Paragon Building Products

What Paragon Building Products does

Paragon Building Products, Inc. is a privately held regional manufacturer and supplier of concrete and masonry building materials founded in 1960 and headquartered in Casa Grande, Arizona. The company operates six physical locations across Arizona (Casa Grande, Glendale, Tucson, Kingman), Nevada (Henderson), and California (Norco), serving contractors, architects, and homeowners in the Southwest United States. Its product portfolio spans bagged concrete mixes (rated 2,500-5,500 PSI), Portland and masonry cements, pre-blended mortars, tile-setting systems, Rockwood segmental retaining walls, pavers and stepping stones, wet cast products, stucco and plaster mixes, waterproofing coatings, grouting and anchoring products, bagged sands and aggregates, concrete blocks, brick, and reinforcement products. The company also offers toll blending and shotcrete application services.

The business operates a direct-to-consumer go-to-market model with no identified digital commerce channel; experienced staff at each physical location provide product selection assistance to a horizontally segmented customer base of contractors, architects, and homeowners. Revenue is generated principally through hardware sales of manufactured and distributed concrete/masonry products, with pricing provided on request rather than publicly listed. Sub-brands including Supermix, Kwik-Mix, ParaPaver, Verano Pavers, and partnerships with Rockwood Retaining Wall — plus the new Stone-Like Waterfall Restoration System launch — indicate ongoing product portfolio expansion within a regional rather than national footprint. Underlying technology is conventional cementitious formulation and bagging rather than digital or platform-based; no AI, software, or API surface is disclosed.

The company is independently owned with no parent or institutional investor identified, has 51-100 employees, and shows no evidence of public markets activity, funding rounds, mergers, acquisitions, or recent leadership changes in the available data.

Name

Paragon Building Products

Legal name

Paragon Building Products, Inc.

Website

https://paragonbp.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Paragon Building Products is a privately held regional manufacturer and supplier of concrete and masonry building materials, founded in 1960 and operating six locations across Arizona, Nevada, and California to serve contractors, architects, and homeowners in the Southwest United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Concrete and Masonry Building Materials

NAICS

Other Concrete Product Manufacturing (32739), Concrete Pipe, Brick, and Block Manufacturing (32733), Other Building Material Dealers (44418), Cement and Concrete Product Manufacturing (3273)

SIC

Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270), Concrete Products, Except Block & Brick (3272), Retail-Building Materials, Hardware, Garden Supply (5200), Retail-Lumber & Other Building Materials Dealers (5211)

akta.pro primary industry

Concrete, Cement & Aggregates Retail (Bagged Mix, Sand, Gravel) (CRAIAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Masonry & Hardscapes Retail (Brick, Block, Pavers, Stone) (CRAIAEAF), Adhesives, Sealants, Caulks & Tapes Retail (CRAIADAL)

Keywords

• Concrete products manufacturing
• Masonry building materials
• Cement and mortar products
• Retaining wall systems
• Construction materials supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Norco

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Concrete and Masonry Products Sales: Revenue generated from selling concrete mixes, mortars, cement, block, pavers, retaining walls, tile setting products, and related construction materials to contractors, architects, and homeowners through direct sales at multiple locations.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Paragon Building Products manufactures and supplies a comprehensive range of concrete and masonry building materials, including bagged concrete mixes, mortars, cements, tile-setting systems, segmental retaining walls, pavers, stucco, waterproofing coatings, and pre-cast concrete products. The company also offers toll blending and shotcrete application services. Products are sold directly to contractors, architects, and homeowners through six physical locations across Arizona, Nevada, and California.

Product overview

Paragon Building Products offers a comprehensive portfolio of concrete and masonry building materials manufactured in the Southwest since 1960. The core offering consists of concrete mixes (ranging from 2500-5500 PSI in various bag sizes), cement products (Portland, Plastic, and Masonry Mortar Cement), and pre-blended mortar products for masonry applications. The company provides complete tile setting systems including thinsets, mortars, grouts, and additives, as well as Rockwood segmental retaining wall systems with multiple styles and accessories. Additional product lines include pavers and stepping stones in various styles, wet cast products like splash blocks and pier blocks, stucco and plaster products, waterproofing coatings, grouting/anchoring products, bagged sands and aggregates, concrete blocks/bricks, and reinforcement products. The company also offers toll blending and shotcrete services. Products are distributed through multiple Southwest locations in Arizona, Nevada, and California.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Supermix: Product line including concrete mixes and mortar products
• Kwik-Mix
• ParaPaver
• Verano Pavers
• Rockwood Retaining Wall
• Super-Stik
• Classic Grid 150

Products and services

• Concrete Mixes Bagged concrete mix products in multiple PSI grades and bag sizes sold to contractors and homeowners for general construction applications.
• Mortar Products Pre-blended bagged mortar mixes for masonry, stone veneer, and glass block installation, available in multiple formulations and bag sizes.
• Cement Products Portland, plastic, and masonry mortar cements in bagged form for general construction and masonry applications.
• Tile Setting Products Complete tile installation system including thinsets, mortars, grouts, and additives sold to contractors and homeowners for tile projects.
• Rockwood Retaining Wall Systems Segmental retaining wall block systems and accessories distributed through Paragon Building Products locations for landscape and structural wall construction.
• Pavers and Stepping Stones Concrete pavers and stepping stones in multiple sizes, shapes, and finishes for residential and commercial hardscape applications.
• Wet Cast Products Pre-cast concrete accessories such as splash blocks, pier blocks, and parking bumpers for residential and commercial construction.
• Stucco and Plaster Products Stucco base coats, finish coats, and plaster products for exterior wall finishing applications.
• Surecoat Waterproofing Coating Polymer-modified waterproofing cement coating for waterproofing and decorating concrete, masonry, basements, foundations, and decorative surfaces.
• P-77 Construction Grout Non-shrink, non-metallic structural grout meeting ASTM C 1107 specifications for concrete, heavy machinery base plates, and anchor bolt applications.
• Bagged Sands and Aggregates Bagged sands, polymeric sands, erosion control materials, and aggregates for construction, landscaping, and specialty applications.
• Concrete Blocks, Bricks, and Reinforcement Concrete masonry blocks, concrete bricks, dobies, rebar, and ladder wire reinforcement products for masonry construction.
• Concrete Furniture Decorative concrete benches and stands for landscape and outdoor architectural use.
• Stone-Like Waterfall and Deck Restoration System Stone-like waterfall and deck restoration system for resurfacing and decorative restoration of waterfalls, decks, and similar structures.
• Toll Blending Service Custom toll blending service for clients needing specialized concrete and masonry product formulations manufactured to their specifications.
• Shotcrete Application Service Shotcrete application service providing spray-applied concrete for construction projects.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Rockwood Retaining WallcoreTechnology or IntegrationRockwood Retaining Wall products are distributed through Paragon Building Products locations. Product line includes Monument HD, Classic 6, Classic 8, Classic Colonial 6, Sapphire, Easy Wall 2, Cottage Stone retaining walls, and related accessories like Classic Grid 150 and Super-Stik adhesive.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• CalPortland Company: Western US producer of cement, ready-mix concrete, aggregates, and concrete products with operations overlapping Paragon's Arizona, Nevada, and California geography. Comparable regional manufacturing-plus-distribution model in similar product categories.

Broad incumbents

• Cemex USA: One of the largest US producers of cement, ready-mix concrete, aggregates, and concrete building products with nationwide operations. Overlaps with Paragon in cement, bagged mixes, masonry, and hardscape categories at much greater scale.
• Belgard (Oldcastle APG): National hardscape manufacturer of pavers, retaining walls, and outdoor living products owned by CRH. Notably, Paragon holds a registered trademark for the Belgard® brand, indicating historical product distribution relationship; competes directly in paver and segmental retaining wall categories.
• Vulcan Materials Company: Largest US producer of construction aggregates with growing concrete products exposure following US Concrete acquisition. Adjacent peer in aggregates and concrete product manufacturing serving similar Southwest construction customers.
• Holcim US: Major US cement, aggregate, and ready-mix concrete producer with extensive Western US presence. Competes across cement, concrete products, and mortar categories with broader geographic and product reach than Paragon.
• Eagle Materials: US manufacturer of cement, wallboard, concrete, and aggregates with concentrated Southwest cement operations. Comparable in cement and concrete product categories though larger and publicly listed.
• Lehigh Hanson: One of the largest North American producers of cement, ready-mixed concrete, and aggregates, with active operations in the Southwest. Overlaps with Paragon in cement and concrete product supply to construction markets.

Direct peers

• Quikrete Companies: Largest US manufacturer of bagged concrete mixes, mortars, and cement-based repair products sold through retail and pro channels. Direct competitor across Paragon's core product portfolio with national distribution versus Paragon's Southwest regional footprint.
• Spec Mix: Manufacturer of pre-blended mortars, grouts, and concrete mixes specified for commercial masonry and hardscape applications. Direct peer in pre-blended mortar and specialty concrete categories where Paragon competes.
• Sakrete (LafargeHolcim US): Major bagged concrete, mortar, and cement brand owned by Holcim, sold through home improvement and building supply retailers. Directly competes with Paragon's bagged mixes, mortars, and cement SKUs across contractor and DIY channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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