August 5, 2018
Changing residences can be an emotional and logistical challenge for any family. For military families, that challenge can be recreated many times over. Due to the nature of the work, the average U.S. military family relocates every two to three…
August 5, 2018
Tropical Wholesale
When Matthew Houar took over ownership of Tropical Wholesale Windows & Siding in 1981 his vision was to make the very best window and siding installation company in Hawaii. Thirty-seven years later Tropical not only became the best in the…
July 29, 2018
RevoluSun
“Thanks to RevoluSun, I can’t wait to walk in the door when I get home now,” said RevoluSun Smart Home customer Matthew White, “because it’s cool inside before I even open my windows.” Like many Honolulu families, White’s home was…
July 29, 2018
Island Bath Works
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…
July 29, 2018
The words home improvement usually conjure up images of major undertakings like tiling your bathroom or kitchen or tearing down a wall, taking hours or even days to complete. The fact is there are some meaningful home improvements you can…
July 29, 2018
Bathrooms reign supreme, overtaking kitchens as the most popular remodeling project, according to a new survey by the National Association of Home Builders. In the study, remodelers reported on the most common projects in 2017 and 81 percent performed bathroom…
July 29, 2018
HPS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
By Gerry Peters Do you remember that old Fram oil filter commercial with the mechanic who iterated “Pay me now, or pay me later?” The folks at HPS Construction certainly do, and now use the wise-old adage as a message…
July 29, 2018
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…
July 29, 2018
In this increasingly digital world, there’s an app for just about everything. People are glued to their smartphones, texting instead of talking, and, in general, interacting with technology more than they do with the living, breathing world around them. But…
July 29, 2018
Cooking equipment is the top cause of home fires, and the second leading cause of home fire deaths, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). “Considered to be one of the more preventable types of fires, kitchen fires can…
July 29, 2018
G&S Shutter Designs
G&S Shutter Designs is dedicated to providing Hawaii consumers with high-quality plantation shutters at the best prices. Its plantation shutters are top-of-the-line and custom ordered to fit any window type. The company offers a variety of plantation shutters to suit…
July 29, 2018
Home improvement projects are popular this time of year and you’ve certainly tackled your share of DIY to-dos in the past. But not this year. This year you realize it’s time to go big, to go bold, to set aside…
July 29, 2018
As the major outdoor living trend sweeps the nation, decks are getting bigger. But with television shows featuring 3,000-square-foot monster decks, the average homeowner is left to wonder, “Just how big of a deck do I need?” Atlanta, Georgia-based deck…
July 22, 2018
BELLA PIETRA DESIGN
Your wedi® waterproof shower system is at Bella Pietra Design in Honolulu, and you are invited to the company’s showroom for a free workshop. Bella Pietra Design will show you how you can easily replace your old bathtub with the…
July 22, 2018
HONOLULU CONSTRUCTION SUPPLIES LLC
Honolulu Construction Supplies is quickly developing a stellar reputation for offering a wide range of building supplies for both home and office. The company wholesales and retails kitchen cabinets, vanities, shower doors, wood flooring, tiles, office furniture, quartz/granite, mosaic and…
July 22, 2018
Da Wing Trading LLC
For most people, remodeling a kitchen includes a complete change of cabinets and countertops, maybe even appliances. If your cabinets still are in good condition, but you want to improve your kitchen in some way, replacing your old countertop with…
July 22, 2018
The benefits from gardening are endless — relaxation, fitness, family fun, delicious food and beautifying your lawn. Across the country, millions of people live in townhomes, apartments or single-family homes that seem to lack the outdoor space needed for a…
July 22, 2018
America has home renovation fever. At one time, a handful of home improvement shows were on late at night or during the day, but now entire networks are dedicated to showcasing remodels, flips, additions and new constructions. The result is…
July 22, 2018
Kai Ridge Hawaii Construction Co.
Kai Ridge Hawaii is a locally owned and fully licensed general contractor. The company has built many homes on the island of Oahu. It is trustworthy and reliable. Kai Ridge has qualified and experienced project managers on its team who…
July 22, 2018
Janet and Richard Honda purchased their home in 1977 when houses were quickly replacing pineapple and sugar cane fields in central Oahu. After 41 years, their beloved home was showing signs of its age. Peeling kitchen cabinets, warping floors, difficult-to-clean…