Privacy Policy
Introduction
Effective date: September 30, 2026
First Colonial Construction (“First Colonial,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a construction and remodeling contractor based in Houston, Texas. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect through firstcolonialconstruction.com (the “Website”) and in connection with our services, how we use and share it, and the choices and rights you have.
By using our Website or contacting us, you acknowledge the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
Information We Collect
Information you provide to us. When you request a quote, fill out a contact form, call, or email us, we may collect:
- Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
- Property address and details about your project (type of work, scope, budget, timeline, photos or plans you share)
- Any other information you choose to include in your messages
- If you become a client: contract, billing, and payment information needed to complete your project
Information collected automatically. When you visit the Website, we and our service providers may automatically collect:
- IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system
- Pages viewed, time spent on pages, referring website, and approximate location (city/region)
- Information collected through cookies and similar technologies, as described in our Cookies Policy
Information from third parties. We may receive information about you from referral partners, lead-generation or review platforms, and social media platforms when you interact with our pages.
How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
- Respond to your inquiries and prepare estimates and quotes
- Schedule site visits, plan, and complete your project
- Communicate with you about your project, including updates, invoices, and warranty matters
- Send you information about our services, if you have agreed to receive it (you can opt out at any time)
- Operate, maintain, and improve our Website and understand how visitors use it
- Protect against fraud, spam, and security threats
- Comply with legal obligations, including permit, licensing, tax, and recordkeeping requirements
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share it only as follows:
- Service providers that help us run our business, such as website hosting, analytics, email, scheduling, payment processing, and accounting providers. They may use your information only to perform services for us.
- Subcontractors and suppliers who need your name, property address, and project details to carry out work on your project.
- Permitting authorities, inspectors, and utilities when required to obtain permits or complete your project.
- Legal and safety reasons, when required by law, subpoena, or court order, or to protect our rights, property, or safety or that of others.
- Business transfers, if First Colonial is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
- With your consent, for any other purpose you approve.
Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Website, remember your preferences, and understand how visitors use our site through Google Analytics. Non-essential cookies are used only with your consent, which you can change at any time through the cookie icon on our Website. For details, see our Cookies Policy.
Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy. Inquiry and quote information is generally kept for up to 3 years. Client project, contract, and warranty records are kept for as long as required by law and to support warranty and legal claims.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including encrypted (HTTPS) connections to our Website. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on where you live, including Texas under the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act, you may have the right to:
- Access: confirm whether we process your personal information and obtain a copy of it
- Correct: ask us to fix inaccurate information
- Delete: ask us to delete information you provided or that we obtained about you
- Portability: receive your information in a portable, readily usable format
- Opt out: of targeted advertising, the sale of personal information, and profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects
- Unsubscribe: from marketing emails at any time by using the link in the email
How to make a request. Email us at info@firstcolonialconstruction.com or call (713) 597-3393. We may need to verify your identity before responding. We will respond within 45 days, and may extend that period once by an additional 45 days when reasonably necessary, in which case we will let you know.
Appeals. If we decline your request, you may appeal by replying to our decision with the subject line “Privacy Appeal.” We will respond to your appeal within 60 days. If you are not satisfied with the outcome, you may contact the Texas Attorney General.
We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights.
Children’s Privacy
Our Website and services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
Third-Party Links
Our Website may link to third-party websites and social media pages, such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the effective date at the top of this page. If we make material changes, we may also provide notice on our Website.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
First Colonial Construction 10103 Fondren Rd, Houston, TX 77096 Phone: (713) 597-3393 Email: info@firstcolonialconstruction.com