September 25, 2011
Pacific Islands Construction
There has never been a better time to purchase a photovoltaic system (PV) than the present moment and those reasons include the lowest module price in the history of such systems, high electricity rates, and tax credits that are still…
September 25, 2011
Alternative Electric
Looking for an electrician, but don’t know who to call? As you open the Yellow Pages, there are about 50 different electrical contractors to choose from. But who do you call? Some contractors may only service certain parts of the…
September 18, 2011
EnergyPro Hawaii
What do you think of when you hear the words solar power? For many, solar power means heating domestic water for the house, pool and/or spa, and creating electricity through photovoltaic or PV panels to power such things as attic…
September 18, 2011
Alternate Energy Inc
What makes a good salesperson? According to Ian Brodie, one of the world’s leading marketing consultants, the No. 1 quality is passion. “The fundamental characteristic all great salespeople share is an absolute belief and passion in the product or service…
September 18, 2011
Leakmaster Roofing
Monier concrete tiles are a great, longlasting roofing system that has proven itself in Hawaii over the years. However, many of these roofs are now 30 years old and are starting to show their age. Do you need a new…
September 18, 2011
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 you why you should be using their system. All Weather Surfaces Hawaii…
September 4, 2011
Murakami Roofing
There comes a time in the life of any home when the roof needs to be replaced. Whether it is a centuryold home that has been fitted with beautiful and long lasting copper roofing, or a modest home with a…
August 28, 2011
RevoluSun
Did you know that the average Hawaii homeowner will spend more than $100,000 on electricity over the next 25 years? That’s a staggering amount! However, there is an easy and sustainable solution that will cost a fraction of that cost…
August 28, 2011
Pacific Islands Construction
There are many reasons to do your homework when choosing a photovoltaic system, and Pacific Islands Construction believes that an informed buyer is going to make the best decision for themselves. The following information is provided to give some clarity…
August 21, 2011
Alternate Energy Inc
Josef NaCorda, lead installer at Alternate Energy Hawaii, lives by the following words: “A job done well stays well done forever.” It’s obvious in every single one of the solar panel installation jobs — totaling well into the thousands— that…
August 21, 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 continue to adapt to the needs and priorities of property owners. Because of…
August 14, 2011
United Roofing & Rain Gutters
Add value, beauty through United Roofing solutions A home is generally considered to be one of the biggest achievements and investments in most people’s lives. A quality roof not only helps protect your investment, but it also adds to the…
August 14, 2011
Tropical Wholesale
On a recent visit to a potential client’s home, we noticed a large blue tarp draped over the main roof ridge. Since we had been called to the project on a request for an estimate for interior remodeling work, I…
August 7, 2011
Hi-Power Solar
You know it makes sense to take full advantage of all the benefits of solar power, but you’re not sure what type of system will work best for you — a solar water heating system, a photovoltaic system or a…
August 7, 2011
Alternate Energy Inc
Hawaiian Electric recently announced another rate increase throughout the islands, and state solar tax credits are in jeopardy of being discontinued. With the electrical grid near capacity in certain areas, there’s no better time than now to invest in a…
July 31, 2011
Pacific Islands Construction
Consumers who have had reservations regarding the purchase of a photovoltaic system (PV) may not have a better time to do so than now. Because of discontinued financial support or subsidies in Europe for PV, there is an oversupply that…
July 31, 2011
The Hawaiian archipelago is the most isolated chain in the world and has the second highest cost of living. HECO, for example, has raised our electrical rates twice this year, reaching as high as 31 cents per kilowatt hour (kWh)…
July 31, 2011
United Roofing & Rain Gutters
If your roof is leaking, or your shingles are curling or showing signs of aging, you need to find a roofer who delivers uncompromising quality. That roofer is United Roofing. We have experience you expect and we provide island-wide roofing…
July 24, 2011
All Weather Surfaces Hawaii
When it comes to fluid-applied water-proofing, there’s no place in Hawaii like All Weather Surfaces Hawaii LLC. The company specializes in customer service and carries only the highest-quality materials, many of which are specially made for Hawaii’s harsh climate. This…
July 24, 2011
Alternate Energy Inc
With all the solar energy providers out there, how do you decide which company to go with? And what’s it really like to have a system installed for your home? Here is one family’s story. Chris Zane, a network engineer,…