July 15, 2018
Big Rock Hawaii
Summer is here and it’s the perfect time to start thinking about making some beautification changes to your home and garden. The perfect place to help you get started — once you have decided where to start — is Big…
July 15, 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…
July 8, 2018
Island Cooling LLC
Oliver and Cynthia Maulit are passionate about kupuna care. The Waipahu couple gives much of their time caring for the seniors in their care facility while also watching their granddaughter full time. Spending a lot more time in the house…
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 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
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…
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 17, 2018
Cool Roof Store
DecraGlass is a revolutionary spray-applied glass coating that can make any wall, deck or driveway look beautiful. It’s often seen as a high-end architectural coating on retail shops and restaurants that want to make a statement. Because it is made…
June 17, 2018
Big Rock Hawaii
Stone has a way of completely transforming interior or exterior living spaces. Now you can do this quickly and easily with Cast Stone Veneer and Landscape items made by Big Rock, Hawaii’s only source for beautiful Hawaiian stone. Big Rock…
June 17, 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 craftsman-ship and competitive pricing. Well-versed in working with shingles, slate, tile and…
June 17, 2018
CLEAN SOLAR PANELS HAWAII
Keeping solar panels clean is not usually something on one’s to-do list. The “out of sight, out of mind” mentality deters Hawaii residents from making the most of their investment. While many homeowners have had solar panels installed to cut…
June 17, 2018
If The Old Farmer’s Almanac prediction holds true, this summer will be a hot one. The weather forecast anticipates temperatures for the season to be “hotter than normal” across most of the U.S. If you’re ready to kick up your…
June 10, 2018
Tropical Roofing and Raingutters Inc.
One of the most efficient but often overlooked ways of reducing energy consumption in the home or workplace is installation of a “cool roof.” What makes a roof “cool?” Tropical Roofing and Raingutters president Charles Beeck explained that various types…
June 3, 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…
June 3, 2018
CLEAN SOLAR PANELS HAWAII
Keeping solar panels clean is not usually something on one’s to-do list. The “out of sight, out of mind” mentality deters Hawaii residents from making the most of their investment. While many homeowners have had solar panels installed to cut…
June 3, 2018
As one of the most visible elements of a deck, the railing serves an important aesthetic and structural role — adding support, safety and style. Here are five expert tips for creating the perfect perimeter for your outdoor space. Aim…
June 3, 2018
What did you discover the last time you took a good look at your home’s exterior? If your home is like most Hawaii homes, you’ve found rotting and molding trim, exposed wood, maybe some termite damage, and faded, cracked or…
May 27, 2018
Big Rock Hawaii
As the old adage goes: “A rolling stone gathers no moss.” While that may be true for rolling stones, Big Rock stones do gather moss under the right circumstances, and that’s pretty amazing considering they’re not actually real. Most people…
May 27, 2018
Envirowash Hawaii LLC
There are several reasons why you should clean your roof — none of which are 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…