About the author

Todd Fratzel

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.

Remodeling Tips for Historic Buildings

By Todd Fratzel on Remodeling

Historic Structures Require Careful Collaboration and Coordination Recently my crew and I had the pleasure of working in a beautiful historic library. The library was built with such craftsmanship that it would take incredible amounts of money and time to replicate in today’s world. We were hired to install a continuous handrail from one floor…

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Rockler Introduces Glue Applicator Kit

By Todd Fratzel on Product Information

Versatile Kit Contains Several Applicators That Are Easy to Clean, Re-use MEDINA, MN (July 30, 2013) – Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has introduced the Glue Applicator Kit, which makes gluing setup, application, and cleanup quick and easy. The kit contains an 8 oz. glue bottle and threaded funnel plus five interchangeable threaded applicator heads, each…

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New Large Diameter Tapcon® Anchors Are Faster And Stronger Than The Competition

By Todd Fratzel on Uncategorized

Cracked And Seismic Approved Schaumburg, IL (July 2013) – ITW, the inventor of the original blue concrete screw, continues to innovate with the addition of three Large Diameter Tapcon® Concrete Screw Anchors that are faster to install and perform better than sleeve and wedge anchors, which translates to an increase in contractor productivity and profitability.…

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LP® SmartSide® Siding – Tougher Than The Competition

By Todd Fratzel on Siding & Trim

LP® SmartSide® Siding Every time we build a new home for a customer there is a lengthy discussion about what type of siding to install. In a perfect world where money didn’t matter and we all had a full time maintenance crew to take care of our homes the discussion would likely end quickly with…

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Ryobi 20 Inch Gas 46 cc Chainsaw Review

By Todd Fratzel on Gardening Tools, Product Reviews

Ryobi 20 Inch Gas 46 cc Chainsaw – Model RY10521A When you live in rural areas of this Country you’ll end up needing/wanting to have a reliable chainsaw in your arsenal of yard tools. Whether you’re cleaning up storm damage or just keeping the yard neat and tidy a chainsaw is perfect for trees and…

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JET JJ-6CSDX Review – 6″ Deluxe Jointer with QS Knives

By Todd Fratzel on Woodworking

JET 6″ Deluxe Jointer with QS Knives – Model JJ-6CSDX One of the last pieces of equipment to show up for my new woodshop was the JET JJ-6CSDX 6″ Jointer. The size of my shop dictated that I get a 6″ jointer so I opted for the JJ-6CSDX with an extra long 56″ table length.…

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Klein Tool Giveaway & Tool Review

By Todd Fratzel on Giveaways

Klein Tools Sold at The Home Depot The world’s most trusted brand of electrical trade tools is teaming up with the world’s largest home improvement retailer. Klein Tools is an exclusive partner of The Home Depot and brings another iconic American brand into more than 2,200 The Home Depot stores. This new partnership offers end…

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Father’s Day Giveaway from WORX

By Todd Fratzel on Giveaways

WORX 20-volt GT Trimmer/Edger/Mini-Mower Three lucky readers are going to win a new WORX 20-volt GT Trimmer/Edger/Mini-Mower. Check out the features below and find out how you can enter for a chance to win. The new WORX 20-volt GT is a grass trimmer, edger and mini-mower, powered by a 2 amp hour lithium-ion battery. Cuts…

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