December 18, 2011
Lighthouse Solar
Lighthouse Solar has made great strides toward being “part of the solution” since its inception in 2006. In a span of only five years, the company has become one of the largest solar and photovoltaic-energy installers in the nation, with…
December 18, 2011
All Weather Surfaces Hawaii
Finding the best roof-coating system is easy with All Weather Surfaces Hawaii Selecting the proper roof coating system can get pretty confusing these days. At any time, there could be as many as a dozen manufacturers of roof coatings telling…
December 11, 2011
Granicrete Hawaii
Decorative Concrete provides a sensible solution to dressing up dreary flooring. Transform your drab, discolored concrete slab with Granicrete Hawaii’s custom concrete overlays and concrete stains that provide functionality, beauty and easy maintenance. Decorative Concrete Overlays Overlays dramatically improve the…
December 11, 2011
Alternate Energy Inc
There’s been a lot of ink in these pages talking about the benefits of solar energy. From reducing Hawaii’s dependence on fossil fuels to eliminating your electric bill, more and more people are becoming familiar with all the advantages of…
December 4, 2011
EnergyPro Hawaii
Most people are aware that solar systems, such as solar hot water, solar electric and even attic fans, qualify for healthy tax credits, both from the state and the federal government. Most people also don’t like to wait for their…
December 4, 2011
Murakami Roofing
We all put things off — dentist’s appointments, oil changes, computer backups. Procrastination is human nature, but it can sometimes prove costly, especially when it involves roof repair or replacement. What happens if you don’t get your roof fixed or…
November 27, 2011
Surface Shield Roofing Company
With more than 20 years of experience in Hawaii’s roofing and solar industry, Surface Shield Roofing’s Shon Gregory has seen the business change as materials and technologies are adapted to the needs and priorities of property owners. “Our clients are…
November 27, 2011
Pacific Islands Construction
Recent events in the photovoltaic industry regarding the financial conditions of most manufacturers should cause concern among consumers. The cost per watt has been falling over the last six months and now its effect has started to be realized. What…
November 27, 2011
EnergyPro Hawaii
EnergyPro Hawaii and its sister company, Waialae Plumbing, have installed many solar hot water systems throughout its 17-year history. EnergyPro Hawaii also has installed many solar photovoltaic systems and is rapidly closing in on its 100th PV installation. System No.…
November 27, 2011
United Roofing & Rain Gutters
The future of photovoltaics is integrated solar roofing installed by United Roofing and manufactured by Apollo Solar & CertainTeed. American manufacturer CertainTeed (100 years in business) has partnered with Apollo Solar to offer state of the art technology through roof-integrated…
November 20, 2011
Hi-Power Solar
The highly competitive marketing climate offers an abundance of choices from many companies engaged in the solar industry. Along with the many opportunities to benefit financially, consumers must also be cautious to prevent being victimized by the questionable sales tactics…
November 20, 2011
All Weather Surfaces Hawaii
Hawaii has the largest number of “flat roofs” per capita in the nation, and along with those flat roofs comes the nuisance of ponding water conditions. Ponding water is responsible for more damage to flat or low-sloped roofs than any…
November 13, 2011
United Roofing & Rain Gutters
Did you ever wonder what would happen when you need to reroof after installing all of those photovoltaic panels? It would likely cost you more than $100 per panel to remove and re-install your photo-voltaic panels each time you reroof.…
November 13, 2011
Murakami Roofing
During the next rainstorm in your neighborhood, grab an umbrella and step outside for a quick roof inspection. Do bits of shingle fly off your roof during big gusts of wind? Have roofing granules from your shingles collected on the…
November 6, 2011
Hawaii Home Expo
There are literally hundreds of solar companies here in the islands. But that probably just comes with the territory when living in a climate like Hawaii. With the industry currently booming, there are some basic facts that every consumer should…
November 6, 2011
RS Toyama Roofing
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 tearoffs, the company…
November 6, 2011
Tropical Wholesale
Tropical Wholesale and its owner Matthew Houar with brother Michael, son Michael and nephew Matthew have been doing business in Hawaii for more than 30 years. Tropical has been the Sam’s Club contractor for more than 10 years. Tropical always…
November 6, 2011
Walker-Moody Construction
Walker-Moody Construction, which specializes in asphalt maintenance, can take any driveway or commercial property and give the existing asphalt or concrete a fresh look. And with more than 100 years of service in Hawaii under its belt, Walker-Moody Construction has…
November 6, 2011
Leakmaster Roofing
There is a mad rush in Hawaii to put up solar photovoltaic (PV) panels before the 65 percent federal and state tax credits possibly go away. With the bruising political fights raging over deficit reduction, there is no guarantee that…
November 6, 2011
Granicrete Hawaii
Granicrete Hawaii brings the innovative and unique resurfacing solutions of Granicrete International, one of the nation’s premier decorative finish networks, to Hawaii. The company specializes in transforming old, bland, discolored and outdated flooring and countertops with custom concrete overlays. In…