Paragon serves Ocean, Monmouth, Middlesex & Burlington Counties and the Jersey Shore, NJ.
Paragon serves Ocean, Monmouth, Middlesex & Burlington Counties and the Jersey Shore, NJ. Paragon Exteriors is registered as a New Jersey home-improvement contractor (NJ HIC #13VH13814500). Ask for the current insurance certificate and any trade-license attribution required for the proposed scope. Work is phased in daily watertight sections, so your building stays open and your tenants stay dry from tear-off to final walk-through.
TPO vs. EPDM: the two membranes that own NJ flat roofs
| TPO (thermoplastic) | EPDM (rubber) | |
|---|---|---|
| Surface | White, reflective — cuts summer AC costs | Black — absorbs heat, sheds snowmelt faster |
| Seams | Heat-welded into one monolithic sheet | Adhered/taped — proven and easy to service |
| Typical service life | 20–30 years | 25–30+ years |
| Strongest fit | Conditioned retail, office, restaurants | HOAs, storage, unconditioned buildings |
| Installed cost | $7–$14/sq ft with tear-off | Similar range, often the lower end |
Neither membrane “wins” — the right call depends on your deck, the insulation thickness current NJ energy code requires, how much rooftop equipment we’re flashing around, and how long you plan to hold the building. If the existing membrane is sound but tired, a restoration coating can buy 10–15 more years for a fraction of replacement cost — we’ll tell you plainly which category your roof falls in. The full decision framework is in our flat and commercial roof options guide.
Roofing occupied buildings without shutting them down
Most of our commercial work happens over open stores, working offices, and occupied condos. The job plan reflects that:
- Roof replacement schedule confirmed in writing before installation.
- Staging that respects your customers — dumpster and material placement away from entrances, walkways, and prime parking
- Hours that fit yours — early starts, and loud phases scheduled around a restaurant’s lunch rush or a medical office’s patient hours
- Rooftop equipment handled properly — HVAC curbs, vents, and penetrations flashed correctly, with coordination with your mechanical contractor when units need lifting
- Written site plan — access, communication, documentation, repair authorization, and insurance-certificate requirements are defined before mobilization.
The person reviewing your building isn’t a salesman with an iPad. Paragon is an owner-led New Jersey contractor with more than 30 years of construction experience.
Salt air, ponding, and nor’easter uplift
Flat roofs at the Shore fail differently than inland ones. Uplift during a nor’easter concentrates at corners and perimeter edge metal — so that’s where we tighten the fastening spec on coastal buildings. Salt air eats bargain-grade terminations and rooftop-unit flashings early, so metal choice matters more here than the catalog suggests. And because coastal storms arrive in clusters, tapered insulation and clear drainage paths aren’t optional — standing water after the third storm in ten days is how a small seam problem becomes an interior claim. More on how we detail coastal roofs against storm cycles: nor’easter protection guide.
Maintenance programs: cheap insurance on a five-figure asset
A written commercial maintenance agreement can define inspection scope, visit frequency, documentation, repair authorization, and response priorities for the property.
- Scheduled condition checks — the visit frequency and inspection scope are stated in the agreement
- Drainage review — drains, scuppers, and gutters are checked so water can leave the roof
- Seams and flashings — observed defects and any authorized repairs are documented
- Written findings — report format, photographs, and delivery timing are defined before service begins
- Response priorities — active-leak authorization and scheduling terms are stated in writing
Repairs, leaks, and storm claims
Commercial leak repairs can address membrane punctures, seam failures, drains, and flashing defects. When storm damage is suspected, Paragon can photograph observed conditions and provide an itemized roofing scope. The insurer determines coverage, claim scope, and payment under the policy. Review our roof-repair services and storm-damage documentation process.
Get a number your board can budget against
Commercial roofing decisions run through boards, owners, and budget cycles, so the estimate must be specific to the building. Paragon provides a free, itemized scope. Current third-party financing options may be available, subject to lender disclosures, terms, and approval. Paragon is not a lender and does not guarantee approval or a particular payment. Review financing information or request an estimate.
Project planning guide
Answers for planning your project
How to choose a good commercial roofing contractor
Compare contractors on the exact roof system and building conditions: NJ registration and insurance, manufacturer familiarity, drainage and edge details, occupied-building plan, safety controls, warranty responsibilities, inspection documentation, and an itemized scope. A low bid that omits wet-insulation testing, deck repairs, penetrations, or disposal is not the same project.
How much does a commercial roof inspection cost?
A basic visual assessment may be complimentary when tied to a repair proposal, while a paid documented inspection can include measured roof areas, membrane and flashing observations, drainage review, moisture investigation, photographs, core samples, and a written capital plan. Price depends on roof area, height, access, number of sections, safety setup, testing, and deliverables; define the report before comparing fees.
Flat roof repair before replacement
Isolated seam, flashing, drain, puncture, or penetration failures can often be repaired when the surrounding membrane and insulation remain serviceable. Repeated leaks, saturated insulation, widespread seam failure, poor drainage, or a roof near the end of its system life can make replacement or restoration the better capital decision. Paragon documents the repair boundary and the conditions that would change it.
Services available for this type of project
- Commercial roofing
- Flat roof repair
A project may combine several of these services. We inspect the property, confirm priorities, and define the work in a written proposal before construction begins.
