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We received extremely good quality workmanship. The employee's used their time management efficiently and communication was outstanding. We would highly recommend them.

I hired Ben and his company to fix my second story deck and what stands out for me the most is Ben and the outstanding men who work for him. First, the General Contractor, Ben, was involved in every aspect of the job and kept me abreast of the job while also recommending areas of importance. His expertise was invaluable as a lot of his initial concerns on the deck have been shown to be true. Both Ben and his men's enthusiasm and love for their job was evident everyday by how they explain what they were doing and the importance on why they were doing it a certain way. They are focused on doing the best job possible. Their work ethics is a reflection of their boss, Ben. When Ben first came out to my home he immediately noted the wood rot on my deck and made it clear he can't determine the extent of the wood rot until they start to remove a couple deck boards to install flashing. He also voiced his concerns how the deck was originally waterproofed and stated how he believes decks such as mine should be done and explained why. He also made some key recommendations to improve the safety of the deck and to make it more efficient such as: 1. He noted the railings of the deck was a safety concern due to the wood rot and how it was installed. 2. He noted how he could divert water to our gutter system in an area where water falls freely which adds to the flooding we get during heavy rain beneath the deck. 3. Because of flooding we get during heavy rain, Ben, extended a portion of my deck by a foot so it overlaps our lower deck which is built on our downward sloping backyard. This is extremely helpful in that the water runoff does not fall directly on our concrete beneath the deck where it pools/floods, but, rather the water now falls onto our lower deck and further down our downward sloping backyard. 4. He recommended sidings to be used underneath the deck to hide the joists. 5. He recommended before he installs the sidings he can cut holes for lighting if I wanted to add lighting. I would've never have thought of these recommendations and am so thankful Ben did.
Other contractors I hired charged more than Ben and their workmanship was no way near the quality of Bens...plus, they did not offer me any recommendations...Ben truly...I mean truly wanted to help me. It was like he was doing this project for his own house with the safety of his own family in mind.
Ben's recommendations totally changed the look and functionality of my home which also immediately increased the value of my home.
Ben basically renewed my faith that there are good contractors out there where you don't have to pay an arm and a leg....I got extremely lucky when I found Ben and his outstanding workers. You simply can not go wrong with Ben!

If you have any questions, email me at "[email protected]"

Very Respectfully and Aloha,

Braden K. Sakai, Brig Gen(ret), USAF

We hired Ben Kahiona@808 Construction to remodel our master bathroom and closet.

From the onset, Ben handled the project professionally and meticulously.

He presented us with a detailed contract outlining what materials will be used, the costs, and a proposed timeline.He also produced a computerized 3D rendering of the project, which really helped us visualized the finished product.

He hired the right individuals with the ability and skills to perform each task and provided detailed instructions to get the job done efficiently.

There were a few challenges, but Ben found a creative way to solve them with minimal cost to us.

Ben worked with us hand in hand in all aspects of the plan and kept us informed along the process.

Ben’s management & problem-solving skills, his attention to details and his ability to motivate his crew, is a reflection of an effective leader.

We would certainly hire him again for future projects and would recommend him to others.

Sincerely,

Maria Nuela Alsleben

"[email protected]"

I am pleased to have the opportunity to write on behalf of Benjamin Kahiona@808 Construction and give my recommendation for him.

It was exactly the right time when I met Ben. My long-term tenant had just vacated my rental property, and upon inspection, it was unfortunate to discover the property had unexpected damages & extreme neglect from the tenant; not to mention simply outdated. Therefore, the dire need of a complete remodel before the capability to successfully list my

1 bedroom/1 bath town home again was required.

Ben listened and understood what I wanted to achieve, and he was very thorough with his plans and intent for the remodel. Everything was timely done, and I was kept informed regularly of each phase of the remodel. I appreciated this aspect since my employment in law enforcement did not always allow me the availability to be present at the rental - thus I developed great trust in Ben. Upon the final walk through of the remodel, the results exceeded my expectations. It was easy to recognize the pride Ben takes in his work. As a result, I was able to lease out my property quickly. The work he did, was and still is amazing.

In closing, the skills and vision he applied to my property remodel can only be the result of great experience in his field of work. I believe he possesses the qualities you seek for your Project.

Best Regards,

Daniel Cruz

"[email protected]"

We recently remodeled our basement and Ben was the supervisor and managed the project.  We were very grateful to have him on the job.

We appreciated his calm demeanor throughout the entire project. Ben thinks outside the box and provided several good suggestions regarding changes to the original scope of what we’d planned that greatly improved the overall look to the basement.  He would clearly explain any workarounds or changes, what that entailed and was generally a solid voice of reason.  He helped us manage realistic expectations, and in the end produced high quality work that wouldn’t have turned out as well without him overseeing the job.

Tami and Parker Dalberg

I don't write many reviews so when I do it is normally because I want to acknowledge good work, and that is why I write this one. Ben had been recommended to us by another owner in our building and we saw the good work that Ben had done for him. Our kitchen remodel presented different challenges but Ben was able to navigate those with seeming ease. He has the experience and talent to perform the job right and deliver a quality finished product. He did such a good job patching and matching ceiling and floor, that I can't even tell where a removed wall used to be, let alone the relocation of the plumbing and electrical lines. At all times we were informed of the progress while we were away, and upon our return he always kept us aware of what needed to be done and when. And his sub-contractors were always courteous and equally talented. Finally and this is big, his attention to detail to reach completion was everything I would want and expect. I would definitely recommend him to anyone planning to remodel or have other work done to their home.

Dear Ben,

I am writing today on behalf of Anne and myself with dual intent.

First, we would like to share our heartfelt thanks for overseeing the completion of our beautiful new bathroom renovation.  Over the course of the 3 ½ months you managed this project for us we came to regard you as friend and extended family.  Your generosity and patience in helping us understand all that was being undertaken both in the contracted work and in contingent projects we initiated and undertook ourselves was immensely appreciated.  You are a splendid teacher.

Beyond this note serving as a thank you we also wanted to provide you with our positive testimonial regarding your work which we hope you will find useful as you engage future clients.

Our project, certainly not the largest you have undertaken, always seemed a singular priority as you oversaw the interim pieces.  Your efforts to engage and oversee the multiple sub-contractors meant that Anne and I easily transferred the trust we had quickly established with you to each of them and that provided confidence throughout.  Your own professional efforts during the work meant that some parts of the work were impacted by your personal craftsmanship and attention to detail, and we will probably treasure those small parts of the larger success most, knowing the care that you took in making them perfect.

Please know that your prodigious efforts on our behalf are most appreciated and we will remain at the ready should you like to offer our names as a reference for any future clients.

With immense gratitude.

Anne and Major Cohen

We received extremely good quality workmanship. The employee's used their time management efficiently and communication was outstanding. We would highly recommend them.

I hired Ben and his company to fix my second story deck and what stands out for me the most is Ben and the outstanding men who work for him. First, the General Contractor, Ben, was involved in every aspect of the job and kept me abreast of the job while also recommending areas of importance. His expertise was invaluable as a lot of his initial concerns on the deck have been shown to be true. Both Ben and his men's enthusiasm and love for their job was evident everyday by how they explain what they were doing and the importance on why they were doing it a certain way. They are focused on doing the best job possible. Their work ethics is a reflection of their boss, Ben. When Ben first came out to my home he immediately noted the wood rot on my deck and made it clear he can't determine the extent of the wood rot until they start to remove a couple deck boards to install flashing. He also voiced his concerns how the deck was originally waterproofed and stated how he believes decks such as mine should be done and explained why. He also made some key recommendations to improve the safety of the deck and to make it more efficient such as: 1. He noted the railings of the deck was a safety concern due to the wood rot and how it was installed. 2. He noted how he could divert water to our gutter system in an area where water falls freely which adds to the flooding we get during heavy rain beneath the deck. 3. Because of flooding we get during heavy rain, Ben, extended a portion of my deck by a foot so it overlaps our lower deck which is built on our downward sloping backyard. This is extremely helpful in that the water runoff does not fall directly on our concrete beneath the deck where it pools/floods, but, rather the water now falls onto our lower deck and further down our downward sloping backyard. 4. He recommended sidings to be used underneath the deck to hide the joists. 5. He recommended before he installs the sidings he can cut holes for lighting if I wanted to add lighting. I would've never have thought of these recommendations and am so thankful Ben did.
Other contractors I hired charged more than Ben and their workmanship was no way near the quality of Bens...plus, they did not offer me any recommendations...Ben truly...I mean truly wanted to help me. It was like he was doing this project for his own house with the safety of his own family in mind.
Ben's recommendations totally changed the look and functionality of my home which also immediately increased the value of my home.
Ben basically renewed my faith that there are good contractors out there where you don't have to pay an arm and a leg....I got extremely lucky when I found Ben and his outstanding workers. You simply can not go wrong with Ben!

If you have any questions, email me at "[email protected]"

Very Respectfully and Aloha,

Braden K. Sakai, Brig Gen(ret), USAF

We hired Ben Kahiona@808 Construction to remodel our master bathroom and closet.

From the onset, Ben handled the project professionally and meticulously.

He presented us with a detailed contract outlining what materials will be used, the costs, and a proposed timeline.He also produced a computerized 3D rendering of the project, which really helped us visualized the finished product.

He hired the right individuals with the ability and skills to perform each task and provided detailed instructions to get the job done efficiently.

There were a few challenges, but Ben found a creative way to solve them with minimal cost to us.

Ben worked with us hand in hand in all aspects of the plan and kept us informed along the process.

Ben’s management & problem-solving skills, his attention to details and his ability to motivate his crew, is a reflection of an effective leader.

We would certainly hire him again for future projects and would recommend him to others.

Sincerely,

Maria Nuela Alsleben

"[email protected]"

I am pleased to have the opportunity to write on behalf of Benjamin Kahiona@808 Construction and give my recommendation for him.

It was exactly the right time when I met Ben. My long-term tenant had just vacated my rental property, and upon inspection, it was unfortunate to discover the property had unexpected damages & extreme neglect from the tenant; not to mention simply outdated. Therefore, the dire need of a complete remodel before the capability to successfully list my

1 bedroom/1 bath town home again was required.

Ben listened and understood what I wanted to achieve, and he was very thorough with his plans and intent for the remodel. Everything was timely done, and I was kept informed regularly of each phase of the remodel. I appreciated this aspect since my employment in law enforcement did not always allow me the availability to be present at the rental - thus I developed great trust in Ben. Upon the final walk through of the remodel, the results exceeded my expectations. It was easy to recognize the pride Ben takes in his work. As a result, I was able to lease out my property quickly. The work he did, was and still is amazing.

In closing, the skills and vision he applied to my property remodel can only be the result of great experience in his field of work. I believe he possesses the qualities you seek for your Project.

Best Regards,

Daniel Cruz

"[email protected]"

We recently remodeled our basement and Ben was the supervisor and managed the project.  We were very grateful to have him on the job.

We appreciated his calm demeanor throughout the entire project. Ben thinks outside the box and provided several good suggestions regarding changes to the original scope of what we’d planned that greatly improved the overall look to the basement.  He would clearly explain any workarounds or changes, what that entailed and was generally a solid voice of reason.  He helped us manage realistic expectations, and in the end produced high quality work that wouldn’t have turned out as well without him overseeing the job.

Tami and Parker Dalberg

I don't write many reviews so when I do it is normally because I want to acknowledge good work, and that is why I write this one. Ben had been recommended to us by another owner in our building and we saw the good work that Ben had done for him. Our kitchen remodel presented different challenges but Ben was able to navigate those with seeming ease. He has the experience and talent to perform the job right and deliver a quality finished product. He did such a good job patching and matching ceiling and floor, that I can't even tell where a removed wall used to be, let alone the relocation of the plumbing and electrical lines. At all times we were informed of the progress while we were away, and upon our return he always kept us aware of what needed to be done and when. And his sub-contractors were always courteous and equally talented. Finally and this is big, his attention to detail to reach completion was everything I would want and expect. I would definitely recommend him to anyone planning to remodel or have other work done to their home.

Dear Ben,

I am writing today on behalf of Anne and myself with dual intent.

First, we would like to share our heartfelt thanks for overseeing the completion of our beautiful new bathroom renovation.  Over the course of the 3 ½ months you managed this project for us we came to regard you as friend and extended family.  Your generosity and patience in helping us understand all that was being undertaken both in the contracted work and in contingent projects we initiated and undertook ourselves was immensely appreciated.  You are a splendid teacher.

Beyond this note serving as a thank you we also wanted to provide you with our positive testimonial regarding your work which we hope you will find useful as you engage future clients.

Our project, certainly not the largest you have undertaken, always seemed a singular priority as you oversaw the interim pieces.  Your efforts to engage and oversee the multiple sub-contractors meant that Anne and I easily transferred the trust we had quickly established with you to each of them and that provided confidence throughout.  Your own professional efforts during the work meant that some parts of the work were impacted by your personal craftsmanship and attention to detail, and we will probably treasure those small parts of the larger success most, knowing the care that you took in making them perfect.

Please know that your prodigious efforts on our behalf are most appreciated and we will remain at the ready should you like to offer our names as a reference for any future clients.

With immense gratitude.

Anne and Major Cohen