Philips Lighting Recalls Compact Fluorescent Flood Bulbs

By Robert Robillard

Energy Saver and Marathon Compact Fluorescent Dimmable Reflector Flood Lamps Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard Name of Product: Energy-saver a/k/a/Marathon or Marathon Classic Compact Fluorescent Dimmable Reflector lamps Units: About 1.86 million Manufacturer: Philips Lighting Company of Somerset, N.J. Hazard: The glue that attaches the glass outer envelope or globe to the body of the…

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Bosch DDS181-02 Compact Drill Driver

By Robert Robillard

Bosch DDS181-02 Compact Drill Driver Review: We’ve been using the Bosch DDS181-02 Compact Drill Driver , on the job-site for several months now and this is what we think: The Bosch DDS181-02 has good balance and fits very natural in my hand. The rubber grips are non-slip and there are no sharp edges on or…

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Cordless Nailer Maintenance

By Robert Robillard

Paslode Cordless Fastening Tool Maintenance You know how much I like fuel-powered cordless nailers; I use them all the time now. They are fast and easy to set up – just load in fuel, battery and nails and you’re good to go.  No need to lug in and set up a compressor. I also know…

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Insulated Garage Doors

By Robert Robillard

Lower Energy Costs and Improve the Comfort of Your Home Year-Round with an Insulated Garage Door A leaky, uninsulated garage door may not be an obvious culprit in rising monthly utility bills, but it’s worth a second look if you have an attached garage. Replacing an older garage door with a new, energy efficient model…

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Holiday Tool Buying Guide Part 1

By Robert Robillard

Holiday Gift Buying Guide: Since starting AConcordCarpenter I am constantly asked for my recommendations for tool gifts.  The simple answer is not always that simple. People are funny when it comes to tools.  When you consider that many people follow brand loyally, only look at price points, purchase what their used to; based on many…

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Holiday Tool Buying Guide 2

By Robert Robillard

Based on the suggestion of a friend, I’ve compiled a list of great gift ideas of the tools and products that I have tested and reviewed.  All are great tools and many of them have found permanent homes in my toolbox!! While most of these recommendations are tools, some of them are really cool products,…

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Holiday Tool Buying Guide 3

By Robert Robillard

Since starting AConcordCarpenter I am constantly asked for my recommendations for tool gifts.  The simple answer is not always that simple. People are funny when it comes to tools.  Based on the suggestion of a friend, I’ve compiled a list of great gift ideas of the tools and products that I have tested and reviewed. …

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It Doesn’t Take a Snow Melting Dragon…

By Robert Robillard

WarmlyYours Radiant Heat It’s getting colder and it’s about time you made your home snow and ice-proof. And, though pretty awesome, the Snow Melting Dragon is probably not strong enough to handle the extreme conditions that are projected to come our way during this winter season. A few weeks back, the East Coast received an…

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