Paragon Freight Inc

Interstate

(12 reviews) 4.9 out of 5

16w285 83rd St Suite C Burr Ridge, IL US 60527

USDOT: 3118291
Docket: MC086504
Website: Paragon Freight Inc

Updated October 9, 2026

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Carrier Ratings

Quality of Equipment: 9.8
Communication: 9.3
Timeliness: 9.8

Positive Flags

On Time Pickup: 10
On Time Delivery: 10
Consistent Tracking: 10
Strong Dispatcher Communication: 8
Easy to Work With: 7
Good Delivery Condition: 7
Strong Driver Communication: 6
Friendly: 6
Clean Equipment: 6
Knowledgeable: 6
Easy to Onboard: 4

Negative Flags

Late Delivery: 1
Intermittent Tracking: 1
Poor Driver Communication: 1

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Overview

Paragon Freight Inc. is an asset-based dry-van carrier headquartered in the Chicago area, delivering reliable truckload capacity for shippers who need consistency at scale. We pair a modern company-driver fleet with experienced dispatch and full-shipment visibility to keep freight moving on time and on plan. Shippers partner with us when service standards, communication, and execution matter as much as the rate.

Fleet Details

Type	Tractors	Trailers	Trucks
Owned	250	230	0
Leased	0	95	0

Freight

General Freight
Metal: Sheets, Coils, Rolls
Fresh Produce
Meat
U.S. Mail
Commodities Dry Bulk
Refrigerated Food
Beverages
Paper Products

Truck Types

Dry Van
Power Only

Shipment Types

Full Truckload
Less than Truckload

Specialized Services

Drop Trailer
Dedicated Fleet
White-Glove

MCS-150 Mileage: 22,555,500 (2025)
Electronic Tracking: 83% of reviewers say the carrier uses electronic tracking

Lanes

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Compliance

Authorizations

FMCSA authority status: Motor Carrier Active — 05/17/2018 (8 years, 4 months)
Carrier operation: Interstate
Cargo authorization: Property

Safety Violations

Type	Total	Severe	Measure	Percentile
Vehicle Maintenance	124	42	4.25	34.2%
Unsafe Driving	57	20	2.47	33.9%
Hours of Service Compliance	73	22	0.5	28.4%
Driver Fitness	5	2	0.1	8.3%
Controlled Substances	1	0	0.02	2.8%

Accident Report

Type	Last 6 Months	6-12 Months ago	12-24 Months ago	Total
Fatalities	0	0	0	0
Injuries	0	2	5	7
Tow-away	0	0	0	0
Crash Reports	6	4	11	21

Inspections

Type	Inspections	OOS Inspections	OOS Percentage	National Average
Driver	404	14	3.47%	6.67%
Vehicle	177	47	26.55%	22.26%

Insurance Coverage

Insurance Type: BIPD (Primary)
Company Name: Carolina Casualty Insurance Company
Policy Limit: $750,000
Policy Number: KCA 2602422
Effective Date: 10/11/2025

Reviews

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Positive Flags: On Time Pickup; On Time Delivery; Consistent Tracking; Strong Dispatcher Communication; Easy to Work With; Good Delivery Condition; Strong Driver Communication; Friendly; Clean Equipment; Knowledgeable; Easy to Onboard
Negative Flags: Late Delivery; Intermittent Tracking; Poor Driver Communication

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Aleksandar R - Verified Broker

July 14, 2026

“Always deliver!”

Timeliness: 10/10
Quality of Equipment: 10/10
Communication: 10/10

What went well?

On Time Pickup
On Time Delivery
Consistent Tracking
Strong Dispatcher Communication
Strong Driver Communication
Friendly
Easy to Work With
Clean Equipment
Good Delivery Condition
Knowledgeable

Done more than 300 loads with them this year. Dependable team with great communication and drivers.

Lanes: Denver, CO to Joliet, IL; Greensboro, NC to Aurora, IL
Freight Details: General Freight; U.S. Mail
Tracking: Offers electronic tracking; Tracking functional

Sean K - Verified Broker

July 14, 2026

“Full Truckload from Savannah, GA to Chicago, IL”

Timeliness: 10/10
Quality of Equipment: 10/10
Communication: 10/10

What went well?

On Time Pickup
On Time Delivery
Consistent Tracking

Great carrier, will continue working with them moving forward. Great relationship

Lanes: Savannah, GA to Chicago, IL
Freight Details: General Freight
Tracking: Offers electronic tracking

Verified Broker from Indiana

May 03, 2026

“Prompt Docs”

Timeliness: 10/10
Quality of Equipment: 10/10
Communication: 10/10

What went well?

On Time Pickup
On Time Delivery
Consistent Tracking
Strong Dispatcher Communication
Strong Driver Communication
Friendly
Easy to Work With
Easy to Onboard
Clean Equipment
Good Delivery Condition
Knowledgeable

I received all paperwork from them right after delivery, and they kept me updated throughout the load.

Lanes: San Antonio, TX to Saint Joseph, MO
Freight Details: General Freight
Tracking: Offers electronic tracking; Tracking functional

Response from Paragon Freight Inc

5 months ago

Thank you for the 5-star review and the kind words. Prompt paperwork and consistent updates are non-negotiables for us, so it means a lot to hear they landed. The San Antonio → Saint Joseph lane is a strong one for our fleet — we'd be glad to run more freight with you anytime. — Paragon Freight Inc.

Verified Broker from Florida

May 01, 2026

“Full Truckload from Columbus, OH to Des Moines, IA”

Timeliness: 10/10
Quality of Equipment: 10/10
Communication: 10/10

What went well?

On Time Pickup
On Time Delivery
Consistent Tracking
Strong Dispatcher Communication
Strong Driver Communication
Friendly
Easy to Work With
Easy to Onboard
Clean Equipment
Good Delivery Condition
Knowledgeable

Paragon Freight ran a dry van load for us from Ohio to Iowa. We worked with Dushan and Wesley. This is a great carrier. We have used them several times throughout the years and they are always on time with great tracking visibility and reliable equipment.

Lanes: Columbus, OH to Des Moines, IA
Freight Details: General Freight
Tracking: Offers electronic tracking; Tracking functional

Response from Paragon Freight Inc

5 months ago

Thank you for the 5-star review and for being a long-time customer. I'll pass the kind words on to Dushan and Wesley — they'll be glad to hear it. Repeat business is the best feedback we can get, and we appreciate you keeping us in the rotation. — Paragon Freight Inc.

Verified Broker from Oregon

May 07, 2024

“Good Carrier”

Timeliness: 10/10
Quality of Equipment: 10/10
Communication: 10/10

What went well?

Friendly
Easy to Work With
Easy to Onboard
Clean Equipment
Good Delivery Condition
Knowledgeable

Great long mile hauler. On time at locations. If they come across any delays, they always notify us right away and are flexible with adjustments. We would highly recommend these guys!

Lanes: New Albany, IN to Trinidad, CO
Freight Details: General Freight; Building Materials; Machinery, Large Objects
Tracking: Did not use electronic tracking

Response from Paragon Freight Inc

5 months ago

Thank you for the 5-star review and the recommendation. Long-haul lanes like New Albany → Trinidad are where proactive communication matters most, so it's good to hear that came through. We'd be glad to keep moving freight for you anytime. — Paragon Freight Inc.