St. Louis Residential and Commercial Roofing Services
If you are planning to replace your current roofing, there are many choices available. Before, making a final decision, you should think about your objectives and budget to include the likely future value of your home.
Work With High Quality Professionals
We offer full service such as installing various types of roofs. We also perform all services related to services on apartments, homes, commercial buildings, and condominiums. 1st Choice Construction is committed to offering high-quality service to meet customer satisfaction.
Hiring a reputable construction company will ensure the right roofing and some other benefits are:
- Experienced and qualified professionals offering a free inspection.
- A fair, honest and accurate estimate.
- Work to meet customer satisfaction to 100%.
- The roof work meets the highest standard of the industry as the products used for roofing are excellent and are installed by experienced and qualified professionals.
Shingle Roofs
Installing shingles is highly recommended as it comes in various colors and styles. Here is a list of types of shingle roofs:
Asphalt Shingles
These are the most common forms of roofing used and are also referred to as composition shingles that are normally reinforced using paper or fiberglass.
The positive points of asphalt shingles are they are inexpensive, easy to repair and are available in many styles and colors, besides being fire resistant. These positive features make it very appropriate for residential purposes.
The Negative points are they are not environmentally friendly and are prone to moss and mildew growth, thereby the life span is not over 20 to 30 years.
Wood Shake Shingles
Wood Shake & Shingles- These are manufactured using spruce, cedar or treated pine. They are smooth at the back and have a rough front.
The positive points are they facilitate easy repairing, look light gray in color and blend with the environment. They last for 30-50 years.
The negative points are high maintenance as they easily rot and are not very fire resistant, and can be expensive.
Slate Shingles
Slate shingles are used for upscale properties as it offers a natural look.
The positive points are completely fireproof, low-maintenance, unique natural appearance and last for over 100 years.
The negative points are they are heavy, expensive, need experts for installation as they are easy to break.
Metal Shingles
These shingles are made using tin, steel, copper or aluminum.
The positive points are lightweight, last for 50 years and more, very environmentally friendly, low maintenance and come in various styles and colors.
The negative points are they are tough to be installed and also are expensive based on the metal type.
Clay Tile Shingles
Clay tile shingles are the right roofing options for warmer climates.
The positive points are they are easy to maintain, fireproof and come in a plethora of colors and styles, besides being long lasting.
The negative points are they are heavy, expensive and inclined to breaking.