Enlightened Solar

by Victoria Kertz

There are two kinds of homeowners in California — those who have already installed solar panels and those who are contemplating it. If you’re in the latter group, San Clemente’s Enlightened Solar is your local source to guide you through the process. Now’s an ideal time to get started because the financial benefits will change dramatically as of April 14, 2023. 

Enlightened Solar has the experience to know exactly what needs to be done so that you’ll be grandfathered into receiving current solar incentives. The urgency comes from the California Public Utilities Commission’s decision to end net energy metering 2.0 (NEM 2.0) on April 14. Presently, most residential and commercial solar customers receive a dollar-for-dollar credit on power not utilized, which is sent back to the utility company. It’s one of the best solar incentive structures in the country, but under NEM 3.0, the credit will decrease so significantly that solar customers will have to wait even longer to see a return on their investment. 

“We believe more solar will be sold in the next 90 days than at any other time in history,” Enlightened co-founder Brett Jarman says, and with good reason. To be grandfathered into NEM 2.0 for the next 20 years, solar customers must sign a contract for the installation, have a system e-diagram created, and open a file for interconnection. 

The entire process takes roughly a week. The first step is easy; simply provide a single page of your current electric bill which shows the last 12 months of power usage in your home. Enlightened’s expert team will evaluate your current and future energy consumption, discuss the aesthetic changes to your home’s exterior, and factor in the age of your roof. 

Wondering if your house can accommodate solar? Systems can be installed onto any roof material that faces the sun, regardless of the direction. If you’re not sure whether you need solar or not, Brett suggests envisioning how much energy you’ll need in the future. Will you be charging an e-vehicle? Will you require a dialysis machine or other medical device that uses extra power? 

For over 14 years, family-owned Enlightened Solar has wowed homeowners with its professional and clean rooftop installations throughout Southern California. The company prides itself on delivering the most refined rooftop systems under the sun, all at an affordable price. They’re ready to assist customers with navigating through the new solar guidelines and are excited to introduce them to the advantages of incorporating clean energy into their homes. 

Potential customers should know that solar is not a weekend project. The first steps are completed within a week or two, but with a backlog of up to six months, the actual panel installation may be months down the road. There’s considerable engineering and manpower involved, but once you become your own power plant, the benefits are well worth the wait. 

Enlightened’s team completes everything in-house, including the construction. No step of an Enlightened install uses subcontracted labor. They’re committed to providing superior systems, matching the lifestyle and personality of each home. 

“Solar is a complex, energy-generating home improvement,” Brett says, and one that’s constantly on public display. He says it’s difficult to convey the importance of workmanship before an installation. Thankfully, homeowners generally don’t want to skimp on a large, roof-mounted design that, if done improperly, is something they could regret for the next 25 years. 

The natural benefits of solar, like pollution-free energy from a renewable source, are clear, but the financial perks are disappearing soon. If you’re interested in panels for your home, call Brett and his team at (949) 426-7096 to take advantage of current solar incentives before the deadline arrives. 

Enlightened Solar
927 Calle Negocio Unit D, San Clemente
949.427.8400
EnlightenedSolar.com 

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The Kitchen Lady

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Triton Air

True American Grain Reclaimed Lumber

ZeroRez

South County Restoration

Casey McCants

Facing a slab leak or plumbing disaster? Let South County Restoration in San Clemente come to your rescue. From the second you see water damage, call owner Casey McCants, before you contact your insurance provider. Casey’s team is your one-stop resource to close the leak, repipe your home, repair the drywall and paint. Many mitigation companies offer services to address only one component in the process, but South County Restoration offers a comprehensive solution, from the moment you notice a leak to the last restoration detail. 

Since 2008, this dedicated team of professionals has been providing emergency water remediation and restoration throughout South Orange County. In addition to being a general contractor, Casey is also a trained homeowner advocate, so he is well-equipped to address insurance claim issues on your behalf. Casey has the knowledge and experience to answer insurance provider questions, file the claim, and recover the compensation you deserve. In some cases, insurance may even pay for a portion of your repipe. 

“Insurance companies want you to use their approved vendors and do the least amount of work to restore your home,” says Casey. That’s where South Country Restoration stands out. His team conducts a thorough investigation of the damage and suggests a long-term solution. 

Casey and his dedicated staff will initiate your claim, schedule the repipe, and work with your insurance company to get the best possible settlement. The team will arrive at your home at 8 a.m. on the day of repiping, cover everything in plastic, execute the repairs, and provide you with running water that very night. 

South County Restoration utilizes cross-linked polyethylene, better known as PEX, to bypass or replace existing pipes. PEX tubing is flexible and can be directly routed to where it needs to go. The product’s flexibility reduces the need to make joints and turns, while improving water pressure. A PEX repipe prevents future leaks and is designed to last a lifetime. 

After the repipe is completed, a second team arrives to repair the drywall, typically two days later. They also perform mitigation services, thoroughly clean and abate the area, conduct mold and asbestos testing. Only South County Restoration can repipe your home and repair the walls in as little as three days. 

South County Restoration has and always will be a customer-centric, community-based company. Helping neighbors recover from water damage, so they receive prompt compensation from their insurer, is what Casey’s team does best. 

With a 24/7 Rapid Response Team standing by, and a 49-minute arrival time, call on South County Restoration when trouble arises. Check out SouthCountyRestoration.com and remember to call Casey, before you call your insurance company. 

South County Restoration
1064 Calle Negocio, Ste. B
San Clemente
949.536.8204
SouthCountyRestoration.com

Rohan & Sons

Dean Rohan

Rohan & Sons, Inc., is a trusted, family-owned and operated company that has been in business in San Clemente for over 46 years. After leaving his family’s Refrigeration, Heating and A/C business in Los Angeles (and a successful childhood show business career, too), John Rohan started his own company in 1973. Following a brief stint in Arizona, John, his wife Sally and their 5 children planted roots in beautiful San Clemente in 1976. After John’s passing in 2020, his son Dean Rohan, son-in-law Tom Medina, daughter Kelly Rohan Medina and grandson Breyden Rohan have continued the family business and have kept John’s legacy alive. Rohan and Sons, Inc. is now in its 4th generation as a family business. 

Rohan and Sons’ team of family-like employees have built a huge clientele of over 1000 commercial and residential customers throughout Orange, L.A and San Diego Counties. Services include residential heating and air-conditioning installation, maintenance and repair. The company also offers years of experience in commercial HVAC. They continually strive to exceed expectations by ensuring that each client receives the very best service to fits their needs. 

Rohan and Sons provides a variety of money-saving solutions, including ductless mini-split heating and air systems. With advances in technology, some smaller properties can bypass the need for large, central HVAC systems. Ductless mini-split installations often provide all the power needed to heat or cool homes and businesses. Wall-mounted mini-split units help customers save time and money with easy installations and increased energy efficiency. 

Yelp reviews continue to rave about Rohan and Sons. 

“We love Dean and his crew. We just had a whole new HVAC system replaced by Rohan and Sons and it works great. Everything about the experience has been easy. From the free quote to the installation, it was all a breeze. We got several quotes from other companies and Rohan’s price was good as well as the service. I had a follow up question, and they were easy to get a hold of and answered my question promptly. I highly recommend!” — L.M., San Clemente 

CEO Dean Rohan commented, “We’re a family business and we would like you to be a part of it.” 

Rohan & Sons
244 Calle Pintoresco
San Clemente
949.492.1361
RohanAndSonsInc.com

ZeroRez

Eric Bollman

ZeroRez carpet cleaning offers an innovative new way to keep your carpets clean without harsh chemical contamination or an oversaturation of water that encourages the growth of mildew and mold. The company stands by its claim that there is no better carpet cleaning service available. If you’re looking for the safest, most effective, and longest lasting carpet cleaning, you’ve come to the right place. 

THE ZEROREZ DIFFERENCE™ 

• Stays cleaner longer 
• Dries faster 
• Green and family-friendly cleaning solutions 
• Highly-Reviewed — Over 1,200 5-Star Ratings on Google 
• No soap or harsh chemicals 
• Professional cleaning staff 

SO GREEN, IT’S SAFE ENOUGH TO DRINK
One of the most important innovations to be incorporated into the unique carpet cleaning process is the use of powered water. ZeroRez uses special alkaline, electrolyzed, oxidized water. While this water has been transformed to provide a better cleaning experience, it is, in fact, still water. There’s no chemical additives, which is why ZeroRez can claim that its cleaner is “so green, it’s safe enough to drink!” 

Many carpet cleaning services rely on soaps and detergents that leave sticky residue behind or create crunchy carpets. Quick resoiling is often the result and the ZeroRez cleaning system solves these problems. Best of all, ZeroRez’s cleaning solution has been scientifically proven to remove more dirt from carpets than traditional chemical or steam cleaning methods. With no residue left behind to attract more dirt, your carpet will stay cleaner longer. 

The ZeroRez cleaning system works on more than just carpet. It is also particularly well-suited to clean and sanitize upholstery, area rugs, tile and grout as well as natural stone floors. 

If you’re looking for carpet cleaning from a local expert, contact Eric and his team at ZeroRez for a free, no-obligation quote. As Eric says, “You’ll love the difference that ZeroRez makes—we guarantee it!” 

ZeroRez
17815 Sky Park Circle, Suite A
Irvine
949.387.2222
ZeroRezSoCal.com

True American Grain Reclaimed Lumber

Tom Gates & John Friend

True American Grain is an industry leader in repurposing vintage reclaimed lumber. It began with a 1,200 square foot facility and has grown to an approximate 17,000 square foot facility in one location that houses the Showroom & Design Center along with a Beam & Slab Display, Reclaimed Lumber Store, an extensive Build & Milling Shop and a Reclaimed Beam Annex, among other things. 

Owners, Tom and John invite you to visit their expansive facility and showroom, which is open to the public, as it must be seen in person to understand the variety and complexity of reclaimed lumber products and its potential. 

Almost anything can be built with reclaimed lumber, the options are endless for repurposing lumber. Providing historic, quality lumber to customers is what True American Grain does best. Receiving monthly semi-truck loads of lumber to their extensive inventory adds immense variety and options for the customer to choose from. They mill their lumber on site and offer finishing and installation services too. 

True American Grain brings new life to vintage lumber and builds stunning one-of-a-kind pieces of furniture, mantels, beams, barn doors, interior and exterior doors, exterior gates, wall paneling, flooring, and siding. They make excellent use of reclaimed lumber with experienced crew members ranging from woodworking craftsmen, lumber milling experts, finishing artisans, and experienced showroom sales and design members. 

The professionals at True American Grain are here to help with your projects. The team meets with walk-in customers, DIYers, architects, designers, contractors, home builders and distributors. They assist all customers step-by-step with “concept-to-creation-to-installation” of reclaimed solid and box mantels, solid and box beams, truss systems, interior and exterior doors, sliding barn doors, furniture, shelves, tables, cabinets, vanities, and so much more. True American Grain also helps customers with reclaimed exterior and interior siding, in addition to reclaimed lumber wall paneling and flooring. 

Seen on TV! True American Grain was featured on the Travel Channel’s Rock My RV, Desert Flippers and on the DIY Network’s Lawn and Order. Make sure you stop by their impressive showroom today in Laguna Niguel for a personal tour. No appointment necessary. 

True American Grain Reclaimed Lumber
27324 Camino Capistrano, # 160
Laguna Niguel
949.282.0053
TrueAmericanGrain.com

Triton Air

San Clemente

For over 20 years, Triton Air has been helping families enjoy clean air and comfortable temperatures at home. Founded in 2001 in San Clemente, Triton Air is a household name in south Orange County known as one of the best heating and air specialists in the region. When they’re not installing the furnace, air, or refrigeration systems of one of their clients, they’re finding a way to give back to their community. 

It’s safe to say that Triton Air is a company that stands out. Whether it’s their eye-catching Pacific blue service vans or the more than 1200 5-star Google reviews, this heating and air service company simply blows the competition away. Known for excellent service, generous work with families in need, and campaigns like Lennox’s “Feel the Love,” Triton Air is a company unlike any other. 

Although their most requested services are for regular maintenance on heating and air systems, now more than ever, customers are requesting air filtration systems. Many families are upgrading their systems to the MERV-16 mechanical filtration system, which helps prevent virus, bacteria, and even mold from reproducing, or photocatalytic air filtration, that emulates the optimal air quality you’d likely find on a beach. These unique, indoor climate technologies are also useful when smoke wafts in from annual wildfires. 

For those who want to avoid carbon emissions of any kind, Triton Air offers new zero-emission heat pumps that both heat and cool your home without using gas. These pumps are powered by electricity and, for homes with solar panels installed, can heat and cool with power generated from the sun. These systems also offer a financial benefit by avoiding any future local or state taxes on gas or fossil fuel-dependent appliances. 

If you’re looking for ways to create a more peaceful home environment, call Triton Air for their expertise and integrity. Contact them for sound advice and support the generous work of a purpose-driven company. Call 949-482-2492 or visit TritonAir.com today! 

Triton Air
1221 Puerta Del Sol #300
San Clemente
949.482.2492
TritonAir.com

The Window Guys

John Myerly

The Window Guys are a full-service company providing window and door sales and installation. If you are looking for new windows, patio doors, exterior entry doors, interior doors, closet doors, moldings and a wide variety of custom products, The Window Guys have it all for you. If you are uncertain of what you are looking for or what is available to you, their experts will walk you through the process from start to finish. 

John Myerly is the owner and leads his team of professionals. As John proudly states, “We have the best installation crews that are experienced in all areas of window and door installation. We do all our installs per AAMA recommendations and use only the highest quality products.” 

The Window Guys can replace one window in your home or install a new house package from blueprints up. There is no job too big or too small that they won’t take on. They cover a large service area which includes Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego counties. They have one of the largest showrooms in Southern California. 

Whether it’s replacement of old windows or if you are building your dream home, The Window Guys can walk you through the entire process. 

Brian Walker, a satisfied customer, commented, “The Window Guys did a fantastic job replacing all my windows and sliding doors. They did a really great job with some beautiful interior trim I wanted. Their prices were great, the installation supurb. Being in the wholesales building material business, I knew many businesses that I could use. I chose The Window Guys, because they are stand-up, reliable and trustworthy folks whose experience is far greater than most.” 

Call 888.593.4894 now to schedule a free no-obligation estimate. Their professional sales staff is available to meet with you at your home, on the job site or in their beautiful showroom — 6 days a week! 

THE WINDOW 

The Window Guys
2033 Cedilia Circle
Corona
951.441.2423

8333 Rochester Ave, Ste. 104
Rancho Cucamonga
909.443.2454

TheWindowGuys.com

The Kitchen Lady

Priscilla Parris

Now located in San Clemente’s Historic City Hall 

Owner of The Kitchen Lady, Priscilla Parris, has been a well-known designer in Los Angeles and Orange County for over 36 years. With a BS Degree in Interior Design from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, she first worked for the L.A. company that invented 3D software for the kitchen and bath industry. Through that experience, she became an expert in the design process. In 1994, after working for three contractors, Priscilla opened her first showroom in Huntington Beach. In recent years, she became design partners with Pacific Sales Kitchen & Home and Azzari Design. 

Featured in many local publications and in HOUZZ, she now has decided to put her small sample showroom in beautiful downtown San Clemente, inside Historic City Hall. “Large and cumbersome showrooms are a thing of the past,” says Priscilla, who has owned many. “In order to stay current, it is better to keep overhead low and be at the jobsite where expert supervision is required during installation,” she shares. 

Over the last 25 years, Priscilla has assembled a team of expert installers to assist her in the production of her kitchen products, and those same people have been with her ever since — a testament to her work ethic, integrity and ability to collaborate. Whether you’re updating your existing space with a few key elements or embarking on a complete renovation, it’s important to enlist the assistance of a hands-on professional who will guide you through every small step in the process. 

Priscilla’s showroom offers cabinet, countertop, tile, hardware, and mosaic samples, along with the capability to 3D design your concept. This technology allows a client to visualize a kitchen or bath design. 

Priscilla has designed over 3,000 kitchens during the last 36 years, so her expertise in space planning and kitchen and bath design is extensive and highly-regarded. Designing complex spaces requires vast knowledge and experience, and The Kitchen Lady makes it enjoyable and seamless for her clients. 

Having a keen eye, attention to detail, and a good set of math skills, are the necessary ingredients to a successful kitchen or bath design project. If you’re seeking an experienced and reliable professional to make your dream a reality, please contact Priscilla for a consultation. 

The Kitchen Lady
101 South El Camino Real, Suite 201
San Clemente
949.276.2655
The-Kitchen-Lady.com

South Coast Shutter and Shades

Tom & Donna Schuster

Specializing in custom shutters, blinds, cellular shades, woven woods, plantation shutters and motorization, Tom and Donna Schuster, with South Coast Shutter and Shades, offer complementary in-home design consultations, measuring assistance and free professional installation. South Coast Shutter and Shades values its customers’ needs, providing over 32 year’s experience, and a passion for the finest in personalized service to fit your budget. 

“We listen to you and incorporate your ideas into the design of your custom shutters, blinds or shades,” says Tom. “Our portfolio and samples are very extensive, so you will have the ability to envision how your windows are going to look when completed.” Tom adds, “Our pricing, sales support and in-house design, at no addition charge, is what sets us apart from the competition.” 

“Once we discovered South Coast Shutter and Shades, we only recommend them to our clients,” says Greg and Shari Rhodes of D&G Rhodes Construction, Inc. “Tom and Donna always answer their phones, arrive promptly and are tidy while working. Plus, after their wonderful experience, our clients refer South Coast Shutter and Shades to their friends and family.” 

South Coast Shutter and Shades is a 5-star rated company on Yelp, which boasts scores of glowing testimonials online. A review from Doug W., of Mission Viejo, enthuses, “From the first call, I knew I was dealing with a reputable, experienced, HONEST company. Tom and Donna are absolute PROS and obviously take pride in their work… Their price was very competitive. Also, what they quote is what you pay—keep in mind when talking to the ‘other guys’ whose price seems to go up and up. All appointments including installation were flawless. My impression is that I could call them 5 or 10 years from now and they would be just as helpful.” 

The team at South Coast Shutter and Shades welcomes the opportunity to earn your trust. With the experience and integrity to complete any size project you can imagine, please call for your free in-home consultation and compare the difference. 

South Coast Shutter and Shades
949.388.8344
SouthCoastShutterAndShades.com