Recognition is never the work of one person alone. it reflects the support of a community, the dedication of a team, and the trust of loyal clients built over many years. That is what makes the recent recognition of Lighthouse Window Cleaning and founder John Shanahan as the 2026 Placer Valley Businessperson of the Year especially meaningful.
The award will be formally presented at the Placer Valley 2026 Business Summit on May 28 at @the Grounds in Roseville, one of the region’s premier gatherings of business and community leaders.
Founded in Rocklin, Lighthouse Window Cleaning has grown from a small local operation into a trusted provider of commercial and residential window cleaning and exterior maintenance services throughout the greater Sacramento region. Over the years, the company has expanded beyond window cleaning to include gutter cleaning, pressure washing, solar panel cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, high dusting, and exterior building services for office buildings, retail centers, restaurants, property management companies, and homeowners.
What makes this recognition especially significant is that the award celebrates more than business growth alone. The Placer Valley Businessperson of the Year award recognizes leaders who demonstrate professional excellence while positively impacting customers, employees, and the broader community.
For Lighthouse Window Cleaning, that commitment has always centered around people. The company has built its reputation through consistent service, long-term relationships, and a team-first culture focused on professionalism, communication, and accountability. Many team members have been with Lighthouse for years, helping create a dependable experience clients can trust.
The recognition also reflects the importance of community partnerships throughout Placer County and the Sacramento region. Lighthouse has proudly supported local chambers of commerce, community events, charities, schools, property managers, business owners, and homeowners who continue to place their trust in the company year after year.
While John Shanahan founded the business nearly three decades ago, he is quick to point out that this honor belongs to the entire Lighthouse team, as well as the clients and community that have supported the company along the way.
“As a company, we are incredibly grateful for the trust our clients place in us every day,” said Shanahan. “This recognition reflects the hard work of our entire team and the relationships we have built throughout the community over many years.”
As Lighthouse Window Cleaning looks toward the future, the company remains committed to the same principles it was founded on: dependable service, quality work, strong relationships, and making a positive impact in the communities it serves.
Additional information about the Placer Valley Business Summit can be found through the Roseville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Placer Valley Business Summit.