The CV Construction blog

Practical guides for Oahu homeowners on permits, condo rules, flooring for Hawaii humidity, kitchen and bath remodels and ADUs — from a licensed Hawaii contractor.

• Do You Need a Building Permit to Remodel in Honolulu? — Which Oahu remodels need a building permit, which usually don't, who pulls it, and why skipping one can cost you when you sell. A plain-English guide.
• Best Flooring for Hawaii Humidity: LVP, Laminate, Wood or Tile? — How waterproof vinyl plank, laminate, engineered wood and tile hold up to Oahu humidity, sand and termites — and how to choose for your home or rental.
• Condo Renovation on Oahu: Getting Your AOAO Approval Right — What Oahu condo associations usually ask for before a remodel — alteration requests, sound underlayment, work hours, insurance — and how to keep approval smooth.
• Building an ADU on Oahu: What to Figure Out First — Thinking about an accessory dwelling unit in Honolulu? The questions to answer first — zoning, lot size, utilities, parking, permits and budget planning.