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.

NTI Trinity On-Demand High Efficiency Boiler

By Todd Fratzel on Air Conditioning, Energy Conservation

On-Demand High Efficiency Boilers The new Energy Star certified home that we’re building at work for a client includes a NTI Trinity on-demand high efficiency gas (propane) boiler. This amazing on-demand high efficiency boiler provides all of the domestic hot water and hot water for the heating system. The heating system includes a combination of…

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Best Price for Rockwell Jawhorse

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Best Price Rockwell Jawhorse One of the most popular tools purchased this holiday season was the Rockwell Jawhorse. This is a tool that we have tested and reviewed and we feel it’s a Great Gift Idea! This is certainly a tool that any handyman, carpenter, DIY’er and hobbiest would love to have. If you’re not…

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Insulating Tools

By Todd Fratzel on Energy Conservation, Insulation, Power Tools

Tools For Insulating Basement Walls It seems with the current cold weather of winter that many people are searching for information on insulating their homes. A growing number of people are looking for advice on insulating their basements so I thought I’d write an article on the tools that you’ll need to effectively insulate your…

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Replacement Refrigerator Water Filters

By Todd Fratzel on Kitchens, Maintanence

Our highly intelligent refrigerator has been telling me for several months now that we need to replace the refrigerator water filter. Most of today’s refrigerators have built in water filters to clean the water for ice and cold drinks. We own a Kenmore Model #106.56703500 side-by-side refrigerator that takes Model #9030 replacement refrigerator water filters.…

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Roofing Protractor Review

By Todd Fratzel on Framing, Power Tools, Product Reviews, Roofing

It’s not often that I see a new tool or gadget and ask myself why someone hasn’t come up with this thing sooner. When Derek Pater emailed me and asked if he could send me his latest invention, Roofing Protractor, to review I was a bit skeptical. However, I never turn down a product to…

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My Dremel Tool Gifts

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

I received some more great tools for Christmas. My in-laws got me some great Dremel Tools this year. The first one I got was the Dremel 7700-02 MultiPro 7.2-Volt 20,000 RPM Two-Speed Rotary Tool with 50 Accessories. This great Dremel tool comes with a fantastic carrying case and plenty of accessories. The kit features: Cordless…

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Does Your House Have Insulation?

By Todd Fratzel on Energy Conservation, Insulation

Don’t Assume Your House Is InsulatedShortly after we bought our first home we started some major renovation projects including a complete kitchen remodel, master bathroom remodel and replacement window installation. The house we bought was a 1960’s ranch style home that was very well built. I just assumed the house was properly insulated. When I…

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My Home Improvement Tool Gifts

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

I received two great home improvement tool gifts for Christmas this year. I have to admit tools are a serious weakness for me and I take every opportunity to buy them or request them for gifts. This year was no exception and I was fortunate enough to pick up two great home improvement tool gifts…

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