Helping You Build Your Dream Home — From Planning to Permits to Delivery
Welcome to Argus Building Supply — your locally trusted provider of house packages and building materials. We’re not just another supply yard; we’re your hands-on, start-to-finish partner in home-building. So whether you’re putting up your first home on family land in Kaumana or planning a guesthouse in Puna, we’re here to help you through every step of the journey.
At Argus, we also specialize in home building kits , that make it easier and more affordable to bring your vision to life. From designing your floor plan to organizing your permit paperwork to delivering your materials to your site — we handle it all with the care and reliability of a true neighbor.
Here on the Big Island, we know that building a home comes with unique challenges — from navigating permitting processes to sourcing the right materials for our climate. That’s why our mission is simple: make building your home or structure as smooth and stress-free as possible.
We start by helping you select a home plan that suits your needs and budget. These are thoughtfully designed layouts that are practical, buildable, and easy to customize. If our existing plans don’t quite fit, no problem — we can work from any sketch, idea, or photo to develop a plan just for you.
Once we’ve locked in your plan, we’ll handle the rest:
Construction-ready drawings
Required engineering stamps
Permit processing with the building department
A customized materials list
Timed deliveries to match your construction schedule
We’ve been doing this for years, and we understand how to make it work in places like Pepe‘ekeo, Kea‘au, and Hilo proper. When we say your project is our business, we mean it.
Our specialty is providing SHELL house packages on the Big Island — everything you need to construct your home, cabin, garage, or cottage in one complete, well-organized bundle. These packages include the framing materials, roofing, siding, and more, all relevant to your chosen plan and ready for delivery.
We offer:
Studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, and 4-bedroom packages
Custom packages tailored to your design
Guesthouses and accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
Garage and carport packages
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Beyond full packages, we’re also a trusted source for building materials on the east side of the island. Contractors, homeowners, and DIYers all come to Argus for:
Treated lumber: Hibor, CA-C, ACZA
Construction plywood, CCA treated
Roofing materials
Windows and Sliding Glass doors
Hardwood lumber
Decking and railing supplies
"Argus made it easy for us to build our off-grid cabin in Volcano. They helped with the plan, made changes without hassle, and had everything delivered right on time."
— Kaleo M., Volcano, HI
"I had a rough idea of the home I wanted, and Argus helped me turn it into an actual house plan. The team was patient, professional, and always helpful. I couldn't have done it without them."
— Jessica R., Hilo, HI
These are the kinds of experiences we strive to create. Friendly service. Local expertise. A team that has your back.
We proudly serve communities all across Hawai‘i Island from :Hilo to Kona, Kohala to Kau and everywhere in between.
We’ve worked with homeowners on rain-drenched lots, lava zone parcels, and steep slope builds. We know the terrain, the climate, and the building regulations specific to Hawai‘i County. That local knowledge goes a long way toward making your build faster, smoother, and more affordable.
If you're thinking about building — whether it's your forever home, a rental unit, or a backyard addition — we’d love to hear about it. You can stop by our location in Hilo, give us a call, or request an appointment online. If you already have a sketch or inspiration in mind, bring it with you — we can work from there.
We’ll help you get started with the right plan, give you a detailed materials quote, and explain the next steps in plain terms. No sales pressure. Just good advice and a team that’s ready to help.
Argus Building Supply
107 Makaala Street
Hilo, HI 96720
Phone: (808) 933-9441
Open Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday-Sunday Closed for our family time
Find us right in the heart of Hilo, just minutes from Hawaii Community College and across from the State Highway Department Baseyard.
At Argus Building Supply, we believe that building a home in Hilo shouldn’t be complicated. That's why, with our locally built home building kits in Hilo, HI, complete materials packages, and a friendly team that walks you through the process step-by-step, we make it possible to build smarter, faster, and with more confidence. So whatever project you're planning , we’re here to support you each and every step of the way.
Don't wait any longer: let’s build something great together! Reach out and contact us today — we’re excited to be a part of your journey.