August 4, 2015
West Oahu Roofing Inc.
A brand new concrete tile roof complements the appearance of your home. It is durable and can last a long time. But concrete tile roofs installed in the past can look weathered, faded over time due to sun exposure, being…
July 26, 2015
Surface Shield Roofing Company
According to the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), “Roof systems and materials generally are divided into generic classifications: low slope and steep slope.” Dividing roofing into these two categories assists homeowners in finding the most appropriate roofing material for their…
July 26, 2015
Pacific Islands Solar
Are you getting higher electric bills even though you have installed solar for your home? Does your solar system seem to be underperforming, making you concerned that something isn’t right? Perhaps it is experiencing problems caused by poor installation or…
July 19, 2015
Shopping for roof shingles can be confusing. But knowing the three C’s of buying a new roof — Cut, Color and Coverage — can help consumers choose the best roof for their home and make the entire process easier and…
July 19, 2015
EnergyPro Hawaii
With the pending merger of Hawaiian Electric and Florida-based NextEra Energy, the future of photovoltaics and other forms of renewable energy are in question. No one quite knows for sure what NextEra’s thoughts and intentions are. Will things remain the…
July 12, 2015
Leakmaster Roofing
Asphalt shingle roofs are one of the most popular roofs in Hawaii. It is moderately priced, generally lasting between 15 and 30 years before needing replacement. Leakmaster Roofing has installed many of these reliable systems for more than 25 years,…
July 12, 2015
RevoluSun
In honor of its sixth birthday, the connection of more than 5,500 customers to solar power and a successful evolution into a one-stop shop for energy-efficiency and sustainable lifestyle home products, RevoluSun Smart Home celebrated by cleaning Sandy Beach recently.…
July 12, 2015
Envirowash Hawaii LLC
There are many reasons to clean a “dirty roof.” The most important reason is that your roof is not actually dirty at all, but infested with billions of microorganisms known as Gloeocapsa Magma. This strain of bacteria is a highly…
July 5, 2015
Hawaii Energy Connection LLC
Hawaii Energy Connection LLC continues to lead the movement. The company’s goal always has been simple: to provide affordable energy solutions that promote and accelerate the adoption of clean, renewable energy. For homeowners, the company’s popular KumuKit™ PV systems are…
June 28, 2015
Surface Shield Roofing Company
If you have a leaky roof, one option to consider is waterproofing. Surface Shield Roofing Co. is a certified applicator for many products that can solve your leaky roof problems. Most of these products double as energy-efficient roof coatings, too.…
June 28, 2015
West Oahu Roofing Inc.
BY RANDALL BALAIS As the summer months loom, along with it comes the heat. There are many solutions, but one basic option is to concentrate on your roof. West Oahu Roofing Inc. will go over roofing solutions to cool your…
June 21, 2015
Pacific Islands Construction
How do you choose the right photo-voltaic (PV) system for long-term reliability? Does the contractor’s installation have long-term implications? What are the differences between the different roof racking system components, solar modules, roof flashings and inverters? Does the manufacturer’s warranty…
June 14, 2015
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…
June 14, 2015
Good news: The frustrating saga of long wait times for solar system approvals is almost over! Hawaiian Electric Co. recently finished approving several thousand-long delayed applications, and the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission is working hard on new rules to avoid…
June 7, 2015
RS Toyama Roofing
The average roof is designed to last for about three decades. That’s why a good roofer rarely visits the same house twice. Raymond Toyama, owner of RS Toyama Roofing Service Inc. in Honolulu, said his phone started ringing after he…
June 7, 2015
Cool Roof Store
It’s that time of year again. The spring rains are starting to subside and you are thinking about how to fix the leaks in your old roof. Whether you want to do it yourself or have a contractor do it…
June 1, 2015
West Oahu Roofing Inc.
As hurricane season in Hawaii officially begins on June 1 — and ends on Nov. 30 — we cannot forget the damages from hurricanes Iniki, Iselle and Julio. Now is the time to take action, especially if you need a…
May 22, 2015
Surface Shield Roofing Company
Part two of a two-part series Last week, Surface Shield Roofing Co. explored the perspective of ARMA’s (Asphalt Roofing Manufacturer’s Association) viewpoint on asphalt shingles. Local material distributors, roofing industry opinion leaders and a well-known asphalt shingle manufacturer representative shared…
May 10, 2015
Pacific Islands Solar
As a homeowner, you are confronted with the task of maintaining your home in a climate with conditions that deteriorate its components. Solar equipment is confronted no differently. There has been a flood of modules on the market claiming to…
May 10, 2015
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…