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I'm full time builder for a large construction company in New Hampshire. I run their design-build division that specializes in custom homes, commercial design-build projects and sub-divisions. I'm also a licensed civil and structural engineer with extensive experience in civil and structural design and home construction. My hope is that I can share my experience in the home construction, home improvement and home renovation profession with other builders and home owners. I'm also the Editor-in-Chief and Founder of Tool Box Buzz. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions, suggestions or you'd like to inquire about advertising on this site.
Today was another productive day for the crews building the Energy Star home that I’ve been writing about. Today a crew from Murphy’s Cell-Tech started installing the Nu-Wool spray-in-place cellulose insulation in the walls. Nu-Wool spray-in-place cellulose insulation is an amazing energy efficient insulation product. In addition to being such a great air barrier and…
Insulating Attics with Blown In Cellulose Insulation Today I’d like to tell you about the cellulose attic insulation being installed in the Energy Star home that we’re building for a client. Blown-in cellulose insulation is an excellent way to insulate your attic space. In my opinion blown-in cellulose is a much better product compared to…
Right now the crew is installing vinyl siding during the winter. As I continue to document the progress of the construction of an Energy Star certified home I wanted to discuss some basic pointers about installing vinyl siding during the winter. The crew started installing vinyl siding on this ranch style home last week and…
Today I heard the sad news that a co-workers house burned to the ground last night. As I heard the gut wrenching news it reminded me to mention that houses should be insured from the minute the first piece of lumber hits the ground during construction. If you’re about to build a new home or…
Best Online Tool Store Everyone that owns a home, does DIY projects, and builds things needs to own their own tools. I happen to own a large collection of tools but I’m always looking for the best place to buy tools online. One of the best places to buy tools online happens to be Amazon.…
This is a quick update on the Energy Star House that we’re building at work. This new house uses the ZIP System sheathing by Huber. I wanted to point out some of the things that have happened since the last update. As you can see in the photo the roof is finally finished. The roof…
Black & Decker AutoWrench Here’s a nifty stocking stuffer for the home improvement guru in your life. It’s an automatic (battery operated) adjustable wrench! Adjustable wrenches are a workforce in any toolbox but they can be a real pain when you have to keep adjusting them. This revolutionary new adjustable wrench can be adjusted to…
DIY Christmas Gift Suggestion If you’re looking for a great Christmas gift for the handyman (woman) in your life then consider buying them a Miter Saw Stand. Miter saw stands are a great accessory for miter saws! Miter saw stands are great because they are portable so you can move them from job site to…
How To Insulate Basement Walls Insulating a basement properly is rather challenging in cold climates. In this article I'd like to discuss how to insulate basement walls in cold climates. Insulating basement walls in cold climates is a great way to keep your home warmer and drier. However, special care should be used when insulating…
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Tips for Deck and Fence Projects With Spring finally here many of us are considering deck and fencing projects. Maybe you're considering having a new deck or fence built. Maybe it's time to refinish your deck or add some new decorative touches to your tired deck. Spring is the perfect time to plan these projects…
New DEWALT Job Site Table Saws Models DWE7480, DWE7490X, and DWE7491RS DEWALT recently introduced a new line of portable table saws that include significant updates and features. The new line includes 3 new models; DWE7480 - 10" Compact Table Saw, DWE7491X - 10" Table Saw with Scissor Stand, and DWE7491RS - 10" Table Saw with…
I'm full time builder for a large construction company in New Hampshire. I run their design-build division that specializes in custom homes, commercial design-build projects and sub-divisions. I'm also a licensed civil and structural engineer with extensive experience in civil and structural design and home construction. My hope is that I can share my experience in the home construction, home improvement and home renovation profession with other builders and home owners. I'm also the Editor-in-Chief and Founder of Tool Box Buzz. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions, suggestions or you'd like to inquire about advertising on this site.
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