1st Choice Development
1st Choice Development
1st Choice Development is a home builder based in Orange, California, specializing in fire rebuilds in Altadena and Pacific Palisades. Its fire rebuilds use materials and assemblies rated for up to four hours of fire resistance.
Business Highlights
- The company lists CSLB number 576474.
- It says it is fully licensed and insured.
- It provides workmanship warranties and manufacturer warranties on materials and installed systems.
Service Area
Altadena, Pacific Palisades and Southern California.
Featured Local Business
1st Choice Development is one of 5 home builders ProsGrade lists in Orange, California.
3 services listed: Fire-recovery home rebuilds, Custom home design-build and Accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Open Monday to Saturday. Rated 4.5 from 26 reviews.
- Verified listing details
- Service information
- Customer review signals
- Photo gallery
- Public contact information
- Published local profile
How This Business Compares
How 1st Choice Development compares with the other 4 home builders on ProsGrade in Orange, using public Google ratings and review counts.
- Ranks in the top half of the 5 Orange home builders on ProsGrade by Google rating and review volume.
- Has the most Google reviews (26) of the 5 Orange home builders on ProsGrade.
Services Covered
3 services- Fire-recovery home rebuildsInsurance-adjuster coordination; like-for-like rebuilds or layout changes subject to current codes; fire-resistant assemblies rated for up to four hours.
- Custom home design-buildArchitectural plans, design selections and construction management.
- Accessory dwelling units (ADUs)Styles for parents, guests, a home office or rental income.
Reviews
What customers say
Reviewers praise the team's communication and responsiveness, and several describe the work as timely or quick. One customer particularly valued Quinton's regular check-ins on an ADU-property project involving drainage, concrete, landscaping and a shed.
Customer Reviews
Seema Shah-Fairbank
Christina Kasper
Jodie Thomas
Nathan Santos
Write a Review
Share your experience with this business. Reviews are moderated before they appear publicly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a 1st Choice Development rebuild take?
The expected timeline is 8–10 months after permits are approved, with timing affected by home size, permitting and material availability.
How does 1st Choice Development structure payments?
Payments follow agreed-upon phases tied to construction milestones.
What if 1st Choice Development finds additional damage?
The team documents hidden damage and coordinates with the insurance provider before proceeding.
What options does 1st Choice Development discuss if insurance falls short?
It reviews the estimate and discusses options such as value engineering, financing solutions or phased upgrades.
Can 1st Choice Development add an ADU to a rebuild?
An ADU may be possible depending on the property, zoning, lot size and local regulations.








