When do you need to hire a licensed contractor in Hawaii?

To perform all construction work in Hawaii, general contractors, specialty contractors, and engineers must be licensed.

How important is contractor licensing in Hawaii?

Contractors must pass a written trade exam as well as a business and law exam before becoming licensed.

Your liability risk when hiring a licensed contractor in Hawaii

Contractors in Hawaii must carry both general liability and workers compensation insurance in order to work on construction related projects.

Financial recourse when hiring a contractor in Hawaii

Homeowners who have received an official legal judgement against a contractor are eligible for up to $12500 from the Hawaii contractors recovery fund

What else should I know before hiring a contractor in Hawaii?

Contractors must list their place of business as the address on their license. PO boxes are not permitted.

How is the BuildZoom score calculated?

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You should get several bids before hiring a contractor

Before hiring a contractor in Hawaii, be sure to get at least 3 detailed bids. Quality contractors will take the time to explain their budget proposal, and help guide you through the estimate process. Be wary of an abnormally low bid, they are not worth the risk. These underpriced projects often do not end well for the homeowner, choose a contractor you trust and can clearly communicate with. BuildZoom has made the bid collection process extremely simple (and free). Just click here to get started.

Top 10 Electricians in Haleiwa, HI (with Photos)

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DCH

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David C Hancock

BZ SCORE: 99

5.0 Electrical projects

210.0 Other projects

Notable project: (Fence. 59-092 Kam Hwy, Haleiwa, HI, 96712). (bp #670720) [tmk: 59015005] david c. hancock - new 6'-0 max ht redwood privacy and dog fence with gates @ mid portion of the property

BDK

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Brandon Dean K Lyons-wolfe

BZ SCORE: 91

CHF

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Craig H Freebairn

BZ SCORE: 90

Notable project: (Plumbing work addition alteration electrical work. 27 Kai Nani Pl, Kailua, HI, 96734). Bowser - ad, al, el, pl

JEI

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Jade Electric Inc

ALERT

*No active license on file. If you are Jade Electric Inc, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

NEC

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Nalu Electrical Contractors LLC

ALERT

25.0 Total projects

Notable project: (Electrical work plumbing work. 59 178 /C1 Kam Hwy Haleiwa 96712, Honolulu, HI, 96717). (bp #754007) [tmk: 59006034] greg reuel - new single story accessory structure @ right of ex. dwelling with a rumpus room wet bar bathroom outside shower and storage.***9/17/14(js)per letter from owner to change plumber; removing doak ernie plumbing lic#c-22113 and adding offshore plumbing... (more)

*No active license on file. If you are Nalu Electrical Contractors LLC, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

MEC

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Makai Electric Co

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Notable project: (New building plumbing work fence electrical work driveway. 85-320 Kohai Pl, Waianae, HI, 96792). Imipono inc - nb, fc, el, pl, dr

*No active license on file. If you are Makai Electric Co, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

DJM

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Donogh J McSherry

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Notable project: (Electrical work solar photovoltaic installation. 67-394 Haona St, Waialua, HI, 96791). (bp #691426) on-line permit [tmk: 67006056] zoll marigold - new solar photovoltaic installation - mm#: mm2009-0043. photovoltaic panels to be installed per pre-approved details. there will be no battery storage equipment. photovoltaic panels and inverter are not located in setback area

*No active license on file. If you are Donogh J McSherry, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

CJW

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Casey J Wood

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Notable project: (Alteration. 59-312 Pupukea Rd, Haleiwa, HI, 96712). (bp #764059) [tmk: 59017018] wood residence - new storage shed

*No active license on file. If you are Casey J Wood, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

MCE

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Michael C Eich II

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13.0 Total projects

*No active license on file. If you are Michael C Eich II, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

EJJ

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Edward J Jones

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*No active license on file. If you are Edward J Jones, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

WDP

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William D Pringle

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Notable project: (New building, electrical work, plumbing work. 58 292/A Kamehameha Hwy, Honolulu, HI, 96712). (bp #572698) [tmk: 58004072] 58-292/a kamehameha hwy - william d. and christine pringle - new second one-story (1 bedroom) single-family dwelling. (8/29/05 submitted as-buit flood elevation certificate)

*No active license on file. If you are William D Pringle, log in and update your license info in the “Edit Profile” tab.

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PEI

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Paumalu Electric Inc

ALERT

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5.0 Electrical projects

727.0 Other projects

Notable project: (Electrical work solar photovoltaic installation. 54 Hauula Homestead Rd, Hauula, HI, 96717). (bp #782932) [tmk: 54005008] 54-136 b hauula homestead road (2nd dwelling) barbara s. s. wong - new solar photovoltaic system photovoltaic manufactured & model no.: sw280w mono count: 15; inverter manufactured & model no.: enphase energy m250 count: 15 # of photovoltaic circuits: 1... (more)

*No active license on file. If you are Paumalu Electric Inc, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

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Shore Electrical Service

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Notable project: (New building electrical work solar plumbing work fence. 58-189 Napoonala Pl, Haleiwa, HI, 96712). (bp #728035) [tmk: 58006044] eric tema - new two-story single-family dwelling with new solar water system and new detached storage shed on existing vacant land. new fences and gates at front of property. 2013/ibp05326 ** 12.10.13 -- submitted revised sets to change layout of... (more)

*No active license on file. If you are Shore Electrical Service, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

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