At 13, Lightfoot began with a bucket and squeegee, offering window cleaning to neighbours in Orillia. He reinvested his first earnings into a water‑fed pole system that eliminates harsh chemicals, allowing him to reach four‑storey windows without ladders.
The system, powered by a purified‑water hose, has become a hallmark of the company’s eco‑friendly approach, a selling point that helped him win repeat business. Local residents, such as 52‑year‑old homeowner Mark Reynolds, praised the spotless windows without any chemical residue.
In May 2026, the student‑owned firm received a $3,000 grant from Ontario’s Summer Company programme. Lightfoot used the money to register and insure the business, buy marketing materials and hire two part‑time technicians, turning a solo operation into a team of three.
With 125 clients and a growing service list that now includes gutter cleaning and soft washing, Lightfoot plans to launch a mobile app by July to streamline quotes and scheduling. He hopes the expansion will create jobs for other high‑school students in Simcoe County, while he balances classes and competitive freestyle skiing.