March 23, 2014
RUI CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SUPPLY INC
With the rainy season behind us and spring just around the corner, many have begun the arduous search for a qualified team of experts to help build their dream home. To ease the process, RUI Building Supply offers years of…
March 23, 2014
Spring is the season of new beginnings, so is it any wonder that many Americans think about home improvement and brightening their decor this time of year? Simple updates can bring the cheerful perspective from the outside indoors, and revive…
March 23, 2014
Pacific Islands Solar
Pacific Islands Solar believes that there is a correct way to solve your energy needs and it starts with keeping you, the consumer, first in the process. The company only uses the best components, starting first with the best made…
March 23, 2014
Diamond Head Windows
What makes Diamond Head Windows different? Here are some examples of what sets the company apart: • Experience. Diamond Head Windows has over 25 years in the window business and uses this experience to select and install windows and doors…
March 23, 2014
Hawaii Glass Block
Due to demand, Hawaii Glass Block will again host a free workshop to show you how you can remove your old bathtub or shower, replace it with the wedi® 100 percent waterproof shower system, and add a glass block wall…
March 23, 2014
Shaka Solar
Lanai and Augie are two local boys that love to make you laugh, but high electric prices are no joke. That’s why the duo have teamed up with Shaka Solar to help all Hawaii residents make the switch to photovoltaic…
March 23, 2014
Purchasing a new roof is one of the biggest investments you can make in your home, and choosing the right contractor is just as important as choosing the right roofing components. Remember the four “Rs” to help ensure you have…
March 23, 2014
If you’re looking for a way to make your spring spruce-up add value to your home, wood is a great option. Below, Mark and Theresa Clement, home improvement pros and spokespersons for Wood, Naturally, offer simple, do-it-yourself tips for incorporating…
March 23, 2014
Town & Country Builders LLC
Town & Country Builders LLC is a licensed general contracting design-build firm that has been serving Oahu residents for the past 35 years. The company specializes in custom and package homes, remodels, additions, designer kitchens and bathrooms, Americans With Disability…
March 23, 2014
From rustic wood to modern teak, two tables are taken from ordinary to amazing — all by incorporating elegant and inventive candlelight creations The hardest part about these weekly columns is not coming up with ideas or staying up at…
March 23, 2014
Do you cringe every time you step into your bathroom? If so, it may be time to remodel. Bathroom remodels are the most popular remodeling project, according to a recent survey by the National Association of Home Builders. But remodeling…
March 23, 2014
In a world bustling with kids, school and home responsibilities, and full-time jobs, this proactive approach to prioritizing and delegating will help you handle the seemingly impossible Dear Alice, Can you address overwhelm? I understand that clearing clutter is important,…
March 23, 2014
Savvy interior designers know that items that are both fashionable and functional are in high demand. One of the best examples of a stylish, hardworking home fixture is also one of the most overlooked: the ceiling fan. In 2014, more…
March 23, 2014
The start of spring is when newly imagined spaces become do-it-yourself realities. Here are some easy and affordable DIY tips to bring 2014’s trends into your home. Don’t just spring clean … spring create Spring cleaning doesn’t have to mean…
March 23, 2014
Island Cooling LLC
With its gentle trade winds, mild temperatures and sunny skies, much has been written on Hawaii’s idyllic climate. Unfortunately for homeowners in modern homes, Hawaii leads the nation in energy costs and — while cool on the Lanai — it’s…
March 23, 2014
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) will present the 10th annual Remodel It Right/ Remodel It Green Expo Aug. 8-10 at Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Exhibitors are welcome to showcase their companies and join Hawaii’s top contractors, suppliers, building…
March 23, 2014
Island Bath Works
Many design aspects of houses turn into dangerous obstacles for people with limited mobility. The everyday task of getting in and out of the tub presents challenges for many of Hawaii’s seniors whose houses were built without ageing or accessibility…
March 23, 2014
Leakmaster Roofing
It’s a question that all homeowners confront when researching new solar installations: “What happens if my roof needs replacing before my solar panels do? After all, I am getting a 25-year warranty on my solar panels. I want my roof…
March 23, 2014
Living in Hawaii, rain and wet weather make rust a common occurrence. But just because furniture has some problem spots, doesn’t mean it’s time for the trash Today is the last Sunday we’ll spend in our apartment. Later this week,…
March 16, 2014
Drafting Solutions LLC
In recent years, Drafting Solutions LLC has received calls from homeowners looking to renovate their houses to accommodate their children returning home from school on the Mainland. Other calls come from homeowners planning to bring their senior parents home to…