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the leak is coming from, and startthere.

If it’s coming out of the handle,you’ll need to remove the handleassembly. Pry off the decorativecap and unscrew the set screwunderneath. Then, lift off the han-dle. Tighten the valve first to see ifthis solves the problem. If it does-n’t, remove it and examine the areabelow. Clean any buildup you seein the threads. Use distilled whitevinegar and a scouring pad.

If the source of the leak is at thebase of the faucet, this is whereyou’ll start. Take masking or duct tape andwrap the jaws of your pliers. This preventsyour pliers from scratching the fixture.Twist off the base with your wrapped pli-ers, and again, look for buildup and clean ifnecessary.

Another problem may be damaged O-rings. With your faucet disassembled, takea close look at the O-rings. If they lookdeteriorated or torn at all, replace them.

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There are hundreds of photovoltaic(PV) companies today selling sys-tems across the state. Some claim

to have the best service, some claim tohave the best prices and some claim tohave the best products. Of course, thoseare all very important qualities to look forin a PV installer, but EnergyPro Hawaii hastaken one step further in priding itself as acompany that also delivers results. The bot-tom line: that’s what every consumershould be looking for.

In April 2012, Kaimuki residents Dan andDonna Shimabuku enlisted the help ofEnergyPro Hawaii to help reduce their ris-ing electrical costs. Plagued with an averageelectric bill of more than $500 a month,they were in dire need of a cost-cuttingsolution. After evaluating their bill andmonthly energy usage, EnergyPro Hawaiiproposed a Solar Hot Water System and35-Panel PV System.

Fast forward four months to August2012 and their HECO bill has dropped tothe bare minimum of $16 a month. “WhenI received a bill of $16 from HECO, I wasliterally blown away,” exclaimed Shimabuku.“I couldn’t wait to tell all myfriends and neighbors.”

In similar fashion, Bruce andWendy Shewalter of Wilhelminawere also experiencing highelectrical usage and sought outEnergyPro Hawaii to assist themin reducing their monthly HECObill. “My wife and I had beenlooking to install a PV systemsince our bill had been as high as$800. We called John Emery ofEnergyPro Hawaii and he deliv-ered for us. Our current bill hasdropped to the minimum chargefrom HECO.”

But there are also residentsthat consume far less electricitythan the Shimabukus and Shewalters. InMay, the Maeshiro family in Aiea had anaverage bill of about $180 and also decidedthat it would be a wise decision to takeadvantage of the available state and federaltax credits. They went forward in having aPV system installed. Mrs. Maeshiro went onto say, “The results were amazing and it was

very hard to believe that our bill could beso low.”

“We solve challenges. That has been ourmotto from day one”, said owner and pres-ident John Emery. “Certain situations callfor creative and innovative solutions andwe specialize in finding them for our cus-tomers.”

The results speak for themselves.EnergyPro Hawaii has been very successfulin finding and creating solutions for resi-dents across Oahu. From start to finish,their projects entail City & County permit-ting, HECO Net Energy Metering agree-ments, HOA approvals, Enphase Energymonitoring, financing options and every-

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The mantra, “no money down,” hasflooded television airways in recentweeks. It’s a reference to solar con-

tractors promoting the Power PurchaseAgreement (PPA) method of obtaining aphotovoltaic (PV) electrical system.

First, there are a few basic assumptions:monthly utility bills are $220, monthly powerconsumption is 618 kWh and the minimummonthly connection charge to utility is $16.

The premise behind this method of solarmarketing is deceptively simple: The customerenters a “leasing” arrangement, which substi-tutes the solar company in place of the elec-tric power company. The customer commitsto a 20-year contract to buy his or her powerfrom the solar company at a reduced rate(e.g. 25 cents per kWh) that is lower thancurrent utility charges, while the solar compa-ny installs and services the PV system. This isexpensive for consumers, as they forfeit therenewable-energy tax credits available tothose who choose to “buy” their systems.

For those who choose to “lease,” there is aminimum FICO credit score of 700 to qualifyfor the “no money down” plan. There is alsoan escalation clause of 3 to 4 percent annuallyon the cost of the power purchased. To avoid

this, the PPA would require moneydown, and in some cases, a “pre-paidlease” requiring up-front depositsexceeding $20,000. What happensto the “no money down” mantra?

The “substitute” utility payments inthe first year would be $154 permonth, a savings of $50 from the $204 thatwould have been remitted to the utility com-pany ($220 minus $16 minimum connectioncharge). With a 3 percent escalation, thesemonthly payments would increase to $199 inyear 10, and $242 by year 20. This is based ona “simple” rate of increase. A “compounded”rate or higher rate (e.g., 4 percent) wouldyield even higher PPA payments.

For taxpayers who wisely choose to “buy”and install their PV systems in 2012, incometax returns could recoup up to 65 percent ofthe gross price through generous renewableenergy tax credits allowed by the federal andstate taxing authorities. Beyond such largess,our local electric providers’ customers canrealize hefty rates of return on their utilitysavings relative to the net cost of their sys-tems. That will be an even greater bargain inthe long run. Not only does this make solaraffordable, but from an investment point-of-

view, it’s very profitable.Assume that a typical

two-system PV design has a gross price of$30,000. The federal tax credit is 30 percent,or $9,000, and the state credit of 35 percentis $10,000, as there is a $5,000 limit perinstalled system. The net cost after applyingthe credits is $11,000 ($30,000 minus$19,000). Let us further assume that the ener-gy output will reduce electrical usage by 618kWh per month. Multiplied by a rate of 33cents per kWh, the homeowner realizes sav-ings of $204 per month, or $2,448 annually.This represents a 22.25 percent rate of returnand a payback period of four years, six monthson the $11,000 net cost of the system. Wherecan you get that type of return in our currentfinancial markets?

Based on the aboveassumptions, PPA paymentstotal $9,768 after five years,

$20,892 after 10 and $47,340 by the end ofthe 20-year term. The homeowner still doesn’town the system.

Contrast that with payments to retire a$30,000 home equity loan (HELOC). At anassumed interest rate of 4.5 percent (currentinitial rates are around 1 percent for the first12-18 months), applying monthly payments of$204 (the projected utility savings) and the taxcredits of the $19,000 reduces the loan periodto less than five years, five months and a netoutlay of $13,108. The PPA exceeds this totalin six years, seven months. It’s a case of “pay menow or pay me later.” $47,340 not owning thesystem versus $13,108: It’s a no brainer.

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The past few years have shown that nat-ural or man-made disasters can hit anyfamily at any time. Ensuring the per-

sonal safety of you and your loved ones isyour No. 1 priority, but being prepared for theaftermath by organizing your critical docu-ments and communicating their location todesignated individuals can save you problemslater on, should the unexpected occur.

Could you locate all your family’s impor-tant documents quickly in the event of anaccident, evacuation or disaster? Could theyfind the documents should you beincapacitated or become separatedfrom each other?

If not, it’s a good idea to keep docu-ment originals in one location with back-up copies stored in at least one additional,equally secure place. A fire- and water-proof box that can be locked and issmall enough to carry is a goodway to keep documents nearby,but safe from damage or theft. Abank safe deposit box is anothersecure location. Copies can also bestored with a family member or friend.

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alternative. A videotape — also copied and stored in

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are, so they can access them and takeaction if need be. While no one likes tothink about the implications of a person-al or community disaster, taking thesesteps will help you minimize the impact.

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Clinton Murakami, who has 25 yearsof roofing experience, offers tips toavoid compromising the watertightnessof your roof or otherwise damagingyour home by making sure PV mountsare properly installed.

Monier tile, asphalt shingle and metal roofs

Different types of roofing materialsrequire specific installation methods toensure proper installation. For example, ifyou have Monier tiles, Clinton has seen anumber of PV installers using aluminumclips. It’s better to use stainless-steel boltsthat are stronger to avoid having tiles“kick up,” which creates space betweenthe tiles and allows rain to seep in andcause roof damage.

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3. Then another Main-land genius thought ofsteel siding for Hawaii, andof course, it rusted andfailed miserably.

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Then there was vinyl sid-ing. The first vinyl siding jobwas installed in Hawaii 50years ago, and it’s still theretoday. Back then, vinyl sidingonly had a 20-year warranty.Was it a good value? I wouldsay so. Fifty years later, it’s stillworking while there are noasbestos, aluminum, steel ormasonite siding products forsale in Hawaii.

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can do to change the habits of messy peo-ple. Living together is not easy, especiallywhen cleaning styles and level of toleranceare different. The good news, however, is it’spossible to live together harmoniously,even with contrasting styles.

And yes, it’s not just about the messyperson being neater. It is also about theneat person being more tolerant. Livingtogether in peace is more about respectfor each other and the commitment to therelationship than it is about the feng shui.

Molly and JerryMolly hired me because she thought she

and I were on the same page, and assumedI would side with her “against” Jerry bytelling him that his messy habits were creat-ing “bad energy” in the home. When Iexplained that the issue was more aboutfinding a way for them to accept each other,given their contrasting styles, Molly was notpleased. She pulled me aside and told methat she had hired me to tell Jerry that hewas in the wrong and needed to clean uphis stuff, not that she had to change.

I am often brought in to help settle dis-agreements over what is “better” energeti-cally. When I am called in to address an envi-ronmental issue that the couple disagreesabout, the solution is usually not about theproper feng shui but more often about ego,personal taste and individual style.

In these cases, I find that some “life guid-ance” is in order. If you and your mate orroommate are at opposite ends of thecleanliness spectrum and want to improve

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Recognize that it is natural to have differences

When it comes to the cleanliness andorderliness of a home, not everyone in thehousehold will have the same standards. Tosome people, orderliness is not a priority,while to others it is a top priority.

Accept others as they areAcknowledge that you cannot change or

control the other person. You can only takeresponsibility for yourself. If you cannotreach this level of understanding, you willexpend all of your energy complaining andjudging, creating resistance and chaoticcommunication, as peace becomes anunfulfilled wish.

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sus messy” spectrum and to gain perspec-tive, focus on the relevant areas of thehome and talk about them without judg-ment or a need to be right.

2. Confine your conversation to what is rel-evant. Determine how you will manage thecommon areas of your home. Be clearabout what is most important to yourmate or roommate, and to you.

3. Expect to compromise. What can youcommit to that will show the other personthat you care? Both of you should comeup with three things you are willing to dothat are high on the other’s prior-ity list. The neat person mayagree that the dishes in thesink do not have to be washedimmediately, while the messyperson may agree to clearpapers off the dining roomtable each evening.

4. Agree not to nag or com-plain once you have commit-ted to the changes. As the neatperson, be more tolerant thanyou have been. As the messyperson, make an effort to takeresponsibility for what youhave agreed to, not because

“clean is right,” but because you care aboutthe relationship.

Repeat as Needed Once you have made some progress,

you will notice a greater sense of apprecia-tion for each other, and your environmentwill feel lighter on the physical, emotional,mental, and spiritual levels. Although it canbe difficult living with someone so differentfrom you, the greatest level of success willcome from a team effort.

Alice Inoue is a life guide at Alice Inoue LifeGuidance, LLC, a company committed toassisting people in living empowered lives.Alice shares her wisdom as a professionalspeaker and personal consultant, and offers aseries of instructional DVDs on feng shui, aswell as her award-winning books on feng shui,happiness and spiritual life wisdom. Visitwww.aliceinspired.com for more information.

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Any TV show or article about what to consideralways starts with location, location, location — so Iwon’t go there. But let’s just say you’ve already nar-rowed down your choices. What should you be look-ing at?

Just as a woman with great bone structure doesn’tneed a lot of makeup, a well-structured home makesthings easier on the homeowner. Take a look at thebones: Is it well-designed? Is there a good floor plan?Does it have a good flow so that it functions well foryou and your family? The answers could save you a lotin remodeling costs.

Other things to look for : Higher ceilings that give asense of spaciousness. An attic or some sort of insula-tion that offers protection from the direct heat of thesun and makes the home cooler. Wider hallways.Decent-size bedrooms.

In many condos, storage is a consideration. Diddevelopers include enough closet space? How aboutbuilt-in storage? That’s always a plus.

Also, is there natural light streaming in? What aboutgood cross-ventilation?

This is what I mean about the bones of a home.Here’s a fun trick that always gets a giggle from my

workshop attendees. Look at the home naked. OK,now don’t get too excited … I’m not saying walk intoan open house with no clothes on! What I mean is tolook at a house as if it were completely stripped of all thepretty things — the furniture, accessories and other thingsthat can stage a home. Unless you’re making an offer for acompletely furnished home, the finishing touches won’tnecessarily be there when the sale is complete.

There’s a lot you can do with smoke and mirrors, i.e.staging. You see, I’ve been on the other side. I’ve assistedhomeowners and Realtors in creatively distracting potentialhome buyers with wall color, furniture and accessories. It’samazing what you can create in warmth and ambiencewhen you have a well-decorated space.

It’s almost like becoming a magician. A home buyer mightbe so taken with the charming pictures on the wall, the

coordinated towel sets and the basket of spa amenities onthe vanity that he or she doesn’t see how outdated andworn the bathroom is.

So look at the home naked. Avoid the temptation to besidetracked. In your mind’s eye, strip away everything youknow will not come with the home.

Is the basin in good condition? Is the toilet new or will ithave to be replaced? Are you going to have to install aframeless glass shower enclosure in place of the showercurtain that’s there now?

Area rugs on the carpet or floor should be lifted up ifpossible to see if they’re hiding a stain or a tear, or even crit-ters who shouldn’t be there!

And what’s the condition of the kitchen appli-ances? It’s those appliances that will be staying —not the cool coffee machine with the cute tray ofcoffee cups next to it. Trust me, I’ve done that!

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move through each room, see the space for what it is. Lookfor things that will end up costing you money to fix up orreplace.

This simple step can save you a lot of grief and dollarsdown the road.

Cathy Lee is president and designer of Cathy Lee Style andCathy’s Marketplace, a furniture and accessories showroomwith design services at 1110 University Ave. in Moiliili. Lee’sinterior design work has been featured in local and nationalpublications, on HGTV and in her DIY design workshops thatteach homeowners the basics of style. To find out more, go towww.cathyleestyle.com.

The Naked TruthShopping for a new place? If so, make sure you scrutinize the bare “bones” of the home. Failing to do so may cost you precious time and money


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It has been Island Style Furnishings’ goal to search for the best out-door wooden furniture available. Australia is known for its punish-ing environment, and one company from Brisbane has designedan all-weather furniture to survive for years. Merbau wood (alsoknown as Kwila) is regarded as one of the most durable and stabletimbers in the world, and it is the most important aspect of thefurniture. It is well-known as the wood-of-choice for buildingdocks, decks and flooring.

Merbau is the perfect wood for outdoor furniture. It is twice ashard and strong as teak, which makes it resistant to abrasion, pittingand roughening. Prior to manufacturing, the Merbau is kiln-dried tostabilize the timber so it doesn’t warp or crack. The furniture con-tains a reddish-brown tannin, which gives it its characteristic color.This tannin makes the wood naturally rot- and insect-proof.Mortise and tenon joints with cross doweling are used throughouteach piece. All hardware is corrosion-resistant, 304-grade stainlesssteel and nickel-plated brass. Each piece comes coated with threeapplications of Sikkens Cetol One TM, which provides a protective,durable and beautiful finish that is easy to maintain.

Island Style Furnishings is the exclusive dealer for AustralisLeisure brand furniture. All pieces are covered by a comprehen-sive five-year warranty. The company is located at 46-212Kahuhipa St. in Kaneohe (directly across from City Mill). Its hoursof operation are 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.Call 234-1129 or visit the online catalog at www.AustralisLeisure.com.au.


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Deciding to remodel a kitchen orbathroom can make a homeown-er’s dreams come true. However,

the project can become a nightmare if one isoverwhelmed by the process of planning andwaiting for those dreams to become reality,while also dealing with unexpected alter-ations and hiccups along the way.

With more than 50 years of combinedexperience, Don Holcomb and Dan Holtformed DH Squared Construction in 2007.In addition to specializing in custom homebuilding and remodeling, DH Squared alsoproduces unique and exquisite made-to-order cabinets. The company is well-versedin the home renovation business and com-piled some vital tips to help homeownerswith simplifying the course of action.

To start the process, a homeownershould gather his or her thoughts, compilinga folder full of photos, concepts and ideasthat are gleaned from television, magazinesor Hawaii Renovation. This folder should alsoinclude current photos of the home andexamples of existing spaces and design con-cepts already utilized so potential designershave a foundation on which to work.

Whether a homeowner is makingchanges to a bathroom, kitchen or both, DHSquared suggests making a list of “needs,wants and desires.” This will solidify aspectsof the remodeling job that are absolutely

needed, making them vital to the job’s suc-cess such as changes that are selected toadd value, but do not necessarily needadjusting, and items that are desired, but mayadd more of a “wow” factor as opposed tosimple functionality. Making such a list will aidin determining exactly what can and shouldbe done based on a homeowner’s budget,and will cut out some of the stress involvedwith addressing specific needs, whether it beadding new cabinetry or fixtures.

After establishing a budget and selecting aqualified designer and contractor, home-owners must be prepared for the “chaos”that will ensue. Some homeowners forgetthat during the remodeling process, therewill be limitations to certain areas. It is vitalto establish alternative living areas within thehome so life can go on with as little disrup-tion possible.

Before construction begins, work withthe building team to block any openingswith plastic barriers. This prevents dust anddirt from wafting into other areas of thehome.

Another important step is to inspect newitems from the time they enter the home

until the installation is complete. Forinstance, if new cabinetry is ordered, thehomeowner should make sure that the cab-inet style and color is consistent with whatwas ordered. Then, once the cabinetry is putin place, the homeowner should make sureall doors and drawers open and functioncorrectly so problems can be addressedbefore signing off on the completed project.When it comes to cabinet design and con-struction, DH Squared is able to help withan efficient manufacturing process aided bysome of the world’s finest technology.

“We started the cabinetbusiness in 2008 to provideour clients with a custom-quality cabinet made inHawaii with a fast turn-around time. We wantedthem to have the best prod-uct available with all thedesired features,” saidHolcomb while mentioningthe TenonCam cabinetdesign and fabrication sys-tem that DH Squared uti-

lizes. “It’s part of a lean manufacturingprocess that allows us to work more effi-ciently. It saves on time and material costs aswell. In the old days, when we did all this byhand, what took us a week now takes us aday. We’re more efficient and produce more,so we are able to pass this cost savings on toour clients. One of the good things is thatour cabinets are made in Hawaii, so if any-thing changes, or any pieces need to be repli-cated, we’re able to react right then, quickly.”

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known as Islander Cabinetry. Designed forisland living, it is available from island inven-tories and comes in different door styles,stain finishes and three hardwood species.The line is established and has met withincredible success because of its quality andavailability from robust Hawaii inventories.

The entry-level cabinet is the OakHardwood species in a distinctive raised-panel door style with a medium-stain finish.The mid-level cabinet features a Shaker Styleusing a Birch hardwood species and naturalfinish. Additional choices are available in theslightly higher priced Shaker Style in both nat-ural and Cherry finishes. On the higher endof the spectrum sits the Kamalani product,which is made from genuine Walnut speciesand a modest raised-panel door style.

Islander Cabinetry is constructed using5/8-inch-thick Hardwood plywood. There isno particle board in the product line.Cabinets feature a strong face-frame designin Mortise and Tenon construction. The qual-ity features continue to the adjustable andconcealed chrome hinges that open beyond90 degrees for easy access to cabinet interi-ors. Drawer slides are heavy-duty and come

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Quality was a major concern, and the onlyway you can guarantee seamless quality is tohave careful inspection of all the parts that gointo each cabinet. That’s how “Quality Touch”was born. Every part is looked at and acceptedduring the manufacturing phase. The mostimportant part of our “Quality Touch” programis that every cabinet is fumigated to rid all partsof insects such as termites and beetles. Insectscould cause serious, unnoticed damage monthsafter installation, when it’s too late and the dam-age has been done. This is a Honsador exclusive.

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