Once the wildfires in Lahaina were extinguished, the devastation was evident. So many Maui people had lost their homes, belongings, businesses – everything. But in the midst of these ashes, Hawaii citizens already knew Maui will rebuild. Though an estimated 2,200 destroyed structures were from Lahaina’s historical whaling and sugar industry days, sadly 86% of the destroyed structures were residential homes and dwellings.
The Task Before Us
Preliminary estimates from Maui County for rebuilding the city put the cost at $5.5 billion and likely will take many years to complete. In the meantime, displaced survivors are working to find ways to rebuild from the ashes for themselves, their ohana (families), their community, and the entire Valley Isle. Maui residents, Hawaii citizens, and citizens across the entire country are stepping up to aid in whatever way they can for our 50th state.
The fires destroyed buildings, but not our “kaiaulu” which means community in hawaiian. From restoring the power grid to include solar and other alternative energy, to rebuilding homes, businesses, and community centers that welcomed everyone, we will get there. In time, Maui and Lahaina will rebuild and return to the center of the Hawaiian culture that locals and visitors alike have come to love.
Pro Draft Offers Discounted Services For Fire Victims
Even though our little town of Paia was undamaged by the fires, we feel for our neighbors and want to help. Like everyone on Maui, Pro Draft owner Robert Robertson was heartbroken. The Pro Draft family stands ready to help rebuild homes, businesses, and the community.
Pro Draft is offering discounts to those who are rebuilding after the fires. Our Paia-based team of architects, structural engineers, and draftsmen can provide fire repair plans and help expedite the permits for these projects. Our standard turn-around for plan completion is 2-4 weeks.
As Maui residents ourselves, we are committed to rebuilding Lahaina and the areas affected by the wildfire. We are commited to keeping Maui “No Ka’Oi” meaning The Best!
When you’re ready, call or text our main office number (808-579-9050) with your project information, and we work to help you as quickly as possible. Include your name, phone number, e-mail, and project address. You can also email us at FireRepair@prodraft.net.
Additional Resources
We’re always happy to help with a phone call when we can. Also our page called Getting Started provides info on Costs & Services as well as resources such as Hawaii Building Industry Resources.
Our website now has another page just for resources related to the Maui fires – which may help if your Lahaina home, business, or other structure was damaged or destroyed in the fires.
The page includes:
• Where to find information on your property and dwellings
• Where to find plans for your home or business
• Information on Maui’s permitting process
• How to apply for state and federal assistance, including FEMA, Disaster Counseling Services, and Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA)
Whether you’re rebuilding a small, sustainable home with an accessory dwelling unit (ADU or ohana) or a larger home or building, Pro Draft’s team stands ready to help you rebuild.
Let Pro Draft Design Your Next Building Project
Pro Draft has been helping people build in Maui for 30 years. We can help with architecture, drawings, blueprints, and permits, and answer all your questions before the first day of construction. We’re happy to help and will work to ensure your project is exactly the way you envision. There are challenges ahead for areas of Maui and Pro Draft has the skills and experience to help. We are confident that Maui will rebuild and we look forward to being a part of our island’s recovery.
Call Pro Draft today at (808) 579-9050 or 1-800-499-4699 from the Mainland
