January 21, 2012
Converting existing spaces to new uses — for example, a lanai that became a master suite in a Hawaii Loa Ridge home — is one of the specialities of Homeworks Construction. The company also has established a reputation as a…
January 21, 2012
With the new year under way, you may be thinking about needed home improvements and how you’ll use your credit to fund them. While it’s important to understand your credit before making major home improvement decisions, you should also consider…
January 21, 2012
Hi-Power Solar
The Building Industry Association (BIA) of Hawaii’s upcoming Home Remodeling and Renovation exposition will be held at Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall from Friday evening, Jan. 27, through Sunday afternoon, Jan. 29. Consumers will be able to visit numerous exhibiters…
January 21, 2012
With over two decades of experience, All Island Bath Remodeling has perfected a unique combination of services. These cost-effective solutions are a fraction of the cost of traditional remodeling solutions. Here are a few examples of these money-saving solutions: •…
January 21, 2012
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) is very committed to our mission to “enhance the quality of life for the people of Hawaii.” Our members are dedicated professionals representing developers, general contractors, specialty contractors, suppliers and associates. That dedication…
January 21, 2012
Windows Hawaii
Home siding in Hawaii has always been an area of high maintenance and high frustration. Sun, rain, humidity and salt are constantly combining their strengths to break down painted wood, vinyl and aluminum siding. Fortunately, modern technology has developed a…
January 21, 2012
RevoluSun
With the solar industry booming, scores of companies are entering the Hawaii market. Now, savvy homeowners interested in creating clean, renewable energy can meet local solar providers at the BIA Home Show Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 27 through 29,…
January 21, 2012
For some, the ideal kitchen is a big, noisy place where soup bubbles on the stove and everyone assembles around a big table. But for others, the perfect kitchen is one that is completely hidden away: no unsightly stovetop grill,…
January 14, 2012
American Hardwood Information Center
Hardwoods: a key design element in contemporary furnishings From the runway to the living room, hot trends in home fashion can take the style of a room from simple to stunning. Incorporating trendy furniture into home decor is an easy…
January 14, 2012
Eventually, that household project that you have been putting off cannot be avoided any longer. But if you’re like most homeowners, you will quickly give up on the DIY (do it yourself) route and settle for something less daunting, like…
January 14, 2012
Alternative Electric
Looking for an electrician, but don’t know who to call? As you open the yellow pages, there are about 50 different electrical contractors to choose from. But who do you call? Some contractors may only service certain parts of the…
January 14, 2012
Nano Tekon
If you’ve ever moved into a brand-new home or walked through a model home, you know how everything from the windows and bathroom shower doors to marble and granite counters glisten — no streaks, calcium deposits, discoloration or stains. What…
January 14, 2012
This is a time of year when many people commit to starting fresh or developing some positive changes in their lives. As you consider what you will change in 2012, think about where you spend the majority of your time.…
January 14, 2012
Kitchen Cabinets By Tenibac
Fusing custom cabinets with affordability is more than just a slogan at Tenibac. We conceived the idea that custom cabinets can be competitive with store-bought cabinets and at the same time offer door styles unlike the other companies. We have…
January 14, 2012
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) will present the 27th annual BIA Renaissance Building & Remodeling Awards May 2 during a gala awards dinner at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. This premier statewide competition is open to all residential and…
January 14, 2012
RevoluSun
RevoluSun, Hawaii’s leader in solar design and installation, is now installing the SunPower™ E20 series 327 Solar Panels in its residential and commercial photovoltaic (PV) projects — thus becoming the first solar company to offer this groundbreaking technology in North…
January 14, 2012
Aire Conditioner Shoppe
If you’re looking for a holiday gift the whole family will appreciate, how about a new air conditioning system to provide your home with clean, cool air and warmth as well during the cool winter months? A new ductless split…
January 14, 2012
Surface Shield Roofing Company
What you need to know before installing solar panels As more and more Hawaii homes and businesses are looking into solar installation to help fight rising energy costs, the number of homes and businesses switching to solar panels is on…
January 14, 2012
In the morning we see the sun, and at night we see the moon — two constant and consistent luminaries in our lives. Yet once a year, on Jan. 1, we celebrate the beginning of a new solar year, but…