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potential leakage. Rule No. 1: Your contractor should use industry-standard flashing details, not some caulking around the penetration. Ask the contractor to show you the flashing they expect to use. These penetrations, if done properly, won’t leak now CON or in the future. Unfortunately, many PV systems have been installed improperly and have leaked — particularly during the recent rainy weather. Thus, it is imperative that you have your system installed properly from the get-go. While it costs more to have flashings installed, the security they provide far outweigh the cost. There are many manufacturers in the solar business that are relative newcomers to the industry. These companies may

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be names you are familiar with, but may not actually be making the modules with their names on them. Companies that have been in business for more than 20 years actually have a better understanding of the modules’ construction and generally construct their own modules. Companies that are providing 25-year power warranties (after 25 years, modules will provide at least 80 percent of the original energy production) should

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that Hawaii is ideal for solar systems, other factors such as humidity, corrosive conditions, high heat, UV exposure and general biological conditions, such as molds, do not provide ideal conditions for module-life expectancy.

Rule number 2: Research who the manufacture is and how long it has been in business. Module construction is actually one of the biggest concerns when considering what PV system to purchase. Pacific Islands Construction has been stressing that many modules sold in Hawaii are not constructed for the islands’ climate. While it is true

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was the recognition of the top four Overall Grand Awards and the Carl Reppun Award. This column will feature the winner of the Carl Reppun Award, named after the first chairman of the Renaissance Awards program. Carl Reppun was a pioneer in prefabricated cabinet distribution in the 1980s, the first distributor of Diamond Cabinets, and he supplied cabinets to many small-volume remodeling contractors. This award is given in his memory to a small-volume remodeler who enters this awards program. The winner of The Carl Reppun Award was Mokulua Woodworking Ltd., Historical Division for “A Historic Remodel.” To balance modern comfort with historic preservation, the key goals of this remodel were to refurbish where cost and design were effective, replicate where possible and update where necessary. Every area was evaluated to establish

effective restoration costs while maintain- dards, low-flow plumbing, low-voltage ing the historic design. Great care was lighting, Energy Star fans and Energy Star taken to restore doors, windows, floors, appliances were installed. In the new twotrims, soffits and hardware to maintain the car garage addition, the exterior of the character of the home and reduce its car- home was built to match the existing bon footprint. home by custom built soffits, identical When restoration was not feasible, cus- roofing and traditional garage doors. tom fabricated doors, windows, cabinets, soffits casings and trims were created to Karen Nakamura is executive vice presimatch the existing elements. To bring the dent / CEO of Building Industry Association home up to code and modern energy stan- of Hawaii.

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he highest quality hardwood cabinets — solid cherry wood, maple, and oak — are always available and affordably priced at Golden Cabinets, home of Hawaii’s largest inventory of fine solid wood kitchen and bath cabinetry. Wide selections of finely crafted designs, styles and finishes are featured at the two Golden Cabinets Inc. showrooms located at 500 Alakawa St. and 2959 Koapaka St. Cabinets, shelves, moldings and drawers are all available in rich cherry wood, warm maple, classic oak and white finishes. No particle board, plastic or laminates are incorporated into these solidly built

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viewed in the showrooms. “Cabinets are the first thing you see when you walk into a kitchen, so whether you are building new or remodeling, you want to be sure you are making the right choice,” said Golden Cabinets

owner Wen Wen Cao. “And there’s no long wait between ordering and installation — one week after you place your order, the cabinets of your choice will be delivered or can be picked up by your contractor. “We also offer free

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aybe the economy really is getting better, but if you’re still planning to forego a pricey vacation this summer, you're likely not alone. Rather than dropping a lot of cash on travel, many Americans are choosing to spend their hard-earned money where they’ll enjoy it for longer — in their own backyards. Upgrading your backyard may work for you on multiple levels. Not only will you increase your enjoyment of the time you spend there, backyard enhancements like decks, patios and landscaping can increase your home’s resale value. You can create your own oasis of luxury at home for much less than the cost of a luxury vacation. From murals to outdoor

kitchens, resort-style luxury can be had for less right in your own backyard. To get an idea of where to begin, think of the features and decor that you most loved about your last resort stay and work toward recreating them at home for a fraction of the cost. Here are some ideas to get you started:

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he dog days of summer can be brutal on utility bills and a major drain for pocketbooks, but they don’t have to be. During the hottest months of the year, water is wasted because of over-irrigation, and air conditioning systems are forced to run longer to keep indoor temperatures cool. While scorching temperatures can push water and energy consumption to its limits, there are ways to consume less and save more. “Reducing water and energy consumption isn’t as difficult as many think,” says Rhonda Hills of Kudzu.com, an online resource for homeowners looking for expert home advice. “Even minor

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