July 8, 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. Kai Ridge is trustworthy and reliable as well as has qualified and experienced project managers on its…
July 8, 2018
No one wants to pay more for something than they have to, especially when it comes to a large home improvement purchase. So, why can there be thousands of dollars difference between contractor bids for neighboring homes? And how can…
July 8, 2018
TROPICAL WINDOWS & SIDING
It’s hurricane season in Hawaii again, but most kamaaina have forgotten that it has been about 25 years since the state’s last brutal hurricane, and 10 years before that there was another one. What does this mean to island residents?…
July 8, 2018
American household demographics constantly change. With kids grown and moved out, many adults are considering remodeling to meet their future needs. This has inspired the idea of aging in place, meaning the desire to have a high quality of life…
July 8, 2018
Kahala Floors
One of the very interesting stories that Shirley PaiHilton of Kahala Pacific Floors has chronicled over the last 10 years are the trials and errors of the flooring industry in developing just the right vinyl floor. With luxury vinyl being…
July 1, 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…
July 1, 2018
Homeworks Construction
Among the unique features of an 1,800-square-foot custom home, designed and built by Homeworks Construction for a Kailua family, are an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) that provides approximately 400 square feet of additional space as well as privacy for multigenerational…
July 1, 2018
It’s been in the news for years now: the decline of pollinators such as honeybees and butterflies, and how it’s upsetting our world’s healthy ecosystem. We need pollinators for the growth of many of the foods we eat each day…
July 1, 2018
An interior designer’s mission is to create beautiful spaces that reflect a person’s style and specific needs. To meet this goal, much more needs to be considered than just color schemes and furniture selection. At Universal Interiors, the designers are…
July 1, 2018
CLEAN SOLAR PANELS HAWAII
By Dave Marshall Solar panels usually sit on rooftops, angled to catch maximum sunlight. When sunlight hits a panel, it seeps into the solar cells to generate power. The more light received, the more power generated. But solar panels are…
July 1, 2018
West Oahu Roofing Inc.
As a homeowner, your roof is one of the most important aspects of your home. As you walk through your neighborhood, you may see the same type of roofing installed on almost all of your neighbors’ homes. One way to…
July 1, 2018
Every guy wants his own man cave, right? But an amazing bathroom is rarely part of that equation. Instead, too many men see a bathroom for its functionality when it could be about luxury, too. Why can’t you have both?…
July 1, 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.…
July 1, 2018
TROPICAL PLUMBING AND BATH
Bathroom designs and installations that emphasize safety, convenience, and easy maintenance are a specialty of award-winning remodeler Tropical Plumbing & Bath. Tropical president Charlie Beeck, a Building Industry Association Remodeler of the Year who pioneered the introduction of walk-in bathtubs…
July 1, 2018
If you’re planning to create an outdoor living space, advanced decking enables you to show off your creativity. For years, complex deck designs have been difficult to achieve with traditional lumber. But, with advances in today’s decking materials, you have…
July 1, 2018
Graham Builders
Carl Williams and his wife decided that it was time to rebuild. Their 60-year-old home was showing signs of aging and did not fit the couple’s vision of a residence where they could live out their years. They also desired…
July 1, 2018
HAWAII ENERGY CONNECTION (KUMUKIT)
Summer is here and it’s getting hotter, which means you’re probably running your home air conditioner more often and are getting higher electricity bills. Longer days and abundant sunshine are perfect to maximize your energy production with a home solar…
June 24, 2018
Cookouts, barbecues, family reunions and more are upon us, and as the coolest neighbor on the cul-de-sac, hosting the summer fun is a no-brainer. It’s easy to forget about your special role of summer party host, and maybe the dirt…
June 24, 2018
All Island Bath Remodeling LLC
Thanks to more than two decades of experience, All Island Bath Remodeling LLC has perfected a unique combination of services, which also are cost-effective solutions. Here are some examples: • Bathtub, wall-surround resurfacing. Resurface worn or stained tubs, or wall-surrounds…
June 24, 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…