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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.
Zip Sand-BLOCK Once again the folks from Ali Industries have come up with another great sanding product, the Zip Sand-BLOCK. This new sanding sponge is a completely new technology that provides the convenience and versatility of a sanding sponge with the performance of sandpaper. The Zip® Sand-BLOCK sanding sponge is made with a premium quality…
Craftsman 12-Volt NEXTEC Multi-Tool Craftsman sent me their latest tool from the NEXTEC family, the Craftsman 12-Volt NEXTEC Multi-Tool, to test out and review. Many manufacturers are now producing multi-tools similar to this tool. The most notable would be the Fein Multimaster which supplies unlimited power because it’s an electric plug in version and it…
This is a guest post written by Brandon Laughridge of Mortgage Loan Place. FHA 203k Loans Have you tried to get a construction loan or borrow for rehabbing lately? A few years ago, it was as easy applying, having a bit of income (maybe), and having a little equity in the property. However, in today’s…
Pink Bathrooms From The 50’s Today I stumbled across a site that made me chuckle and it reminded me of my first bathroom remodeling project. Save The Pink Bathrooms is a site dedicated to the preservation of those “fabulous” mid-century pink bathrooms that existed in millions of homes across this C0untry. If you’re into that…
Replacement Battery Packs If you own cordless tools then it’s likely that you’ll be looking for replacement or extra battery packs. So I’ve compiled a fairly comprehensive list of replacement batteries and chargers for some of the more popular cordless tools on the market. Before you buy a replacement battery be sure to check the…
Home Improvement Renovations – ROI According to Remodeling Magazine, the ROI (Return On Investment) on home improvement renovation projects faired much better than overall home values for 2007-2008. While home values continue to drop the latest data shows much smaller drops in the ROI on many home improvement renovations. ROI is a very simple term…
Dust Collection Systems Dust collection is extremely important in any workshop. Not only is it important to your health but it’s also an important step in keeping your tools clean and running well. Workshop dust collection systems can be as simple as a shop vac hooked up to a single hose or as complex as…
Milwaukee SDS Hammer Drill SDS hammer drills are more powerful and efficient compared to regular hammer drills. This is due to the design of the chuck system which allows the hammer blows to hit the drill bit directly thus tranfering energy more effeciently. I just purchased the Milwaukee Elec. Tool 538321 3/4″ SDS Rotary Hammer…
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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