This author has yet to write their bio.Meanwhile lets just say that we are proud Anna Cox contributed a whooping 15 entries.
Getting a new roof shouldn’t mean sacrificing your landscaping — or spending your weekend hunting for stray nails in the grass. At 1st Choice Roofing and Construction, cleanup isn’t an afterthought tacked on at the end of the job. It’s part of the plan from the moment we arrive. Protecting What’s Already There Before any […]
When people think about roofing companies, they usually picture shingles, storm damage, and full roof replacements. But lately, the team at 1st Choice Roofing and Construction has been fielding a different kind of call — one that’s been climbing steadily: rotted wood. Fascia boards. Soffits. Trim. These are the quiet, unglamorous parts of a roofline […]
If a storm hit your home a year or two ago and you never got around to calling your insurance company, this is your wake-up call. Depending on your policy, right now, today, might be one of the last chances you have to file that claim before the door closes for good. The Countdown You […]
Your roof is one of the most important, and most misunderstood parts of your home. Because most homeowners don’t think about their roof until something goes wrong, a lot of misinformation sticks around, gets repeated, and eventually gets treated as fact. Some of these myths are harmless. Others can lead to expensive mistakes, missed warning […]
It Often Starts With the Roof Most major exterior transformations don’t begin with a homeowner deciding to reinvent their house. They begin with a problem. A spring hailstorm rolls through the St. Louis metro and leaves the shingles bruised. A wind event lifts a few rows along the ridge. Or the roof simply reaches the […]
When hail hits your neighborhood, many homeowners call in a claim and assume the insurance process will be straightforward. After all, there’s a confirmed storm date. What else could the adjuster possibly need? Quite a bit, actually. Here’s a truth most homeowners don’t learn until they’re in the middle of a claim: a storm date […]
“How much does a new roof cost?” It’s one of the most common questions we hear — and one of the hardest to answer without seeing the project first. That’s not a dodge. It’s because roof replacement costs are genuinely shaped by a wide range of variables, and a contractor who quotes you a firm […]
For retail business owners, a deteriorating roof presents a unique dilemma: the roof needs replacement, but closing your doors means lost revenue, disappointed customers, and potential damage to your reputation. The good news is that with careful planning and the right roofing partner, you can complete a commercial roof replacement while keeping your business operational. […]
Your roof isn’t one solid surface. It has several intentional openings built into it. And if you’ve ever had a leak, there’s a good chance it started at one of them. Understanding where those weak points are is the first step to staying ahead of water damage. They’re called roof penetrations, and they exist wherever […]
Storm season doesn’t wait for property managers to get ready — and in April, it’s already here. Multi-family properties have a lot on the line. A proactive approach now keeps units occupied, limits liability, and spares you from the kind of emergency repair bills that escalate fast. Here’s what a proactive storm prep plan looks […]
When most people think about their residential roof, they picture shingles. And while shingles are important, they’re only part of the story. Some of the most critical components of a well-built roof are the ones you barely notice, such as flashing and edge protection. These elements work behind the scenes to keep water out, protect […]
Spring in the St. Louis area means warmer days, blooming trees, and storm season. Sometimes they are major! As the weather shifts, so does the risk of severe weather, including high winds, heavy rain, hail, and even tornadoes that can cause serious damage to your home. Your roof is your first line of defense, and […]
