July 27, 2014
Oriental Cabinet and Granite LLC
Story By: Phoebe Neel The stories homeowners can tell of run-of-the-mill remodeling companies can be disheartening, as they encounter uninsured and unlicensed contractors, high price quotes and jobs that drag on or go unfinished. Jorge Espinosa, general manager of Oriental…
July 27, 2014
Big Rock Hawaii
Most of you are already familiar with Big Rock’s many delightful home and garden accent pieces, waterfalls and moss rock pavers. And it all began way back in 1983, when Big Rock first started the business, to manufacture and specialize…
July 27, 2014
Cenano Pacific
The phones are ringing off the hook, for the latest nanotechnology products from Cenano Pacific. When it comes to green-friendly cleaning and sealing, no product cleans and seals better than the exclusive Nanotol from Cenano Pacific. “Seeing is believing,” said…
July 27, 2014
Pacific Islands Window Treatments
Pacific Islands Window Treatments is a full service company that is both a general contractor and window treatment installer. The company has partnered with Hunter Douglas window treatments, because of Hunter Douglas’ quality products and long lasting solutions. Hunter Douglas…
July 27, 2014
C&C Cabinets Granite
While it often serves as one of the smallest rooms in a house, a high-quality bathroom adds value to one’s home, in addition to providing much-needed comfort for its occupants. As clients consider upgrading a bathroom, or building one from…
July 27, 2014
RevoluSun
In 2010, Wayne Kouchi and his wife had RevoluSun install solar PV on their home. By taking advantage of rebates and hosting solar open houses in his central Oahu neighborhood, where they referred friends and family — earning $3,500 in…
July 27, 2014
TROPICAL PLUMBING AND BATH
As important as selecting the right model of walk-in bathtub or shower, is choosing an experienced, licensed plumber to handle the installation. Tropical Plumbing & Bath not only sells and services top-of-the-line walk-in tubs and showers made in the U.S.,…
July 27, 2014
Risource Energy
Knowledge is power, but few of us understand the technology behind solar power. John Yeh, director at Risource Energy, a top local solar energy firm, encourages learning how PV (photovoltaic) systems work, because (1), it can help your solar decision-making…
July 27, 2014
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: You don’t write about the typical things I hear associated with feng shui, such as crystals, directions, lucky numbers and such. Why not? What is it that you do? Thank you for your question! I get…
July 27, 2014
RUI CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SUPPLY INC
BY MICHELLE LEE For the licensed general contractors who make up RUI Building Supply, a proper construction project starts with ample planning and open communication. As a fully integrated design-build company, and one of the state’s top performers in residential…
July 27, 2014
Island Style Furnishings
Island Style Furnishings offers outdoor furniture designed for style, comfort and durability, at a competitive price. The company features Australis Leisure brand all-weather furniture, that can survive for years. The secret to this longevity is the materials and workmanship used…
July 27, 2014
Granicrete Hawaii
Are you tired of power washing your exterior concrete, only to find that it’s dirty and mildewed again in no time? Bored of the concrete paint that tends to peel and chip off? Does your exterior concrete lack pizzazz? Create…
July 27, 2014
Jiffy Set Shutter Shoppe
Do you have a closet or utility opening that you don’t know what to do with? Or, is there an odd size door opening you need to fill? Jiffy Set Shutter Shoppe can customize a high quality wood louver door…
July 27, 2014
Atlas Construction Inc
BY BRUCE KIM Atlas Construction is a design-build contractor that makes the process of building a home an enjoyable, one-stop-shop experience for customers. We are a locally owned family business that spans four generations and believes in customer satisfaction above…
July 27, 2014
Aire Conditioner Shoppe
Always, in Hawaii, is the best time to install a new split-ductless system. 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…
July 27, 2014
Al's Bathtub Refinishing
Is your bathtub or tile chipped, stained, rusted or an unattractive color? Is your fiberglass tub or shower stall cracked or leaking? Is your countertop dated? Does your sink look sunk? Don’t throw them into the dumpster along with your…
July 27, 2014
When we found out we were moving from a condo to a home, we started shopping for things we’d finally be able to enjoy. A grill was first on our list, because our grilling had been limited to occasional beach…
July 20, 2014
Alternate Energy Inc
Summer is here. It’s time to turn your dream of a cool, air-conditioned home into a reality. Alternate Energy Inc.’s (AEI) new Mitsubishi Electric HVAC Division can bring the industry’s latest and most efficient cooling technology to your home or…
July 20, 2014
Honsador Lumber
The story of The Island Homes Collection, Honsador Lumber’s premier program of prepackaged homes, is one that focuses more on nurturing a vision into reality than the building materials that go into each model. For decades now, hundreds of curious…
July 20, 2014
It’s more important than ever to keep the needs of all family members in mind when undertaking a renovation project, especially in a key room like the bathroom. Here are a few areas for attention when you’re upgrading a bathroom…