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

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

How important is contractor licensing in Alaska?

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 Alaska

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 Alaska

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 Alaska?

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

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OCS

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Ohana Control Systems Inc

BZ SCORE: 113

7.0 New constructions

153.0 Other projects

Notable project: (Electrical work. 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96814). (bp #767702) [tmk: 23008001 23008002 23008003] (1/27) neal blaisdell center arena -- fire alarm replacement. c&c dept. design & construction. project no:v-07-14-c

FLC

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Fu Long Construction Inc

BZ SCORE: 112

31.0 New constructions

3.0 Multi-room remodels

Notable project: (Electrical work addition plumbing work alteration. 121 Forest Ridge Way, Honolulu, HI, 96822). (bp# 771704) [tmk: 25016023] zhao's residence - addition & alteration to ex.sfd. 1st floor: relocate/renovate;ex. kitchen and bathroom. new bedroom. 2nd floor: relocate/renovate ex. bathroom. new bathroom and covered lanai @ rear of 2nd floor. ** 01/29/16 rcvd new dwgs to revise... (more)

STC

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S. Tanaka Construction

BZ SCORE: 112

27.0 New constructions

877.0 Other projects

Notable project: (New building electrical work solar plumbing work fence retaining wall. 1821 Lanakila Ave, 0516, Honolulu, HI, 96817). (bp #762605) [tmk: 17041021] raquel -- new single family dwelling. new 6 max ht retaining wall at right side of dwelling new 3 max ht chain-link fence on new 3 max ht retaining wall at front-right and right side of property new 4 max ht chain-link fence on new... (more)

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Acumen Builders

BZ SCORE: 95

Since 1992, Acumen Builders has been building and renovating homes and businesses on the premise that quality and beauty comes in many different styles. We value the uniqueness of each project and demonstrate respect for the goals, budget, design and schedule of our clients. We offer full contracting services for Residential and Commercial Projects!

VCC

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Vertical Construction Corporation

BZ SCORE: 111

197.0 New constructions

4467.0 Other projects

Notable project: (Electrical work plumbing work fence. 409 Kailua Rd, Bldg C, Kailua, HI, 96734). (bp #775652) [tmk: 603021 603023 603026] ka malanai phase 2 --site work to include; trash enclosures fences driveway parking lot lights and landscape irrigation. [third party review] [former tmk: 42001037 42001035 42001036] ***8/9/17 approved revised plans to show correct locations of fire alarm... (more)

MAB

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Mercy A Builders Inc

BZ SCORE: 110

8.0 Home additions

74.0 Other projects

Notable project: (Electrical work addition plumbing work alteration fence retaining wall. 703 Ululani St, Kailua, HI, 96734). (bp #778476) [tmk: 42045040] asinsin hoopii kaniho residence - addition/alteration to existing single family dwelling remove and replace existing 6 max height fence at left of property new 6 max height retaining wall at left of property

DPI

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DeBiasi Pacific Inc

BZ SCORE: 110

5.0 New constructions

201.0 Other projects

DeBiasi Pacific has designed and built swimming pools, spas, and beautiful gardens at recreational and resort facilities throughout Hawaii and the Pacific since 1983. Now we bring this expertise to your project, transforming outdoor spaces into private boutique resorts. We’ll help you draw up a budget and work within it to create a perfect outdoor environment you absolutely can’t wait to come... (more)

PDI

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Pro Design Inc

BZ SCORE: 110

3.0 Home additions

94.0 Other projects

Notable project: (1708 Auiki St, Honolulu, HI, 96819). (bp #656079) [tmk: 12006022] pro designs inc. - changing use from storage warehouse to fabricating or assembly of signs (2009/ibp10883)

ACI

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Atlas Construction Inc

BZ SCORE: 110

31.0 Home additions

4.0 Multi-room remodels

Notable project: (Electrical work addition plumbing work alteration air conditioning. 3953 Niele Pl, Honolulu, HI, 96816). (bp #756094) [tmk: 33022060] carey okimoto - 2nd floor: new lanai addition at front pantry replace plumbing fixtures and replace shower in bathroom #2. 1st floor: replace split air conditioning interior alteration. replace front left crm wall with 4'.0 crm wall. replace ex.... (more)

JKI

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J. Kadowaki, Inc

BZ SCORE: 109

495.0 Total projects

Notable project: (Building permit. 80 Mahalani St, Wailuku, HI, 96793). Project: kaiser permanente wailuku asc. now occupied as: x-ray room (fluoroscopy) to be occupied as: x-ray room (fluoroscopy). scope: interior work. no special inspections required sb

BCL

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Building Concepts LLC

BZ SCORE: 109

(1 review)

Notable project: (Electrical work addition plumbing work alteration air conditioning fence. 47-339 Hui Koloa Pl, Kaneohe, HI, 96744). (bp #759414) [tmk: 47052009] ibara--addition alteration to a two story single family dwelling. 1st floor; new wet bar bedroom and bathroom. new 5'.0 chainlink fence @ rear of property new 5'.0"chainlink gate @ rear of ex. single family dwelling. new 5'.0 wooden... (more)

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Yi-sun Chiu

BZ SCORE: 109

Notable project: (New building, electrical work, solar, plumbing work, fire sprinkler, fence. 4158 Puu Panini Ave, Apt C, Honolulu, HI, 96816). New two story sfd, new 6' ht metal fence at front-left (corner) of property, (4) 5'-6" ht mangate at left of property and 20'-0" driveway approach.

DFB

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Dave Foster Builders Inc

BZ SCORE: 109

291.0 Total projects

Notable project: (Electrical work fire alarm plumbing work alteration fire sprinkler air conditioning. 2330 Kalakaua Ave, Ste 176, Honolulu, HI, 96815). (bp #787490) [tmk: 26022036 26022037 26022038 26022039 26022043] bcbg max azria - space #176 @ international market place -- new tenant improvement to existing space [third party review]

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LBI

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Lindemann Brothers Inc

BZ SCORE: 109

238.0 Total projects

Notable project: (Electrical work plumbing work alteration. 2892 Koapaka St, Honolulu, HI, 96819). (bp #697315) [tmk: 11004068] hawaii auto group - alteration to existing showroom sales office building; new entry facade; new ada ramp. ****11/12/13 change ian anderson to lindemann brothers(gen. con) per letter from owner. change professioinal electric to all g electric. change bothelho inc. to... (more)

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Sike Design & Construction LLC

BZ SCORE: 109

Notable project: (Electrical work solar photovoltaic installation. 94-211 Mahapili St, Mililani, HI, 96789). (bp #770356) on-line permit [tmk: 94087049] santos ryan - new solar photovoltaic installation photovoltaic manufactured & model no.: lg lg260s1c-g3; count: 15 inverter manufactured & model no.: enphase m215 microinverter; count: 15 # of photovoltaic circuits: 1

HQC

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Hi Quality Construction LLC

BZ SCORE: 109

10.0 Home additions

21.0 Other projects

GWC

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Great Wall Construction

BZ SCORE: 108

(1 review)

117.0 Total projects

Notable project: (Electrical work solar addition plumbing work alteration fence. 136 Kalalau St, Honolulu, HI, 96825). (bp #762498) [tmk: 39022030] lau residence - new 6'.0 cmu wall/fence @ mid right left and front w gates. main floor; alterations. new addition w/deck on top and @ front family room 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom and wet bar. ++++ 3/31/5 change elect'l plumber lau kai k. to y3 contn &... (more)

DTC

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Design Trends Construction, Inc

BZ SCORE: 108

5.0 New constructions

67.0 Other projects

Notable project: (New building electrical work plumbing work. 84-397 Jade St, Waianae, HI, 96792). (bp #554292) [tmk: 84022019] m/m a. adachi - new single family dwelling. **may 4 2004 - change electrical contractor to a's electric (remove k m electrical svc). 6/24/04 revised plan approved to revise foundation post 554292/a). 7/18/04 change plumbing to billy's plumbing

BCI

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Brilliant Construction Inc

BZ SCORE: 108

Notable project: (Electrical work addition plumbing work alteration fence retaining wall. 2338 Makanani Dr, Honolulu, HI, 96817). (bp #791323) [tmk: 16018096] gui huan pan - addition/alteration to existing right side unit of a two-family detached dwelling. new cmu fence/retaining wall new cmu retaining wall and decrease ex crm retaining wall to 6'-0 max ht. 2016/ibp04113

RPC

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Royal Pacific Construction Inc

BZ SCORE: 108

72.0 Total projects

Notable project: (Electrical work addition plumbing work alteration fence. 1929 Houghtailing St, Honolulu, HI, 96817). (bp #727876) [tmk: 16017034] zhi wei xiao - new 2 story addition to convert ex. single family dwelling to a 2 family detached.***5/16/14 approved revised plans to show new water meter and changes in window types amd correct elevations***

REP

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Rha Energy Partners LLC

BZ SCORE: 108

9.0 Total projects

JCL

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Jen Construction LLC

BZ SCORE: 108

5.0 Home additions

56.0 Other projects

Notable project: (Electrical work fire alarm plumbing work alteration air conditioning. 2330 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96815). (bp #787358) [tmk: 26022036 26022037 26022038 26022039 26022043] heritage dedication room @ international market place -- new tenant improvement to existing space [third party review] ***9/1/16 approved fire sprinkler shop drawings w bp#787358/a***

SBN

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Swinerton Builders NW

BZ SCORE: 107

162.0 Total projects

Notable project: (Building permit. 4100 Wailea Alanui Dr, 5, Kihei, HI, 96753). Project fairmont kea lani scope hotel add/alt convert 2 existing tenant spaces (retail and hair salon) to enlarge the existing spa construct addition to the existing spa. remodel and renovate existing spa. other related improvement. additional spaces to occupy island sensation (retail and formerly nell's) and... (more)

RCI

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Rui Construction Inc

BZ SCORE: 107

9.0 Home additions

111.0 Other projects

Notable project: (New building electrical work solar plumbing work air conditioning. 1216 Akipola St, Kailua, HI, 96734). (bp #733215) [tmk: 42095080] jimmy cheng's residence -- new single family dwelling. new 6 max ht fence at front and right of property new 9 max ht cmu wall w 3'-6 max ht as retaining at rear & left of property new terrace retaining wall at rear of dwelling. gates... (more)

TIL

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Titan Industries LLC

BZ SCORE: 107

(1 review)

57.0 Total projects

Notable project: (Electrical work, addition, plumbing work, alteration, air conditioning. 95-198 Aumea Lp, Mililani, HI, 96789). Addition/ alteration to exist sfd, new bath, den, study, covered lanai and relocate laundry. new split air conditioning system. **2/22/13 change of electrical contractor to design electric per authorization letter by general contractor**

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$50-$100K

96816

Office Addition

Project completed by Reunicon

We would like to build a small office (no more than 150 sq ft) as an addition or by converting our storage outside into an office.

96813

Residential

Bathroom Remodel and AC Replacement

Projects: Demo two bathrooms down to the studs, and replace and update everything. I’ve provided support and agreed that we should standardize and deploy turnkey replacement products across all our properties. Our priorities remain 1) safety first and 2) doing it right the first time. The unit is on the 9th floor, approximately 1,200 sq. ft., with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Bath #1 (near the kitchen) measures 76" x 95", and Bath #2 measures 58" x 91". Also, the AC unit was serviced by a local asset in July, but issues remain—it likely needs repair or possibly replacement. Please let me know if this is something you can assist with. Thank you!

$250-$500K

96813

Residential

Demolition and House Rebuild

We envision our home as a three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath, open-concept layout. It includes a driveway leading to the main two floors, which are constructed with cement, including cement walls on the upper level. Due to heavy rain, much of the structure has come down. Our property sits on a hillside with Blue Rock, making it a three-story home with a total height of approximately 30 feet. If you're interested, please feel free to contact me. Thank you!

$20-$50K

96821

Residential

Bathroom Remodel

The 1st house built in Aina Haina needs lots of love. We live here, so we need to fix it while living here. I want to gut out the kitchen and make it into a master bedroom. The laundry room that’s on the backside of the kitchen, I want to make into a bathroom. Eventually add a kitchen in the indoor patio. Renovate a gutted bathroom. Please let me know if this is something you can assist with. Thank you!

$1-$5K

96815

Residential

Bathroom Remodel

The bathroom needs upgrading. Painting (textured) toilet replacement, cabinet replacement. Medicine cabinet. Vanity light fixture. Possibly floor tile in shower replaced. Walls need sanding and mudding for texturizing. The bathroom is 48 x 70. Please let me know if this is something you can assist with. Thank you!

96815

Residential

Bathroom Remodel

96816

Residential

Multi-Room Remodel

New kitchen counter and sink new bathroom basin w/ new hot and cold water lines. Remodel shower and install new hot and cold lines, new wash basin installation. If you are interested in this project, please reach out. Thank you!

96825

Residential

Bathroom Remodel

-Master bathroom renovation -Replace tub with floor shower -Replace flooring -Fix drywall as needed, etc -Replace door -Small bathroom If you are interested in this project, please reach out. Thank you!

$5-$20K

96815

Residential

Bathroom Remodel

Upgrading one small shower and replace or change bath tub to shower in the Master bedroom side.change vanities in both bathrooms. If you are interested in this project, please reach out. Thank you!

$5-$20K

96822

Residential

Bathroom Remodel

-Replace existing shower with new cultured marble -Replace flooring -Maybe install new backsplash If you are interested in this project, please reach out. Thank you!

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