June 14, 2015
United Pacific Builders
As hurricane season approaches you many wonder how capable your home is to ride out a summer storm. The right materials and proper installation can strengthen your home against the most severe weather conditions. Here are affordable renovations to ensure…
June 14, 2015
RUI CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SUPPLY INC
Since 2010, Rui Construction Inc. & Building Supply began selling products in addition to offering building and remodeling services. But sales representative John Xie said that was just the beginning. For the past five years, the company continues to grow…
June 14, 2015
W.G. Construction LLC
BY WENDELL GUIEB I have been a concrete contractor since 1990. I am the owner of W.G. Construction LLC, and my company completes projects of any size. We work from flat ground to the hardest area of your project, and…
June 7, 2015
Hua Xia Construction
By ANDY BETH MILLER When it comes to one’s home, renovating or building a dream abode is just about the most important investment an individual can make. And while people may leave decisions of lesser importance to chance or luck,…
June 7, 2015
Perhaps your home is in pretty good shape — newish roof, well-maintained furnace and air-conditioning and fresh paint throughout. Or maybe you’ve bought a brand-new house that’s move-in ready. Even though you don’t really need to do a thing to…
June 7, 2015
For most people, purchasing a first home is an exciting life event. Still, from house hunting and deciding how much you can afford, to compiling numerous forms and documents, the journey to find that dream home can be overwhelming and…
June 1, 2015
Homeworks Construction
A 5,582-square-foot ohana home has replaced a house built in the 1940s on the eastern slopes of Manoa Valley and now accommodates two families in two separate households. The three-story home’s unique design evolved through a collaboration between the owner…
June 1, 2015
Hardwood flooring brings enduring beauty, charm and value to a home. Not content to keep a good thing underfoot, inspired homeowners are now finding new and creative locations to use it for a dramatic effect. Using hardwood flooring on walls…
June 1, 2015
RUI CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SUPPLY INC
BY BRANDI-ANN UYEMURA When renovating or remodeling your home, you have several options: You can do the work yourself, hire different contractors or you can hire Rui Construction Inc. & Building Supply to help with everything from ordering building materials…
May 28, 2015
Town & Country Builders LLC
Town & Country Builders LLC is a licensed general contracting design-build firm that has been serving Oahu residents for the past 35 years. The company specializes in custom and package homes; remodels and additions; designer kitchens and bathrooms; and Americans…
May 28, 2015
My name is Les Wong, and I was born and raised in Honolulu. In June of 1983, I became a licensed general contractor and started doing small renovations and repair jobs. Around that same time, my only daughter Tanyce was…
May 28, 2015
A one-stop shop for bathroom remodeling — from design and sales to installation — Tropical Plumbing & Bath also is a specialist in walk-in showers and bathtubs. The convenience of barrier-free bathing has generated a strong trend in bathroom remodeling.…
May 28, 2015
Color can be transformative. It has the power to evoke emotion, alter your mood and stimulate one-of-a kind creativity. To help you find the colors that inspire and transform you, fashion designer Tracy Reese, known for her colorful style and…
May 26, 2015
Golden Cabinets & Stone is helping customers usher in summer and tackle a host of home improvement and renovation projects by offering stellar savings throughout the store. When it comes to assisting local homeowners, Golden Cabinets & Stone provides professional…
May 26, 2015
HawaiiUSA FCU
Embracing its “life matters” philosophy, HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union (FCU) continuously strives to understand the needs of its more than 123,000 members. For many, the need for affordable housing is great. So, when the credit union heard about a bill…
May 22, 2015
United Pacific Builders
Converting your lanai into a usable living space is an affordable renovation that can increase the value of your home at a reasonable investment of $100-$125 per square foot. After you have received your free estimate and signed your contract,…
May 22, 2015
Drafting Solutions LLC
In recent years, Drafting Solutions LLC has received calls from homeowners looking to renovate their homes to accommodate their children returning from school on the Mainland. Other inquiries come from homeowners planning to bring their senior parents home to live…
May 22, 2015
Graham Builders
Last month we covered the story of James and Allison Rodeheaver’s design-build journey with Graham Builders. The multigenerational family is renovating their Pearl City home to accommodate the couple, their two young children and James’ mother. Initially, the Rodeheavers thought…
May 22, 2015
Aire Conditioner Shoppe
Warm weather is here to stay in Hawaii. So, don’t wait too long to get a free estimate on a Fujitsu or Mitsubishi brand split system. The Aire Conditioner Shoppe recommends you get your A/C systems installed before the prices…
May 22, 2015
S Tanaka Construction
When the Yamamoto family received the opportunity to build a multigenerational home in Kaimuki from the ground up, they embraced the chance to custom design a house that would fit the needs of their family with two young kids and…