Top 50 Construction Blogs

By Todd Fratzel on Design

Today I was pleasantly surprised to see that our site was listed in the Top 50 Construction Blogs. The list is broken into five categories including: construction businesses, consumers, green construction, architecture and design and landscape design and construction. I hope you’ll find the list of Top 50 Construction Blogs useful. I found several sites…

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Is Your House Ready For Winter?

By Todd Fratzel on Energy Conservation, Home Improvement Cost Savings, Mechanical

Pre-Winter Checklist The weather here in New England is extremely harsh in the winter so I thought it a good time to talk about a pre-winter checklist for your home. Taking some time in the Fall to prepare your home for winter weather is likely to save you money and extend the life of your…

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DIY Cabinet Hardware

By Todd Fratzel on Cabinetry

Installing Cabinet Hardware Installing new cabinet hardware is an easy DIY project that anyone can do and it adds some great detail to ordinary cabinets. Today cabinet hardware is available in every possible finish and style you can dream up. Whether you’re updating older cabinets or installing all new cabinets the finishing touch certainly involves…

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One TIME® Wood Protector Review

By Todd Fratzel on Decks & Porches, Painting and Finishing, Product Reviews

One TIME® Wood Protector This spring I was asked to take the One TIME Challenge. The challenge was to try One TIME on our Cambara decking to see  the benefits of this proprietary acrylate resin blend to create a long lasting protection against the sun and weather. Key Features and Benefits Protects wood for at…

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Husky 3000 PSI Gas Pressure Washer Review

By Todd Fratzel on Product Reviews

Husky 3000 PSI Gas Pressure Washer This summer I purchased the Husky 3000 PSI, 2.5 GPM, Axial Cam Pump, Pressure Washer to use around my house for cleaning our decks, porches, railings and miscellaneous yard care. I purchased the pressure washer from The Home Depot for $399. Husky Pressure Washer Features According to the manufacturer…

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Bosch CLPK40-120 Max 4-Tool Litheon Combo Kit

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Bosch Max 4-Tool Litheon Combo Kit Bosch makes some great tools and the Bosch CLPK40-120 12-Volt Max 4-Tool Litheon Combo Kit is no exception. 12-Volt Combo kits have been very popular for their affordable pricing and versatility. Bosch CLPK40-120 Combo Kit Features The Bosch CLPK40-120 Combo Kit features several tools at a great price including:…

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Porter-Cable 352VS 3″x21″ Variable Speed Belt Sander Review

By Todd Fratzel on Product Reviews

Porter-Cable 352VS Belt Sander Review Belt sanders are great for medium to heavy duty parallel grain sanding. Our crew at work uses the Porter-Cable 352VS 8 Amp 3-Inch-by-21-Inch Variable Speed Belt Sander for all of our serious sanding projects like decks, flooring, doors and cabinetry. 352VS Belt Sander Features According to the manufacturer the 352VS…

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Front-Load vs Top-Load Washers

By Todd Fratzel on Appliances, Energy Conservation

Front Vs Top Load Washer Debate It wasn’t all that many years ago when the only place you saw front-load washers was the laundromat. Today front-load washers are showing up at every store and many homes. This has caused quite the debate among home owners and sales associates about which is better? Front-Load or Top-Load?…

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