Team

Chad Hilweh, Owner and General Contractor, has over 15+ years of experience in the construction industry and has lived in Oahu for over 34 years. He has managed and self-performed various construction and design build projects including remodeling and ground-up development of residential homes and commercial buildings. 

 

Credentials: Lead Certified, Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist, Licensed, Bonded, and Insured.

 

Education: Bachelors of Science, University of Manoa

 

Hometown: Kaaawa, Hawaii

 

Past Projects: 18 homes in Kaneohe. 6 Homes in Kahuku. Custom home in Olomana Heights. 30,000 Sq.Ft of office space in Kapolei. Veterinarian Clinic in Mililani. Multiple condo renovations. Multiple residential home repairs and renovations. Residential additions.

 

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“I tell the truth because it’s the right thing to do and easier to remember. During my time working in construction, I realized that many homeowners had trust issues when it came to their contractor. When I started Hilweh Builders, I wanted to change this so I keep it simple - I tell the truth. Does this mean I lose jobs? Yes, absolutely. Because I don’t bid unusually low and hit homeowners hard with change orders just to win the job or cut corners. Instead, I speak honestly. I believe that by being honest and transparent that the right customers will value our services and hire us to do the job.”

Liana is a Certified Public Accountant and has been involved in accounting and tax industry since 2007. She developed skills working as a Tax Manager at Moss Adams LLP in Washington State. She also has served as a Corporate Controller for a large construction company and was the Managing Director at Hawaii Accounting LLC for over 5 years.

 

At Hilweh Builders, Liana helps drive customer success by ensuring projects stay on budget – bringing confidence to customers knowing that communication and accurate figures are at top of our priority list.

 

Liana is also an integral part of our website, social media and marketing.

 

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Tamatea "Tama", born and raised between Tahiti and Moorea, now calls Oʻahu home. As a skilled carpenter with Hilweh Builders, he plays a vital role in bringing projects to life from setup and demo to construction, final touches, and overall flawless execution of our remodeling and construction projects. Tamatea ensures every task is completed with precision, quality, and professionalism - all values that align seamlessly with Hilweh Builders’ ALOHA Values. Clients can expect to see his friendly face on their job sites, helping make their visions a reality.

 

Beyond his carpentry work, Tamatea channels his passion for design through his business, Tepa Visual, where he offers 3D modeling and rendering services. His love for both building and art shines in every photorealistic visualization he creates, helping clients bring their ideas to life.

 

When he’s not working, Tamatea enjoys surfing, spending time at the beach with his wife, or celebrating Polynesian culture through activities like weaving, fire knife dancing, and coconut tree climbing.