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Ready to ‘party hearty’ at home, in style ather than going out to party, Doris and Jamie love to host the festivities at their place. But the couple’s combination sitting room/dining room wasn’t conducive to partying. The space had absolutely no storage, so getting ready for guests involved hauling up a folding table and wine fridge from the basement. After everyone went home, everything had to be dragged downstairs again, and Doris even tucked away platters and bowls on the seats of dining-room chairs. With their first child on the way, Doris and Jamie were anxious to get this renovation done sooner rather than later. They were hoping for a bright, welcoming party room that would accommodate intimate dinners for two as easily as groups of 22. In fact, the room’s first official engagement was already booked: Doris’ baby shower. With the clock ticking, it was time to get moving on this trendy transformation. To add practical seating while also creating a spectacular focal point, I designed a spacious 30inch-deep banquette with a dramatic, tufted custom backrest. A new pedestal

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ith Father’s Day a week away, Frank Duarte is especially mindful of the role his father played in shaping his career.

And, with his son Aaron now by his side, Duarte is perpetuating the family business as he teaches the ins and outs of assisting families with their building and remodeling needs. “Working in my dad’s plumbing business wasn’t easy,” said Frank, who started learning the plumbing trade in 1961 and was certified as a master plumber in 1968. “He was a hard worker who only went to the eighth grade because, being the oldest boy, he needed to work to help support the family. I owe everything to my dad. Now it’s my turn to train my son, Aaron, who I’m very

happy to say has taken a huge step in becoming the third generation of plumbers in the Duarte family.” As the owner of D’s Plumbing and Ohana Home Additions and Remodeling, Frank has honed his craft as an integral cog in the family business. After learning the ropes with his father at the helm, Duarte — the oldest of three boys in his family — started D’s Plumbing more than 31 years ago, and is still going strong today as a general contractor. Meanwhile, Aaron is continuing to learn from his father, something he’s done ever since tagging along with Dad as a kid. “Ever since I was young, I worked with him. I kind of grew up with it,” says Aaron, a member of the D’s Plumbing team for the past 11 years. “Of course, he wants me to take

over the business one day. I take pride in what we do. We’re a small business, and he expects a lot of me, so we do everything we can to please him and the customers.” Customer satisfaction is the top priority at D’s Plumbing. The 73-year-old Frank recounts stories of contractors who fail to deliver, whether it be botching a job because of lack of

ing with copper. Other techniques, including modernizing bathrooms by expanding shower areas to accommodate the disabled, or adding housings in a kitchen to free up more space by getting a microwave off the counter, are just a few in D’s arsenal. “It’s all about the details,” Frank said. “In today’s times,

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ovations, it makes sense to include replacement of old windows in the plans. Dual pane, Low E glass windows provide a barrier against outdoor heat and keep cool air in, reducing the need for air conditioning. They also provide protection against ultraviolet rays that fade interior furnishings. A creative combination of window styles can serve to maximize both views and natural ventilation. • If you plan to re-roof, then this is the time to review options for penetrations that can be properly sealed and waterproofed while the roofing is being changed. These would include ventilating skylights, solar fans and “sun tunnels” that bring light into a dark space.

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• For homes that need air conditioning in addition to natural ventilation to keep them comfortable, ductless split systems are an increasingly popular choice since they save energy by localizing temperature control in lieu of cooling the entire house. Placement of the units should be planned before starting new construction or remodeling.

• Is it time to add a screened lanai to enhance your enjoyment of the balmy summer weather? Homeworks has added this feature to many homes, usually taking advantage of unused yard space. After clearing the area of vegetation and rocks, and compacting and leveling the ground with a heavy roller, a concrete slab is poured. In the simplest, least expensive form of construction,

4-by-4 inch columns are used to support the roof, which can be waterproofed and sealed with a coating, such as GacoRoof. A low wood panel wall can be added to incorporate electrical outlets. Screening should be cross braced at approximately three feet from the floor, then extended upward. A screen door can provide access to an outdoor barbecue area created by extending the con-

crete slab and roof overhang. A high pedestal fan will both cool the area and blow barbecue smoke away from the house. This addition provides new space for indoor/outdoor living at minimal cost.

For more information on remodeling or building a new custom home, call Homeworks at 955-2777. You also can call Homeworks president Jim Byxbee at his Build New Or ReDo Radio Show broadcast Saturday from 9 to 10 a.m. on KHVH AM 830 and now in its eighth year. Byxbee and co-host Rick Hamada welcome listener calls to the studio (521-8383) and answer questions on the air.

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ith summer approaching, the termites are swarming like crazy. Remember that both drywood and subterranean termites swarm. Since this will be the last in a series of articles about orange oil treatments for drywood termites, Akamai would like to thank the hundreds of customers who have chosen the safer and less intrusive method to rid their homes and businesses of drywood termites. There is so much less stress in our process than the traditional fumigation method. Many customers have asked questions that

we would like to answer for the benefit of everyone who needs a drywood termite treatment:

Why haven’t I heard of this method before now?

This method has been used in California for more than 20 years, where tens of thousands of structures have been treated. Fumigation in California is a three-day process, so many people are concerned about the environment as well as their family’s safety. Orange oil has been available in Hawaii for about 15

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Akamai Pest Solutions can treat those specific areas with many warranty options. There’s no sense in fumigating the whole structure — call for more specific information.

Usually it disappears in a day or two. It all depends on how much orange oil is required, the ventilation of the structure and

sometimes the weather. It’s rare that the smell will be around after a day.

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Yes, we can treat the attic and/or crawl space with a surface treatment made with a non-organic material that is designed for termites and will stay on the SEE PAGE 16

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• Is this an experienced solar contractor? Many electrical contractors, roofers or even plumbers installing hot water have migrated to solar electricity. Are they experts in solar electric design and installation though? Will the system penetrate your roof with the possibility for leaks? Is this a one-size-fitsall solar kit or a system designed specifically for your house with your present and future energy needs in mind? What kind of panels will you use? Panels range widely in price based on quality performance. This is a 20-year investment. Cheaper is not always better.

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surface of wood for many years. If swarmers find their way into the attic or crawlspace, they will try to eat the wood and die.

Does Akamai Pest Solutions treat ground termites?

Yes we do. However, we cannot use orange oil because it is organic and will biodegrade; therefore we have to inject a regular termite product into the ground.

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