Preserving Pavement Where It Matters Most

Nearly six months ago, Mayor Peter Carlisle joined the Department of Facility Maintenance and the Hawaii Asphalt Pavement Industry to demonstrate several pavement preservation methods the city will evaluate as part of its effort to improve road/parking lot conditions. The…

Don’t Let Termites Feast Away During the Holidays

Akamai Pest Solutions is committed to providing the best service possible and giving its customers a safer and less-intrusive way to treat drywood termites. As the holidays are coming up fast, it’s important to remember that termites don’t take holidays…

Here’s a Pot-of-Gold Idea

‘Tis the season for out-of-town guests. In the past two weeks, I’ve hosted my brother and some friends from high school. I live in a small space, and when you combine that with extra people and lots of luggage, you…

Issue December 23, 2012

Roofing Services Above the Rest

Trust in these expert roofers to maintain or re-roof your home, as well as ensure it is solar-ready When it comes to servicing the roofing needs of Hawaii homeowners, R.S. Toyama Roofing Service Inc. has it covered. The company has…

A New Home for the Holidays

The best gifts are ones that can be treasured for years to come. Clothes go out of style, and while dining out can be a memorable experience, it’s a one shot deal. Fads come and go as easily as the…

You Won’t Want to Miss This “Gem” of a Window Special

Diamond Head Windows & Doors offers a variety of top-quality brands of windows, doors and siding. The company recently partnered with PlyGem windows, the largest manufacturer of vinyl windows in the United States, and has negotiated special year-end pricing for…

Taking Your Design Style Outdoors

LanaiScapes specializes in landscape design and the creation of outdoor living and entertainment areas that are both beautiful and functional. The company’s team is comprised of professionals who are dedicated to customer service and industry knowledge and expertise. This ensures…

Stumped on Flooring Options? Choose Wood

Just in time for the holidays, Hawaii Hardwood Flooring is giving the gift of savings to both new and loyal customers. As it makes the move from its current Kalihi location to a new home down the road at 1727…

Putting Homeowners’ Needs First

Founded by president Carl Gaumont in 1987, Pacific Isle Contractors Ltd. has been building and remodeling homes in the Islands for a quarter of a century. Gaumont describes the company as a small contracting business that has found its niche…

Build With Quality Lumber Framing

Are you considering building a new structure or adding on to one? If you are, you need to be concerned about the framing materials that will go into your project. If you are hiring a general contractor, you should know…

How to Get a Fresh, Affordable Look With Your Renovated Bath

All Island Bath Remodeling LLC has perfected a unique combination of services thanks to its more than two decades of experience. These cost-effective solutions are a fraction of the cost of traditional remodeling solutions. Here are a few examples of…

A Contractor With the Drive to Accomplish Any Project

Town & Country Builders LLC is offering it’s monthly planning calendar for a coupon discount valued at $1,000 off (some restrictions apply) home improvements during the calendar year. Are you tired of parking your car in the street and getting…

A Garage Remodel Can Add Equity, Ergonomics

The newest phrase on the street for home improvement is “garage enhancement,” and it is a great way to add to your equity without buying or building a new home. Interestingly, most of us don’t think of our garages very…

Live Large in Small Spaces

The American home may be shrinking, but not the great american dream. Americans are still living large, just doing so in smaller spaces. To some trend-watchers, the down-scaling of the American home comes as good news. Architects, designers, and social…

Center of Attention

By following these expert tips, your holiday centerpiece is sure to stand out When it comes to flowers and greenery and creating a beautiful centerpiece, I can certainly get by, but I’m no expert. With so many holiday dinners right…

Ready to Deck Your Halls With Innovative Tips, Techniques?

The holiday season doesn’t have to always involve the same old, same old when it comes to decorating your home. Take a few ideas from John Griffith. As the lead visual merchandiser for Replacements Ltd., he spends the entire year…

The Power Spot

How you position yourself and furniture within a room has a direct correlation to how empowered and successful you are in life QUESTION: There seems to be a paranoid theme in feng shui. Furniture is placed so no one can…

A Remodeling Project That is Sure to Shine

Ohana Building Supply is a one-stop shop for homeowners and contractors alike. The company’s selection includes a variety of high-quality kitchen and bathroom materials at very reasonable prices, from ready-made to custom cabinetry, a full line of granite counter-tops, stainless…

Gain Privacy and Save Space With a Brand-New Pocket Door

Homeowners today are looking for cost-effective ways to increase the amount of usable space in their existing home. When you can’t afford to lose the space that a swinging door takes up, install a door-in-the-wall with the Johnson Pocket Door…