November 15, 2020
Homeworks Construction
Although the holiday season is generally not the best time to begin building a new custom home or remodeling, it could be a very good time to start planning for the new year. “We receive inquiries and even schedule consultations…
November 8, 2020
HK Construction
As the world patiently waits for the COVID-19 crisis to pass, many family vacations continue to be postponed until a safer time prevails. For some homeowners, this presents an opportunity to redirect the family’s travel budget into long-overdue projects and…
November 1, 2020
Tropical Wholesale
BY MATT HOUAR PRESIDENT OF TROPICAL WHOLESALE In 1961, the first vinyl products of any kind arrived in Hawaii. That was vinyl siding, and with that emerged the slogan, “Vinyl is final.” I was 4 years old then, and Uncle…
October 25, 2020
Wong Construction
BY LES WONG Born and raised in Honolulu, I became a licensed general contractor and started doing small renovations and repair jobs in June 1983. My only daughter, Tanyce, was born around the same time, so needless to say my…
October 25, 2020
W.G. Construction LLC
BY WENDELL GUIEB W.G. Construction LLC is a family-owned and locally operated construction company that has been serving the island since 2003. We are a general contractor doing residential and commercial construction projects. WGC will help you with your construction…
October 18, 2020
Tropical Wholesale
BY BUD SHASTEEN When purchasing vinyl windows or siding, make sound decisions by buying local. Buying local has many benefits for Hawaii homeowners. When asked, president of Tropical Windows and Siding Matthew Houar — the foremost expert in Hawaii on…
October 18, 2020
Homeworks Construction
Last year, a family living in an older single-story home decided it was time to remodel, rebuild or move. Their children were growing up and they were running out of space. Moving was the least desirable option … they liked…
October 11, 2020
Graham Builders
A home construction project need not be overwhelming for you and your family. Graham Builders, Hawaii’s leader in residential design and construction, offers these tips for homeowners who are considering a remodel, addition or rebuild. TIP 1: REALISTIC GOALS “Avoid…
October 11, 2020
HK Construction
With the amount of time that people spend in their homes on the rise, it’s no wonder that more homeowners want to ensure their dwellings are built or renovated with their family’s health in mind. In this series on “high-performance…
September 27, 2020
W.G. Construction LLC
BY WENDELL GUIEB W.G. Construction LLC is a family-owned and locally operated construction company that has been serving the island since 2003. We are a general contractor doing residential and commercial construction projects. WGC will help you with your construction…
September 27, 2020
GAVINWOOD
At GavinWood, we design and fabricate custom cabinets and wood products in our 10,000-square-foot shop, located in Kailua on the Windward side of Oahu. We consistently produce superior results for our clients, whether it be remodeling or a new building…
September 20, 2020
Homeworks Construction
A custom home built by Homeworks Construction is underway on a 4,000-square-foot lot in lower Kaimuki. It replaces the client’s previous home, demolished by Homeworks in June when the lot was cleared and foundation work started (see inset photo). Framing…
September 20, 2020
Wong Construction
BY LES WONG Born and raised in Honolulu, I became a licensed general contractor and started doing small renovations and repair jobs in June 1983. My only daughter, Tanyce, also was born around the same time, so needless to say…
September 13, 2020
Graham Builders
Thirty years ago, Oahu homeowner Howard Humphreys decided to have some work done on his house. He didn’t have to think long about choosing a builder. “We were already familiar with Danny Graham’s commitment to good service, because we previously…
September 13, 2020
Tropical Wholesale
When it’s time to replace your windows and siding, call a professional. You can try and call a neighbor or carpenter friend, but it’s taking a chance. What kind of chance are you taking? Matt and Mike at Tropical, the…
September 6, 2020
HK Construction
It may seem hard to believe, but your home really can save you money. HK Construction, a fourth-generation company in Hawaii, is known for its quality renovations, new constructions, rebuilds and accessory dwelling units (also known as ADUs or ohana…
August 30, 2020
W.G. Construction LLC
BY WENDELL GUIEB W.G. Construction LLC is a family-owned and locally operated construction company that has been serving the island since 2003. We are a general contractor doing residential and commercial construction projects. WGC will help you with your construction…
August 30, 2020
Homeworks Construction
Homeworks Construction has been voted one of “Hawaii’s Best” construction companies in Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s annual awards program. This is the third consecutive year Homeworks has received this recognition. The 2020 award places Homeworks in the top tier of the Construction…
August 23, 2020
RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN HAWAII
Now that we are all spending more time within our homes, things that typically go unnoticed or put on the “honey do” list are grabbing our attention. Recent trends in staycations in lieu of family vacations allow us to invest…
August 16, 2020
RUI CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SUPPLY INC
After a brief halt in operations that mirrored Oahu’s early pandemic response, Rui Construction is filling its schedule with new projects. “We’re busy again, and we now have a waitlist for large renovations,” reports Jon Xie, who manages Rui Building…