The article, “Ethical Bidding in Concrete Repair: Protecting Hawaiʻi’s Buildings and Budgets,” was written by our CEO, Joe Miller. The piece explains why concrete repair is one of the most challenging scopes to price accurately in Hawaiʻi and highlights the importance of ethical allowances, transparent communication and contractor experience in occupied buildings. It outlines how underbidding, underestimated repair allowances and hidden change orders can ultimately cost boards far more in the long run. Joe also explains several best-practice strategies for vetting contractors, including confirming bondability, reviewing litigation history and evaluating each contractor’s ability to mobilize safely and efficiently.