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Dreamworx Renovations LLC
4125 East Barber Station Way
5.00(
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Dreamworx Renovations LLC
4125 East Barber Station Way
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
228 local quotes requested

Experience the excellence of DreamWorx Renovations, your go-to choice for home remodeling and renovations. With over 30 years of delivering happiness to our customers, we uphold the highest industry standards and work with the best professionals to ensure your complete satisfaction.

Experience the excellence of DreamWorx Renovations, your go-to choice for home remodeling and renovations. With over 30 years of delivering happiness to our customers, we uphold the highest industry standards and work with the best professionals to ensure your complete satisfaction.


Force Builders
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Force Builders
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95 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

General Contractor. LIC # CT36959 16+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

General Contractor. LIC # CT36959 16+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!


Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021


Systems Hawaii LLC
PO BOX 1367
No reviews
Systems Hawaii LLC
PO BOX 1367
No reviews
37 years of experience

Licensed General Contractor

Licensed General Contractor


Finish Carpentry Services Ltd.
1082 Kehau Place
No reviews
Finish Carpentry Services Ltd.
1082 Kehau Place
No reviews
18 years of experience

23 year Maui resident, 12 year Union #745 finish carpenter Cabinet Manufacture experience, kitchen and bath remodel specialist, excellent local references

23 year Maui resident, 12 year Union #745 finish carpenter Cabinet Manufacture experience, kitchen and bath remodel specialist, excellent local references


Bendell Builders
104 Kupuna St
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Bendell Builders
104 Kupuna St
No reviews
29 years of experience

I am a licenced contractor and perform most of the work myself. I work on a proposal basis but also do hourly work depending on the work involved.

I am a licenced contractor and perform most of the work myself. I work on a proposal basis but also do hourly work depending on the work involved.


Hawaii Home Makeover
115 Miner Pl
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Hawaii Home Makeover
115 Miner Pl
No reviews
18 years of experience

We offer a variety of rotting wood replacement and home refacing services. Our jobs range from small corrective fixes to complete homefront makeovers. We provide a wide array of solutions to fit a client's particular needs.

We offer a variety of rotting wood replacement and home refacing services. Our jobs range from small corrective fixes to complete homefront makeovers. We provide a wide array of solutions to fit a client's particular needs.


Jolly Good Fellow
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Jolly Good Fellow
No reviews
Free onsite estimate

Wailea Interiors and Remodeling
PO Box 2255
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Wailea Interiors and Remodeling
PO Box 2255
No reviews
17 years of experience

Our major business is Renovations or Homes and Condos. Kitchens and Baths and as extensive as completely gutting homes and condos and starting all over again. We can move walls, make room additions, remove or drop ceilings, change tub enclosures to spacious showers, tile floors & showers, custom wood cabinets in exotic woods or budget facing of old cabinets. You name it we do it all. We are "unique" in this. Very few contractors offer "everything"

Our major business is Renovations or Homes and Condos. Kitchens and Baths and as extensive as completely gutting homes and condos and starting all over again. We can move walls, make room additions, remove or drop ceilings, change tub enclosures to spacious showers, tile floors & showers, custom wood cabinets in exotic woods or budget facing of old cabinets. You name it we do it all. We are "unique" in this. Very few contractors offer "everything"


Scott Karli Stone & Tile Inc.
2180 Auina Place
No reviews
Scott Karli Stone & Tile Inc.
2180 Auina Place
No reviews
26 years of experience

We install porcelain, stone and glass tiles. On virtually any type of project. Pools, floors, showers, etc. I employ 5 longterm guys who have exceptional skills. I dont sub out any work that is tile related. I do use licensed plumbers and electritians for any needed work in their field. I am fully licensed and insured ct-30000. I always give free consultations and estimates. I can help with purchasing and design of project. any member who states they are from angies list will receive 20% off any job upto 1000.00 dollars off!! Our craftmanship is truly unique, details are totally thought out and executed. All our work comes with a 3 year warranty. I have excellent references that would be more than happy to show you my work in their home. Please call for details. Aloha Scott Karli

We install porcelain, stone and glass tiles. On virtually any type of project. Pools, floors, showers, etc. I employ 5 longterm guys who have exceptional skills. I dont sub out any work that is tile related. I do use licensed plumbers and electritians for any needed work in their field. I am fully licensed and insured ct-30000. I always give free consultations and estimates. I can help with purchasing and design of project. any member who states they are from angies list will receive 20% off any job upto 1000.00 dollars off!! Our craftmanship is truly unique, details are totally thought out and executed. All our work comes with a 3 year warranty. I have excellent references that would be more than happy to show you my work in their home. Please call for details. Aloha Scott Karli

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Second story addition building services FAQs

Converting a vaulted ceiling into a second floor requires three to six months from planning to completion. The process begins with several weeks of design and engineering, followed by permit applications, which vary in processing time by location. 

Construction itself spans several months, including framing, systems installation, and finishing work. Weather conditions, contractor availability, and inspection schedules can all influence your project timeline.

Several factors could make your conversion challenging or impossible. Inadequate roof support structures, insufficient foundation capacity, or problematic truss configurations might require prohibitively expensive modifications. 

Some homes lack the minimum ceiling height (12 feet at the lowest point) needed for functional second-floor spaces. Building code restrictions in your area might also limit conversion possibilities, particularly in historic districts or homes with specific architectural designations.

Begin with professional assessments from both an architect and a structural engineer who will evaluate your home's specific characteristics. They'll examine existing framing, measure available headroom, assess load-bearing capacity, and identify potential obstacles like HVAC ducts or plumbing vents. 

These experts will also review local building codes to determine feasibility. Their preliminary analysis provides crucial information about structural requirements and potential limitations before you commit to the project.

Whether you'll need temporary housing depends on several factors, including the project's scope and your tolerance for construction disruption. Major structural work creates significant noise, dust, and potential utility interruptions that many families find challenging to live with. Safety concerns may also arise during certain construction phases. 

Some homeowners successfully remain by isolating the construction zone and establishing clear work schedules. Discuss living arrangements with your contractor early in the planning process to make informed decisions.

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