August 12, 2018
Cool Roof Store
Now you can restore your existing roof with beautiful dark colors — and still stay cool. The Cool Roof movement has spread at lightning speed in Hawaii. Everywhere you look you see elegant white roofs cooling down their residents all…
August 12, 2018
T&T TINTING SPECIALISTS INC
Most of the window tinting technologies available in Hawaii since 1982 were first brought in or introduced to Hawaii by T&T Tinting Specialists Inc. Whether it’s the old “Titanium” tint of the ’80s, original Glass Graphics, Dual Reflective Films, the…
August 12, 2018
Construction material costs in 2018 are up about 10 percent compared to last year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data, and some raw materials, like crude petroleum, are up nearly 50 percent. Labor also is getting more expensive…
August 12, 2018
Wong Construction
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, was born around the same time, so needless to say my…
August 12, 2018
W.G. Construction LLC
By Wendell Guieb I have been a contractor since 1990. I am the owner of W.G. Construction LLC. We work from flat ground to the hardest area of your project, and still provide reasonable prices. Before starting the work, I…
August 12, 2018
Abbey Carpet & Floor
The “pet humanization” trend is alive and well and continues to drive growth in products and services for pets. These days pet dogs are living the high life. Homeowners are bringing them out from the yard to live with them…
August 12, 2018
Island Cooling LLC
Staying cool and comfortable during the hot Hawaii summer is a priority to most of us, but finding a way to do so effectively can be a challenge. “I was worried that soon I would be running the A/C all…
August 12, 2018
When you’re making memories surrounded by friends and family by the grill, the last thing you want to be doing is swatting and shooing away pests. With a few tips from Terminix, you can help keep your backyard the perfect…
August 12, 2018
It’s easy to appreciate the sights and smells afforded by lawns and landscapes, but when it comes to your yard there is much more to consider besides pleasing aesthetics and aromas. Many would even be surprised to learn that the…
August 12, 2018
R.S. Toyama Roofing Service Inc
By Rochelle Smolinski Since incorporating more than three decades ago, R.S. Toyama Roofing Service Inc. has been the go-to expert in the Islands when it comes to quality craftsmanship and competitive pricing. Well-versed in working with shingles, slate, tile and…
August 12, 2018
Fall is for new beginnings, so why wait for that dream kitchen? As summer winds down and everyone rushes into the hustle and bustle of fall, planning and scheduling become the top priorities. While your family’s life only gets busier,…
August 5, 2018
HPS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
By Gerry Peters Traditional National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) El Nino advisories are focused on the equator zone, but there’s a new quasi-Northern El Nino, with warmer-than-usual water stretching from Mexico to the Islands. But waiting until the storm…
August 5, 2018
CLEAN SOLAR PANELS HAWAII
More and more homeowners are investing in solar panels for their home or business — it’s a smart move financially and it’s good for the environment. But without regular maintenance on those solar panels, their investment may not be bringing…
August 5, 2018
Homeworks Construction
Remodeling of a 50-year-old family home by the design/build firm Homeworks Construction achieved the primary goal of its owners — an open, spacious and stylish interior. “Although some renovations were done in 1990, the owners were now ready for what…
August 5, 2018
Kahala Floors
If you have been thinking about new flooring for your home, Kahala Pacific Floors and its wholesale division, Pacific Imports International, have been Hawaii’s go-to source for quality flooring products for nearly two decades now. Being Hawaii’s best flooring company…
August 5, 2018
TROPICAL PLUMBING AND BATH
A completely remodeled and modernized bathroom not only enhances your home environment and lifestyle, it also increases the value of the home. Tropical Plumbing and Bath president Charlie Beeck, a Building Industry Association Remodeler of the Year, noted that, “With…
August 5, 2018
HAWAII ENERGY CONNECTION (KUMUKIT)
If you’ve been following the solar programs that have been introduced by the Public Utilities Commission for homeowners considering a solar system, the newest Customer Grid Supply Plus (CGS+) is the only program out there where you can still be…
August 5, 2018
West Oahu Roofing Inc.
Are you looking to begin a new home renovation project? Many times, homeowners spend countless time and money on brand-new kitchens or bathrooms, all while overlooking the one thing that protects their home — the roof. When planning and/or beginning…
August 5, 2018
Discount Windows & Doors
It’s summer season and it’s also hurricane season, which began June 1 and lasts through November. NOAA’s Central Pacific Hurricane Center has predicted an above-normal season for hurricanes in 2018, forecasting four to seven tropical cyclones in the Central Pacific.…
August 5, 2018
Whether it’s regular outdoor entertaining, kids playing soccer or dogs chasing tennis balls, fun on the lawn — combined with hot, dry conditions — can mean your grass gets a major workout during the summer and early fall. But that…