By Robert Robillard

ZipWall Self-Closing Magnetic Dust Barrier Door When discussing contractor professional development we often refer to the term, “livable remodeling.” Livable remodeling refers to providing building and remodeling services to your clients in a way that: Reduces stress Minimizes health risks – such as airborne dust Ensures their home is livable during the process Details and…

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Silica The NEW Asbestos

By Stan Durlacher

Silica and Compliant Dust Control What do the “Largest Construction Tragedy in US History” and “The New Asbestos” Have In Common? Worst Construction Tragedy in US History – The Hawks Nest Tunnel In 1931, a project was started in Gauley Bridge, WV to create a tunnel under Gauley Mountain to divert the New River to…

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Clean Remodeling

By Robert Robillard

Be the Contractor (or Carpenter) Who Cares When you’re dealing with prospective clients, it’s all about preparation and communication. We all want to improve our business and be the best in the industry. Your old-school binder with past before and after photos shows off your craftsmanship but how do you really get homeowners’ attention? Be…

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BuildClean Dust Control System

By Robert Robillard

Construction Dust Control System Here at ConcordCarpener.com we often write about ‘best practices” and “contractor professional development.”   We also follow Henry Ford’s advice of, “doing things right when no one is looking.”   Livable Remodeling When discussing contractor professional development we often refer to the term, “livable remodeling.”    Livable remodeling refers to providing building and…

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Floor Sanding Dust Containment

By Robert Robillard

Hardwood Floor Sanding Dust Containment Tips One of my excellent customers called me the other day and asked if I would coordinate having their kitchen / family room floors sanded and refinished while they were away. These maple floors were installed approximately 15 years ago. Kitchen floor – high traffic area – heavy wear Hallway…

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Milwaukee M12 HAMMERVAC Universal Dust Extractor

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee M12™ HAMMERVAC™ Universal Dust Extractor Kit 2306-22 Review We recently had the opportunity to bring the Milwaukee M12 HAMMERVAC Universal Dust Extractor 2306-22 to the job-site to  review and test out.  Here’s what we think: Dust Extraction on the Job-site Tool companies are trying more and more to bring easier-to-use and more effective dust…

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How To Control Dust During A Renovation

By Robert Robillard

Image: rd.com Controlling Remodeling and Sanding Dust How to control dust during a renovation can be approached a number of ways. Simple and effective way to remove fumes, dust and odors from a confined area is to create negative pressure in a room and draw the contaminants out of the room.  Any environment can be…

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How To Reduce Allergens In A Home

By Robert Robillard

Image: fredtaylorart.com/allergy.jpg TIPS TO TACKLE ALLERGENS IN THE HOME As long as I can remember I have suffered from seasonal allergies. As Spring arrives it is often a good time to take some steps to make your house as “allergy free” as possible.  This article focuses on how to reduce allergens in a home. There…

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