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  • Writer: Kristy Ford
    Kristy Ford
  • Mar 12
  • 3 min read
Debris removal after Maui Wildfires
Debris removal after Maui Wildfires

Those of us on Maui understand there remains a long road to recovery for Lāhainā after the August 2023 fires.  We’ve done our best to contribute to the cause of cleanup and rebuilding in the most effective ways we can.  


Debris Removal at the Harbor & Home Sites

Through our sister business PB Sullivan Construction, we’ve assisted in debris removal on both land and sea.  With the help of Global Diving and Salvage and American Marine, we used excavators to pull up material from the ocean floor at Lāhainā Harbor and haul it out.  We’ve also helped remove debris from properties, and brought in inert materials to reinforce home sites and shore-up foundations.  




Ikena Emergency Housing Placement

Housing project for Lahaina
Housing project for Lahaina

We were also honored to help with the Ikena Emergency Housing building project, approved by the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, putting 32 temporary homes into place on two separate sites for people displaced by the 2023 fires. This project was a true team effort. HPM provided the homes, T-Sniffen & Sons helped with hauling, Pacific Pile & Crane placed the homes and South Maui Gardens provided the landscaping.



Nonprofit Helps with Removal & Recycling

Clean up continues in Lahaina
Clean up continues in Lahaina

We also wanted to share the story of a nonprofit that’s continuing to make an impact.  In Lahaina, many fire-affected properties that were cleared still have what's known as "ineligible debris" remaining, like concrete slabs, paths and masonry walls. Removal would typically cost thousands of dollars, however All Hands and Hearts has stepped in to help for free, providing community-inspired, volunteer-powered disaster relief. 

"We operate with the philosophy of 'Let Lāhainā lead.' We recognize that this is their recovery and it's important that we are here to listen first and support where we're needed and wanted," says Annie Alvelais, Hawai'i Wildfire Relief Program Director with All Hands and Hearts. "We've coordinated just under 38,5000 volunteer hours to directly support 20,558 people. Our goal is to arrive early and stay late, working alongside communities in their recovery process." 



How Hawai‘i Materials Recycling Plays a Role In Lahaina Clean Up

Removal of concrete from homes lost in the fires
Removal of concrete from homes lost in the fires

So far, volunteers have removed more than 389,000 pounds of debris. Of that, 62,000 pounds have been donated/repurposed and more than 268,000 pounds have been recycled!

It's been our honor to help through Hawai‘i Materials Recycling, providing a significant discount on their concrete recycling and making the process fast and easy for them.

"Aside from the generous discount that has allowed us to save over $2,500, if we had gone directly through the landfill, we would have spent over $14,000 to dispose of the debris," Annie explains. "Every dollar that we save is greatly appreciated, as we can reallocate it to directly support the community. Everyone that we've interacted with has been helpful and at HMR, Avery specifically named Jenny and Mark, the attendant who works at the window, to always be a joy to work with."

All Hands and Hearts is looking for more volunteers if you're interested.  Annie adds that they consider it a massive privilege and honor to be part of this community's recovery.

"We recognize the cultural, historical significance that the town of Lāhainā holds for the people of Maui and Hawai'i as a whole, and there's not a day that we take being here for granted," she says. "We know that this recovery will be a long one, and we are grateful to be welcomed not only into this space but onto people's properties."

 
 
 
  • Writer: Kristy Ford
    Kristy Ford
  • Jun 20, 2024
  • 2 min read

We wanted to take a moment to give our sister business, PB Sullivan Construction, a shout-out!  They've been working really hard for Maui, so we thought we'd let you know a little more about them.


As a full-service construction company on Maui for the last 30 years,  the combination of engineering, construction management and installation expertise make PB Sullivan a leader in its field.  


The business is owned by brothers Pete and Dave Sullivan, who bring diverse, longstanding experience in the construction industry.  PB Sullivan specializes in civil engineering projects with a strong commitment to safety, quality and excellence.  


This trusted, reliable, professional team has an in-depth understanding of Hawaii’s unique environmental, geological and cultural factors, and can handle projects of all sizes with skill and expertise, from residential and commercial developments to infrastructure and renewable energy projects.  The crew has also played an active role in Lāhainā cleanup and harbor debris removal over on our beloved West side.


“We’ve grown over many decades in Hawaiʻi by repeatedly exceeding the expectations of our clients, many of whom return again and again,” says founder Pete Sullivan.  “Our company was founded on the core principles of integrity, family values and pride in a job well done, which remain the driving force behind our business to this day.”


A huge factor in all this is the TEAM effort.  The Sullivans believe their success has come from a dedicated group of hard-working, creative individuals who are talented, passionate and share our values.  And they are looking for more of them!


There’s a range of great positions at PB Sullivan, including engineers, estimators, project managers, heavy equipment operators, grade checkers and laborers.  Along with competitive compensation, employees enjoy paid time off; medical, vision and dental benefits; 401(k) investment plans; supplemental insurance and temporary disability insurance.  There are also opportunities for performance bonuses, employee training, continued education and career growth!  Check out PB Sullivan’s careers page to learn more and apply to join a fantastic team. 



 
 
 
  • Writer: Kristy Ford
    Kristy Ford
  • Feb 25, 2024
  • 1 min read

Here on Maui, recycling isn't only a responsibility...it's a necessity. With limited resources and the landfill continuing to fill up, Hawai‘i Materials Recycling plays a vital role in providing a quality, cost-effective solution for inert products from building and landscaping projects of all sizes.



 
 
 
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