Jeff Kirk

Jeff is a Red Seal journeyman carpenter in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He completed a 4 1/2 year apprenticeship in 2008. His work has been focused on high end residential renovation and custom new home construction. While other carpenters specialize in one specific area, Jeff works form to finish. He’s works on the jobsite from the insulated concrete forms to framing, siding and deck building, and ultimately to his bread-and-butter work – interior trim. Jeff has worked in Halifax for five years for Top Sail Projects, Inc., a high-end builder. When not on the jobsite, you can find him on Be the Pro, Contractor Talk, DIY Chat and as as a moderator on the Old House Web forum. Like most other construction pros, you can find Jeff in his home-away-from-home in the tool section of his local building supply.
Posts by Jeff Kirk:

BTP Review: Bosch GTA3800 Miter Saw Stand
This is one of the best miter saw stand made by Bosch. Review by: jkirk As a finish carpenter, the Bosch GTA3800 miter saw stand is pretty much my favorite miter saw… Read More

BTP Review: Bosch GCL 2-160 Laser level – Old School concepts using Modern Day Tech
The Bosch Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser with Plumb Points Deliver Big Time Performance Reviewed by: JKirk The Bosch GCL 2-160 is now my go to laser level for everyday lining up… Read More

SKILSAW Sawsquatch Saw Review
The SKILSAW Sawsquatch Beast is Unleashed by jkirk My Sawsquatch saw review is a long time coming, but I wanted to make sure I had enough time to test this… Read More

Upholding Construction Safety and How It Effects The Worker And Employer
by jkirk Being properly prepared and trained is the key safety on the job Construction Safety cannot be stressed enough in an industry that is fraught with dangerous situations. For… Read More

The New Mod Squad – BeThePro.com construction forum welcomes new Moderators
Pro Contractor Members are the backbone of the forum. It may not be obvious to the newcomer to our pro construction forum, but long time BethePro.com community members know that… Read More

Tips for How to Build a Built-In Home Theater System
Learn How To Build a Built-In Home Theater System One of the most common homeowner complaints is lack of storage – everyone has lots of stuff but many have no… Read More

The Importance of Product Knowledge and Understanding Material Compatibility
Understanding Material Compatibility Home construction continues to be more complicated with new technologies in insulating and fastening. Homeowners rely on their contractors for knowledge on the latest products and whether… Read More

Home Renovation vs. Rebuild Costs – Weighing the Options
Home Renovation and Rebuild Costs Earlier this year I wrote an article on how to choose the right type of home addition – adding a second story vs. expanding on… Read More

4 Important Fall Home Improvement Projects
Preparing Your Home for Fall & Winter Whether we like it or not, summer is officially over and fall has begun, which means cooler temperatures, more rain and, eventually, winter. … Read More

What it Takes to Be the Pro
Everyone wants to be the pro, everyone wants to be the best. In today’s world you can find tips and advice from almost any source, but I think many times… Read More

The Contractor’s Guide to Insulated Concrete Forms
Insulated Concrete Forms You’ve probably seen them (if not used them yourself), foundations constructed with extruded polystyrene (type 2 Styrofoam) that gets filled with concrete. This type of foundation is… Read More

Choose the Right Room Addition for Your Home
Today, homeowners have the option to choose between building new homes and purchasing existing ones. Homeowners usually build new homes because they don’t want to deal with the work and… Read More

Guide to Custom Trim Molding Installation
Custom Trim Molding Installation How-to One of the last projects done in new home construction and renovation is the installation of trim packages. Although many contractors can install trim well,… Read More

Detailed Guide to Installing Composite Decks
The Traditional Deck Decks today are more than a spot to put the barbeque grill; they are an extension of the house’s living space. During the warmer months every homeowner… Read More