August 11, 2019
Each year in Hawaii, countless members of the elderly community suffer serious injuries after experiencing mobility-related accidents within the home. One of the leading causes of such accidents is bathtubs with sides built too high for the resident to safely…
August 11, 2019
BY LES WONG Born and raised in Honolulu, I became a licensed general contractor and started doing small renovations and repair jobs in June 1983. My only daughter, Tanyce, also was born around the same time, so needless to say…
August 4, 2019
HPS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
By Gerry Peters Now in its 26th year, HPS Construction Services is there for your small and medium and specialized renovation and repair projects. HURRICANE PROTECTION: A multi Hawaii state licensed company, HPS has pioneered affordable one day exterior retrofit…
August 4, 2019
Kahala Floors
One of the most valuable services any business can render to its potential customers is to educate them and honestly inform them of what their options are when spending money on important home improvements. That is exactly what Kahala Pacific…
August 4, 2019
Island Cooling LLC
With the start of summer, finding an affordable cooling solution has suddenly moved to the top of many homeowner’s to-do-lists. Most people are familiar with A/C, but what about evaluating the other options out there? “I looked at A/C, ceiling…
August 4, 2019
Aluminum Shake Roofing Inc.
How does one go about buying a new roof? It’s not something you do every day, nor is it a home improvement that people know a lot about. You not only have to select the correct roof product, but you…
August 4, 2019
Homeworks Construction
A new custom home designed and built by Homeworks Construction is underway on a 7,740 square foot lot in Nuuanu Valley, site of the owner’s former home. Demolition of the existing home and lot clearance was completed in July. Foundation…
August 4, 2019
Kai Ridge Hawaii Construction Co.
Kai Ridge Hawaii is a locally owned and fully licensed general contractor, specializing in design-build, major renovation, along with kitchen and bathroom remodel. For one of the company’s major renovation projects, a new client wanted to change the look of…
August 4, 2019
Envirowash Hawaii LLC
There are several reasons why you should clean your roof — none of which is as important as prolonging your roof’s lifespan. You may look at your roof and think, “Wow, it’s so dirty!” The sad truth is that it’s…
August 4, 2019
In the U.S., about 2,000 children 14 and younger succumb to preventable injuries in the home caused by burns, suffocation, drowning, firearms, falls, choking or poisoning. That’s why it’s important to stay vigilant when checking for potential safety hazards in…
August 4, 2019
J & E ROOFING
BY EVAN KINILAU My journey leading up to being the owner of my own construction company, J&E Roofing, started with my service in the U.S. Army. It is there I learned the importance of values such as discipline, respect, self-confidence…
July 28, 2019
When choosing materials for bathroom remodels, be akamai, or smart. There are many material choices available when remodeling a bathroom, but how do you know what is really best? When choosing materials, it’s best to ask the experts, such as…
July 28, 2019
HK Construction
Having a growing ohana makes for a wonderful life. Owning a home that fits your growing family would make it even better. The future will be here sooner than you think and multigenerational homes are a growing trend, especially in…
July 28, 2019
Every year, smart home technology improves with new trends emerging that make homeowners’ lives easier and more convenient. Here are some of the top smart home trends of 2019 that you may want to integrate into your building plans: SMART…
July 28, 2019
Island Cooling LLC
With its gentle tradewinds, mild temperatures and sunny skies, much has been written on Hawaii’s idyllic climate. Yet for local homeowners, the long summer months mean that idyllic weather is a distant memory while the struggle to keep cool is…
July 28, 2019
Envirowash Hawaii LLC
Of all the reasons you should clean your roof, none is as important as prolonging your roof’s lifespan. You may look at your roof and think, “Wow, it’s so dirty!” The truth is it isn’t that dirty at all. It’s…
July 28, 2019
W.G. Construction LLC
BY WENDELL GUIEB W.G. Construction is a family owned and locally operated construction company that has been serving in the island since 2003. We are a general contractor doing residential and commercial construction projects. WGC will help you with your…
July 28, 2019
BELLA PIETRA DESIGN
Wedi® can replace your old bathtub with a 100 percent waterproof shower system. Or you can install a curbless shower without having to cut into the joists or a linear drain customized for your shower floor. The wedi® Fundo total…
July 28, 2019
The holy grail of home improvement is a project that makes a big difference to the appearance or value of the home without breaking the bank. The key is to focus on low-cost, quality items that will give the most…
July 22, 2019
For many people from Hawaii who have visited Japan, one of the things they remember from their trip is the TOTO Washlet. For those of you unfamiliar with the Washlet, the Washlet is an electronic bidet that cleans you after…