Your Jersey Shore Area Builder

Crafting Custom Homes & Living Spaces

When it’s time to create your dream house, beachside retreat or snowbird getaway, J. Lorton & Company engineers thoughtfully designed homes that endure the demands of coastal and wetland living. Proud to serve the Jersey Shore, we’ve built a decades-old reputation that’s defined by our family-owned culture, personalized service and flawless attention to detail.

As one of Ocean County’s fastest growing builders, our passion for excellence starts at the top. John Lorton constructed his first custom home in 1982 and opened J. Lorton & Company one year later. Since the early days, home and business owners throughout the region have come to rely on our reputable team. Partner with us to enhance your existing property, make room for a growing family, construct a light commercial space or engineer your beachside abode.

NJ & SC Construction Services

When you’re ready to begin, J. Lorton & Company’s seasoned team of estimators and construction specialists provide these core construction services and more:

Service Areas in Coastal SC & the Jersey Shore

Our shore-area builders specialize in coastal construction practices, hurricane-proof homes, beach house renovations, custom carpentry and light commercial construction. We established a family-focused building legacy in New Jersey’s Ocean, Monmouth and Atlantic counties, and now we have expanded to serve South Carolina. Find our custom builders in these towns and surrounding regions:

  • Jersey Shore
  • Bayville, NJ
  • Beach Haven, NJ
  • Bricktown, NJ
  • Forked River, NJ
  • Manahawkin, NJ
  • Toms River, NJ
  • Whiting, NJ
  • Costal South Carolina
  • Carolina Forest, SC
  • Conway, SC
  • Litchfield Beach, SC
  • Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • North Myrtle Beach, SC
  • Pawleys Island, SC

Selecting a Beach Construction Expert

Choosing a partner to build your dream home or complete a kitchen and bath renovation is a weighty financial and emotional commitment. With J. Lorton & Company, you can rest easy. Hiring our team means no project detail is overlooked, and old-school values are back in fashion.

Unfortunately, high-caliber service is a lost art in the construction and service trades. The building industry has too many fly-by-night contractors who rush the small stuff, install cheap materials and miss every deadline. When you partner with our Jersey Shore custom building team, the difference is clear. Every aspect of our business reflects a timeless commitment to character and integrity. We emphasize transparent communication from bid to completion, and we respect your schedule and budget.

At J. Lorton & Company, we’re turning first-time clients into lifetime clients—and putting the same time, energy and attention into your home that we’d spend on our own. We’re a licensed State of New Jersey and South Carolina builder who stands behind our work, and we do things right—the first time.

Connect With a Custom Builder

Your first coastline construction or renovation project begins with a quick call: 609.693.8380. Based on your needs, our friendly staff will set up an on-site visit or schedule a consultation with our estimators. Using materials and techniques that safeguard your home from salt, sun and sea, we’ll fuse your vision with our experience to deliver the perfect home or room addition.

For your convenience, you can also contact us online, 24/7. We’ll respond promptly and look forward to connecting!

Trusted Jersey Shore Home Builder
Verified Customer Reviews

"I thank you for a job well done"

John Judge Forked River, NJ

"The cleanup after completion was superb."

John Dykhouse Forked River, NJ