Is Now the Time to Improve Your Home?

In late January 2012, the National Association of Home Builders Remodeling Market Index hit its highest level in five years. David Crowe, chief economist of the association, stated, “For many consumers, fixing up their house now fits their sentiments —…

Ensuring Your Roof is Solar-Ready

One of the biggest questions homeowners face when putting in new solar panels is: Who is responsible if my roof leaks under my solar panels? Generally, solar companies will offer a short warranty of a few years against leaks after…

Homeowners Getting Ready for ‘Big Show’

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. The 19th…

Delivering a Quality Paint Job With Attention to Detail

For Jimmy Suh, owner of Deep Purple Painting, quality is the top priority when it comes to assisting his customers with a wide range of painting projects. “I’ve been painting for 25 years, and my main goal is to produce…

Seal In Your Dream Look With Power Grout for Ceramic Tiles

While the grouting process is often overlooked as a minor formality, failure to properly seal ceramic tile, and the faults stemming from using inferior grout, can lead to a tremendous waste of time and expense down the road. According to…

Come Out on Top With the Right Countertop

The kitchen is one of the most popular rooms in the home, and the countertop sets the tone for the space. Serving as the kitchen’s focal point, the countertop is often a gathering place for homeowners and their guests. When…

Issue September 23, 2012

Building Your Dream Home From the Ground Up

Photos: Leah Friel Whether constructing a residence from scratch or creating an addition to an existing structure, homeowners desire the “wow” factor that comes from seeing their dwelling exceed expectations. For those clients that have trusted their homes to S…

Taking Steps Toward the Kitchen, Bathrooms You’ve Always Wanted

Remodeling one’s kitchen or bathroom can be the perfect step necessary for making a dream home become reality. However, the process of planning and waiting for those dreams to become reality, while also dealing with unexpected alterations and hiccups along…

Complete Your Flooring Look With Hardwood Moldings

As is the case with most renovation and remodeling projects, when one buys a pre-finished hardwood floor, it needs to be accessorized. Hawaii Hardwood Flooring brings more than 30 years of experience to every flooring project it takes on, and…

A Design Build Firm That You Can Rely On

As a fourth-generation builder with a multiple-decade history, HK Construction Corp. has always prided itself on using the highest-quality construction products and materials. In a continuous and cumulative quest of product research, information gathering and field testing, HK Construction Corp.…

Cooking Up Style in the Kitchen

BY BRANDON BOSWORTH America has become a nation of foodies, and Hawaii is no exception. Thousands of Islanders tune into TV shows such as “Top Chef” and fantasize about eating the delicious dishes being prepared. Some even become inspired to…

How to Beat the Heat at Home

By opting for an efficient, split-ductless air conditioning system, you can guarantee the ideal climate for your home or office. Systems sold and installed by the Aire Conditioner Shoppe are available in a variety of styles and price ranges. “The…

A Company With the Edge on Solar Energy

There are a lot of solar companies in Hawaii, and most are looking for an edge over the competition. Bonterra Solar’s focus is to give its customers an edge over high electricity prices. “Since founding Bonterra in 2009 with several…

The Organic Answer to Dealing With Termites

Fumigating your home or business is a large inconvenience when you consider moving out, toxic gases and possible roof, gutter, solar-panel and satellite-dish damage. During the past year, Akamai Pest Solutions has treated hundreds of homes and some businesses with…

Revive Your Bathroom Quickly, Affordably

Remodeling projects have increased in popularity over the past few years as homeowners have decided to improve on what they have, rather than take a risk in the real estate market. Whether you’re hoping to sell your home or create…

Transform Interior Decor to Create a Cozy Atmosphere

The change of seasons, the change of family schedules or even a change in furniture — there are many reasons to take the time to transform the interior of your home and revitalize your decor. Traditional fall colors like bronze…

Rising to the Challenge

Here’s how a local business got a stylish makeover to its dreary white-box surroundings, thanks to these sensible out-of-the-box solutions When real estate broker Kay Mukaigawa of Primary Properties called me, her first words were, “Cathy, I need your help…

Handy Solutions for Common Interior Paint Problems

Now is the perfect time to look around your home and take stock of areas in need of repair or an inexpensive spruce up with the holiday season on the horizon. “A simple change of paint color can rejuvenate a…

The Perfect Balance

You might find that an equilibrium of male and female elements in your home is just the thing you need to bring peace and serenity to your living environment QUESTION OF THE WEEK: I am constantly under stress because of…