Roofing project

The Cleanup Standard: What to Expect After Your Roofing Project

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…
Rotting wood

It's Not Always the Roof: Why Rotted Wood Might Be Your Biggest Problem

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…
St. Louis storm

Don't Wait Until It's Too Late: The Truth About Storm Damage Claim Deadlines

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…
Roof overview

Common Roof Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction

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…

How a New Roof Sparks a Total Curb Appeal Makeover

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.…
Hail damage on roof

A Storm Date Isn't Enough: What Insurance Companies Really Look for After a Hail Claim

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…

What Goes Into the Cost of a New Roof?

"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…
Strip mall

Managing Roof Replacements for Retail Spaces While Maintaining Business Operations

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…

Where Roof Leaks Start: A Homeowner's Guide to Roof Penetrations

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…
Apartment complex roof

Preparing Your Apartment Complex for Storm Season

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…
Skylight

Roof Flashing and Edge Protection: What Homeowners Need to Know

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…

Spring Is Here, And So Is Storm Season. Is Your Roof Ready?

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…