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.

Asphalt Driveways

By Todd Fratzel on Driveways

Long Lasting Asphalt Driveways Here in the northeast asphalt driveways are the standard without exception. Asphalt driveways can provide a long term, reliable driving / parking surface and increase your homes value. However, not all driveways are created equal so this article will point out what you need to be aware of in order to…

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Risk of Asbestos in Home Remodels

By Todd Fratzel on Safety

Asbestos Risk Guest Article The following is a guest article by Ben Stillwater The scourge of asbestos exposure has always been about the microscopic fibers that asbestos materials can give off when they deteriorate or are disturbed in some fashion by cutting, tearing, sanding or scraping.   Microscopic asbestos fibers that make their way into the…

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Pulverizer Review – Multi-Purpose Demolition Tool

By Todd Fratzel on Hand Tools, Product Reviews

The Pulverizer™ – A New Multi-Purpose Concrete & Demolition Tool We were recently asked to test the all new Pulverizer™ demolition tool. Check out the press release first with product information then our review below. The Pulverizer is a hand held solution for heavy-duty demolition projects for professionals and DIYers. September 2009 – Jackson®, an…

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Powder Actuated Fastener Review – Duo-Fast DF-27

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Powder Fastening System – Duo-Fast Construction DF-27 Duo-Fast Construction is offering a powder actuated fastening system for attaching wood and steel to concrete and masonry. Almost every type of building construction (residential or commercial) requires fasteners capable of penetrating concrete. So when the folks at Duo-Fast Construction asked us to test their new DF-27, .27…

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Colonial Home Exterior Design Features

By Todd Fratzel on Design, House Plans

Colonial Home Design Recently a friend of ours shared a photo he took of our home last fall. I wanted to share it here and point out some of the design features of our colonial home. When it comes to two story homes the colonial style is by far the most cost effective type of…

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Craftsman C3 19.2 V Impact Driver Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Craftsman C3 Impact Driver We recently tested the new Craftsman C3 19.2 Volt Impact Driver Kit. These days every manufacturer is selling an impact driver for a good reason…..impact drivers change every! Frankly I can’t imagine not owning an impact driver these days and you shouldn’t either. Recently while we were attending the 2010 International…

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Drywall Time Saver for 9 Foot Ceiling Heights

By Todd Fratzel on Drywall

54 Inch Drywall Sheets Save Time Are you preparing to install drywall in a building or home with nine foot ceilings? Today most building supply warehouses carry drywall sheets in 54 inch widths. 54 inch widths allow you to stack two sheets and create 108 inches or 9 feet! Fewer Joints Standard drywall comes in…

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Egress Window Options Available from Hy-Lite / US Block Windows

By Todd Fratzel on Windows

PENSACOLA, FLA. – Privacy windows or opening windows to allow in ventilation and offer an emergency exit from the home? With egress window options on operable acrylic block windows from Hy-Lite/U S Block Windows, homeowners and building industry professionals no longer need to make a choice — they can have it all! “According to The…

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