May 19, 2013
Atlas Construction Inc
References are important when selecting a contractor for your home building project. During the process of choosing your contractor, meeting and talking to families that have been through the process of building will give you a good indication of what…
May 12, 2013
Graham Builders
For most homeowners, building a new house or taking on major renovations on an existing home can be daunting. Many find themselves asking questions such as how much will it cost? What design will best accommodate my family’s needs? And…
May 12, 2013
As existing home sales continue to climb and housing prices increase, remodeling is also on the rise, according to the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University. Replacing old or damaged exterior trim with engineered wood composite trim is…
May 5, 2013
Homeworks Construction
Part one of a two-part series Rebuilding a 70-year-old Waikiki single family home was a challenging project for the Homeworks design/build team — the objective, to make the unique vision of the owner a reality in a difficult location with…
May 5, 2013
S Tanaka Construction
Whether constructing a residence from scratch or creating an addition to an existing structure, homeowners desire the “wow” factor that comes from seeing their dwelling exceed expectations. For those clients that have trusted their homes to S Tanaka Construction, the…
April 28, 2013
Tropical Wholesale
Now that summer is approaching, it’s time for home improvement projects. Call the experts at Tropical Wholesale. If you are thinking of installing new windows and doors, Tropical Wholesale is the first and oldest installer of vinyl window and door…
April 21, 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…
April 21, 2013
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 the project goes according to plan and finishes within…
April 14, 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,…
April 14, 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 the project goes according to plan and finishes within…
April 14, 2013
Graham Builders
For more than 20 years, Graham Builders, Hawaii’s premier design+build firm, has helped hundreds of homeowners bring their dream home to reality. From its early years, the locally owned company was a pioneer in developing the concept of multigenerational homes.…
April 9, 2013
S Tanaka Construction
Whether constructing a residence from scratch or creating an addition to an existing structure, homeowners desire the “wow” factor that comes from seeing their dwelling exceed expectations. For those clients that have trusted their homes to S Tanaka Construction, the…
April 9, 2013
Homeworks Construction
This is part three of a three-part series. With completion of interior installations and finishes, the Kaimuki rebuild covered in three Hawaii Renovation features over the past three months was ready for occupancy. The owners, a couple who had lived…
March 31, 2013
Da Wing Trading LLC
An important part of any kitchen or bath remodel is taking measurements and drawing a visual map. Measuring the existing cabinets will give you sizes for replacement cabinets. Walls The first step is to measure the walls of where the…
March 31, 2013
When U.S. lawmakers made a deal to keep the country from going off the “fiscal cliff” at the end of 2012, they reinstated a tax break of up to $500 to help homeowners earn money back for energy-efficient home improvements.…
March 24, 2013
Tenibac Kitchen Cabinets & Casework
Tenibac Kitchen Cabinets & Casework was conceived with the idea that custom cabinets can be affordable and at the same time offer “door styles unlike any other.” The company has door styles that best reflect Hawaii’s lifestyle. It offers door…
March 24, 2013
Atlas Construction Inc
When it comes to construction, standard materials can differ from one contractor to another. The selection of materials can make the difference not only in the cost of construction when it comes time to build, but also in the cost…
March 17, 2013
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…
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…