March 17, 2013
Each year in conjunction with the National Association of Home Builders’ International Builders’ Show, a home is built that showcases innovative products for the future — and features great ideas for anyone thinking of building or remodeling a home. The…
March 17, 2013
The number of improving housing markets expanded for a sixth consecutive month in January 2013 according to the National Association of Home Builders/First American. With this sign, it’s time for homeowners to consider investing in high-tech home upgrades that not…
March 17, 2013
HK Construction
HK Construction has applied its extensive experience as a fourth-generation design-and-build company when creating custom homes for a host of Hawaii residents. The company’s 80 years of combined experience is rooted in the principles of quality construction, incorporating the feedback…
March 17, 2013
Hawaii Home Expo
Being in the most isolated place in the world has its benefits. Sure there are some drawbacks to life in Hawaii, but overall, the positives outweigh the negatives. For example, rarely does the afternoon temperature drop below 80 degrees, and…
March 17, 2013
Town & Country Builders LLC
It’s that time of the year when we all scramble to locate the receipts for the past year and dust off the calculator to figure out if we will receive any compensation for all the hard work. Think about building…
March 10, 2013
CV Construction LLC
As its business continues to expand on a foundation of 15-plus years of experience serving Hawaii, CV Construction LLC remains dedicated to providing stellar customer service regardless of how big or small the job is. Chuan “Sam” He and Victor…
March 10, 2013
Now that the dust has settled from the elections, Congress will be turning its attention to the debate over housing policy. Thanks to national policy that has acknowledged the importance of the home in American family life for almost a…
March 10, 2013
Graham Builders
In Hawaii, our culture is to embrace ohana, oftentimes gathering generations under one roof. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of Hawaii residents ages 65 and older grew at a rate of more than three times faster than…
March 3, 2013
Elite Design Group LLC
Just as its name suggests, Elite Design Group LLC is on its way to being in the top ranks of Hawaii’s competitive construction industry. The design and construction firm was founded in late 2010, and though the company is relatively…
March 3, 2013
Homeworks Construction
Homeworks Construction’s “Kaimuki house in progress” is shown in the photos during phase two, which included roofing, windows and doors, electrical, plumbing, drywall and siding. Phase one — demolition of the existing house, concrete pour for the foundation and framing…
March 3, 2013
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) will present the 28th annual BIA Renaissance Building & Remodeling Awards on May 8, 2013, during the Gala Awards Dinner at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. This premier statewide competition is open to all…
February 24, 2013
Homeowners Design Center
Homeowners Design Center has been family owned and operated since 1969. Our experienced, knowledgeable and friendly staff is here to help you with all your residential and commercial needs. Whether you are looking for flooring, kitchen or bath cabinets, countertops…
February 24, 2013
Doing your homework will help you have a more successful experience. Use this checklist to help you select a home builder or home remodeler to work on or build your home: • Contact the Building Industry Association of Hawaii for…
February 17, 2013
W.G. Construction LLC
BY WENDELL GUIEB Quality work, satisfaction and good prices are the priorities at my company, W.G. Construction LLC. I started contracting concrete in 1990. Our company does any amount of work, from small to big projects. We work with everything…
February 17, 2013
Town & Country Builders LLC
Have you ever wondered why things breakdown so quickly? Don’t think that by throwing a concrete foundation block down on the ground, you can construct an addition that will be capable of withstanding the movements, loads and stresses that are…
February 17, 2013
HK Construction
Why build or remodel now? Hawaii homeowners have a unique opportunity at the moment: With the lowest mortgage rates in 50 years, the state’s home values and equities are at an all-time high. With a recovering economy on the Mainland,…
February 17, 2013
HRS-444 is the state law that regulates contractor licensing. This law is meant to protect consumers from liability, fraud and workmanship that does not meet building codes and building standards. Licensed contractors are registered with the state Department of Commerce…
February 10, 2013
CV Construction LLC
BY VICTOR YEUNG There are so many things to consider and do before, during and after a renovation. Having a contractor control the flow of the project will help make sure it goes according to plan and finishes within the…
February 10, 2013
Graham Builders
Graham Builders, Hawaii’s premier design+build company, recently completed a revamp of its website and invites all homeowners to visit the new, easy-to-navigate site. With more than 20 years of experience in the home construction industry, Graham Builders is ready to…
February 10, 2013
In 2011, Act 105 became law and disallowed the exemption of Hawaii’s General Excise Tax (GET) on subcontractor work by the general contractor. This law is scheduled to be discontinued this summer. Act 105 causes the GET to be charged…