About Us
We are a licensed commercial general contractor with the most advanced training for casualty loss events that exists to help people by easing chaotic situations while providing a family environment for our team, clients and vendors.Respond to Chaos | Restore Calm
Seeing God’s Hand in All We Do
If you have experienced water, fire or mold damage to your Multi-Family property, you have come to the right place. Our desire is to walk with you each step of the way through the recovery process.
Above everything else, we care about and desire to help people all over the middle Tennessee area. We understand the complexities and sensitivity of dealing with casualty loss recovery issues and how to balance the interest of both the property owner and building occupants. When you call on Paramount, you can expect us to utilize all of our power and resources to assist you.
Fellowship
We believe that deep bonds are formed when we are in the thick of the fight together. Those shared battles are what give us the dedication to care for our team mates, clients and vendors when circumstances are difficult.
Faith
We approach every aspect of our work faithfully and see ourselves as stewards of each task given to us by teammates, clients and vendors. We are reliable and perform consistently when called upon. Christ is the foundation of everything we do.
Opportunity
We invest in our people, teach them the skills they need to be leaders and always want to promote from within. We prioritize character over skill in building our team, because skills can be taught and character is a mindset built over long periods of time.
Teamwork
We trust each other and hold each other accountable. Since we know that God is a God of order, we trust Him to direct our actions to look out for one another in chaotic situations. We are dedicated to craftsmanship and the quality of each job speaks for all of us.
Selflessness
We share the load and put others before ourselves. We don’t believe that caring and kindness makes us weak, but rather demonstrates our inner strength.
Our Team
Our people are our difference. We desire to be a strong partner with you through each step of the casualty loss recovery process—and get you back in business.
Tim Barnard
CEO and Partner
Tim began working in construction in the late 1980s. He studied business at Belmont University before beginning his lengthy career as a licensed general contractor. His vision and penchant for the projects that others shrink from led him to establish Paramount in 2003 with his good friend Tony Miller. Tim and his wife Michelle have 6 children.
Tony Miller
CFO and Partner
Tony founded Paramount in 2003 with his friend Tim Barnard. Tony went to Lipscomb University for undergraduate and has a law degree from Pepperdine University School of Law. He has 20 years of construction experience and he is well suited to provide the fiscal oversight and resource management to ensure the Paramount team is there when our clients need them. Tony and his wife Laura have 3 children.
Len Prieskorn
President and Partner
As President of Paramount, Len is the ambassador that deepens prospect and client relationships. His primary focus is serving others while driving revenue. He has built his career on exceeding expectations and building trust. Len and his wife Janice have 9 children.
Robert Kelley
Construction Project Manger
Robert joined the Paramount team in 2007 bringing with him a deep and varied background in trades work. Early in his career he became a certified welder, and also worked in the steel industry. From there, his career path took him into construction where he built apartments and residential homes. He has a natural eye for details and lives by the motto “The project is not done until it’s done right”. From rough carpentry to fine finishes, when it comes to construction, there is nothing that Robert can’t do! Robert and his wife Angie have 5 children and 2 grandchildren.
Simeon Prieskorn
Operations Manager
With a background of applying technology within the skilled trades, Simeon is highly skilled in the ares of leadership, continual process improvement and technology. Simeon is continually striving to make Paramount’s operations run as smooth as possible while ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Simeon and his wife Ashli have 3 children.
Friedrich Hase
Emergency Response Manager
Friedrich joined the Paramount team in early 2023. He has a desire to constantly learn and develop new skills which has given him a wealth of knowledge and certifications in the Restoration industry. In 2024, he became an IICRC Certified Master Water Restorer in addition to his other certifications. His analytical mind and attention to detail help him manage his projects, both large and small, and his customers feel assured by his expertise. He is a natural leader who strives to encourage and empower his team and drive them toward success on every project. Friedrich and his wife Melodi have 3 kids.
Richard McCarthy
Restoration Project Manager
Linton Prieskorn
Sales
Joining the Paramount team in 2018, Linton developed a background in field work specializing in emergency mitigation as a project manager before transitioning to account management and sales. His skills include an eye for detail, client relationships, and empowering our team to achieve excellence during challenging conditions. Easing tension surrounding difficult situations for our clients is an important way for him to prove Paramount’s dedication to our craft. His wife, child and he live just south of Nashville.
Benji Barnard
Estimate Manager
Enoch Prieskorn
Sales
As a Salesman with Paramount, Enoch is focused on meeting new people and building relationships in the commercial property space. He began working at Paramount as a project lead and has since moved into sales. His primary focus is serving others while driving revenue with integrity, honesty and trust. Enoch and his wife Mary have four children.
Bill Sheesley
Maintenance Service Manager
Bill spent years working as a facility maintenance technician, and that experience is the foundation of what he brings to Paramount. He knows what it feels like to be the first person on scene when something goes wrong — and that perspective makes him an exceptionally effective leader. His background in the trades gives him instant credibility with the maintenance professionals he works alongside, and his leadership keeps the team sharp and responsive when the pressure is highest. Bill, his wife and kids call Nashville home.
Keith Meredith
Project Manager
Keith began his career at Paramount as a laborer, working up through the ranks to where he now serves as a Project Manager, specializing in exterior water intrusion & restorations by finding creative solutions for complex issues. He commits to making Paramount a great place to work & is focused on encouraging everyone who has the privilege to work with him. When not at work, you can find him spending time with his son.
Our Services
Our experienced team has serviced thousands of multi-family property disasters. We emphasize our speed of response, quality, and clear communication to get your residents back into their homes.
Fire and Smoke Damage
Fire and Smoke are perhaps the scariest and most disruptive events to experience. Advanced training and professional experience are critical when dealing with the complexities of a fire or smoke loss.
Water Damage
Whether caused by a broken pipe, sewage backups, or storm water, response time is critical to controlling and limiting damages. Our goal is to be on site and starting mitigation within 2 hours from the time you contact us.
Mold
Paramount takes a natural, common-sense approach to mold adhering to the IICRC standards. Our goal is to make the remediation process comfortable and less scary for building occupants.