October 27, 2013
Sunshine Construction
Sunshine Construction provides residential and commercial kitchen and bath design services to suit all tastes and budgets. From studio apartments in Makaha to gourmet kitchens in Kahala, Sunshine Construction can design the kitchen of your dreams. Meeting The Budget Everyone…
October 27, 2013
CV Construction LLC
As its business continues to expand on a foundation of 15-plus years of experience serving Hawaii, CV Construction LLC remains dedicated to providing stellar customer service regardless of how big or small the job is. Chuan “Sam” He and Victor…
October 27, 2013
RUI CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SUPPLY INC
BY MICHELLE LEE With so many important factors to consider when looking for the perfect house, many today are choosing to design and construct their own with the assistance of a qualified contracting company. For more than 10 years, RUI…
October 27, 2013
Bonterra Renewable Energy and Solar Power
If you’re like many people in Hawaii, you’ve been thinking about going solar for quite some time. You know just how much it can save you on your electric bill and you know there are generous federal and state tax…
October 27, 2013
Island Bath Works
Joe and Betty Kuroda weren’t convinced they needed to change the bathtub in the Pearl City home they have lived in since 1955. Their son, however, learned about Island Bath Works and its innovative bathtub conversions at a trade show…
October 27, 2013
With hurricane season in full swing and winter rapidly approaching, it makes sense to prepare your home and family to face a potential power outage. If keeping the power on in your home or business is critical, consider installing a…
October 27, 2013
EnergyPro Hawaii
Energy Pro Hawaii is proud to announce that they have partnered up with the Hawaii State Teachers Association to secure cooler air-conditioned classrooms for Hawaii’s students. A percentage of every PV installation from now until the end of 2013 performed…
October 27, 2013
S Tanaka Construction
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 who have trusted their homes to S Tanaka Construction, the…
October 27, 2013
For many American families, homeownership brings a sense of stability, accomplishment and peace of mind. Owning a home also means being responsible for its upkeep, to ensure a safe, comfortable sanctuary for your family to enjoy. As the winter months…
October 27, 2013
Granicrete Hawaii
Granicrete Hawaii’s DIY flooring and countertop classes train individuals who are looking to tackle their “honey-do” lists or create new sources of income. You’ll learn how to transform dull, discolored concrete floors into stunning and durable custom flooring. Take existing…
October 27, 2013
Envirowash Hawaii LLC
Envirowash Hawaii recommends you take a look at your roof. Living in Hawaii — with our humid environment — chances are your roof has black streaks, patches or has completely been darkened. This is not the normal process for roof…
October 27, 2013
Breathing new life into your home with weathered touches, aged accents and historical character is holding true to the popular belief of “what’s old is new.” Sparked from the sustainable living trend, reclaimed, recycled and repur-posed wood floors have become…
October 27, 2013
Sunetric
With solar policies constantly changing and some neighborhoods reaching solar capacity, now is the time to invest in solar and take control of your energy bills. Recognized as the top Hawaii-based solar firm by Solar Power World for a second…
October 27, 2013
It’s one piece of mail homeowners dread every month: the utility bill. Considering the average annual utility bill is $2,200, according to energystar.gov, it’s no wonder homeowners cringe every time it arrives. What if you opened your bill and, to…
October 27, 2013
BY MICHELLE LEE In recent years with the advancement of information regarding chemical products, more homeowners have made a conscientious effort to choose greener solutions to address their home cleaning needs. Among the laundry list of tasks, one of the…
October 27, 2013
BY ANDY BETH MILLER Everyone has been there: company is coming over, and the house has to be impeccable. The pupus are presented in perfect fashion, the dishes are done, all is tidied and ready, until you see a spot…
October 27, 2013
Stick out your green thumb and hitch a ride on the green landscape movement. You’re going to dig it. Traditional landscaping has its baggage: dangerous chemicals, harmful techniques and the constant need to introduce new resources like synthetic fertilizers. However,…
October 27, 2013
This year more than 5.4 million homes were sold by the end of August, according to the National Association of Realtors. Are you one of these millions of new homeowners? If so, you’ve most likely felt the urge to settle…
October 27, 2013
Unlucky or not, there’s one thing you can count on: numbers hold powerful cultural symbolism. I’d like to thank those of you who stopped by the Happiness U booth at the Food & New Products Show this past weekend at…
October 27, 2013
Alternative Electric
Photovoltaics are creating quite a buzz among Hawaii homeowners. Also known as PV, photovoltaics are a form of solar energy. “But instead of heating your water, it actually produces electricity,” explained Chad Matsumoto, who co-owns Alternative Electric with Bronson Apana.…