WSIC’s “iHeart Mooresville” radio program recently welcomed Squeegee Pros founder Jim Dubois to share how a single storefront window cleaning job helped launch one of the Charlotte region’s most trusted exterior cleaning and Christmas lighting providers. From serving businesses along Independence Boulevard to helping light up downtown Mooresville for the holidays, Squeegee Pros has grown into a regional brand known for professional window cleaning and exterior cleaning services while staying grounded in local community traditions.
What began nearly three decades ago as one entrepreneur’s goal to “be the absolute best” has evolved into a multi-service operation serving commercial and residential clients across Charlotte, Mooresville, and nearby communities in North and South Carolina. The WSIC feature highlighted both the company’s long-term growth and its role in bringing holiday décor and lighting to Mooresville’s historic downtown.
From One Storefront To A Regional Service Leader
During the broadcast, Dubois described a path that started far from the Carolinas. Raised on a farm in Indiana, he later moved to the Jersey Shore as a young adult, where a simple newspaper ad for a window cleaning position introduced him to an industry that would become his lifetime vocation. After gaining experience and launching his first small company, Done Right Window Cleaning, he relocated to the Charlotte area with an entrepreneurial mindset but no fixed plan.
That changed the day he walked into a mattress store on Independence Boulevard looking for a bed. Noticing how dirty the windows were, Dubois asked the owner if he would be interested in having them cleaned. The owner said yes on the spot, and Dubois walked out of the store having secured his first Charlotte-area client and having made a quiet commitment to himself: to build the biggest window cleaning company Charlotte, North Carolina, had ever seen.
In its early years, Squeegee Pros focused on commercial storefront “route work,” serving local shops, restaurants, convenience stores, and other small businesses on a recurring schedule. As relationships with commercial janitorial firms developed, the company expanded into larger projects, including schools, new construction sites, and hotels. Over time, that route work grew into a substantial operation, with Squeegee Pros now servicing roughly 3,000 storefronts on weekly, biweekly, or monthly rotations across the region.
The economic downturn of 2008–09 brought new challenges, as many service businesses saw accounts tighten or disappear. Rather than pulling back, Squeegee Pros responded by broadening its offerings and moving decisively into the residential market. The company added home-focused services such as window cleaning, house washing, gutter cleaning and gutter polishing, roof washing, screen cleaning, and pressure washing for concrete and other hard surfaces. Today, Squeegee Pros serves approximately 500 homes each month, providing bundled exterior services that are convenient for homeowners and property managers alike.
Throughout this growth, Dubois has emphasized a straightforward mission: not simply to do “good enough” work, but to operate at a world-class level in both craftsmanship and customer care. That commitment is reflected in the company’s extensive collection of five-star online reviews in the Charlotte market and in its recognition on review platforms for window cleaning excellence. Squeegee Pros has built a reputation for understanding what customers need when a service provider comes to their home or business and for hiring and training team members who reinforce that standard on every visit.
Founder Shares Vision For Service And Community
Dubois credits much of the company’s success to the people who wear the Squeegee Pros logo in the field each day. He describes the hiring philosophy as a deliberate search for “A players,” backed by training and systems designed to deliver consistent, reliable service.
“I started out as just a window washer with an idea,” said Dubois. “When I walked out of that mattress store on Independence, I told myself I was going to build something special here. I didn’t know exactly how, but I knew we were going to show up, work hard, and treat people right.”
He noted that the company’s expansion into Christmas lighting in 2019, through its Christmas Lighting Pros service offering, was driven not only by customer demand but also by a desire to keep team members steadily employed.
“The end of the year is usually the slowest time for residential work in our industry,” Dubois explained. “We’ve never laid anybody off, and we didn’t want to start. Adding professional Christmas lighting let us keep our crews busy, keep paychecks strong, and still give families something beautiful to come home to.”
Dubois also pointed to key leaders who have helped drive the growth of the Christmas lighting side of the business and its partnership work in Mooresville’s downtown. While he remains closely involved with the overall vision, he describes the holiday décor successes as a team effort that reflects the company’s culture of shared ownership and pride in the finished result.
Local Traditions And A Growing Demand For Professional Holiday Displays
The WSIC “iHeart Mooresville” segment placed the Squeegee Pros story in the context of a community that takes pride in its longstanding traditions. Hosts Christine Patterson and co-host Amy discussed the town’s 81-year-old Christmas parade, held annually on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, and how the event effectively ushers in the holiday season for Mooresville residents. Chairs lining downtown streets, early morning setup, and the familiar route through town all contribute to a small-town atmosphere that has endured for generations.
This year, the parade and surrounding festivities are accompanied by expanded holiday décor and lighting throughout downtown Mooresville. Squeegee Pros, through its Christmas Lighting Pros service, worked alongside the town’s experience and engagement team to design and install elements that support the theme of Santa “lighting up” the downtown area. Town representatives noted on air how easy the company’s team was to work with and how their professionalism helped translate a creative vision into a cohesive display for residents and visitors.
The partnership reflects broader national trends. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy, small businesses across the country remain critical drivers of local employment and economic vitality, generating millions of net new jobs over the past decade. At the same time, home services providers are seeing increased homeowner interest in professional holiday lighting, driven by convenience, safety, and the desire for more polished designs. Industry observers note that professional Christmas light installation has become an increasingly popular choice for families who want impactful displays without the risks and time commitment of do-it-yourself projects.
Within that landscape, Squeegee Pros stands out as a local example of how an exterior cleaning company can evolve to meet changing needs while staying rooted in community life—from keeping storefront windows clear for local businesses to helping create the “Christmas magic” visitors experience in downtown Mooresville each year.
Next Steps For Homeowners And Businesses
Homeowners and business owners in Charlotte, Mooresville, and surrounding communities who are planning for seasonal cleaning or holiday displays can work directly with Squeegee Pros to schedule services that fit their properties and timelines. The company’s team can assist with commercial and residential window cleaning, house washing, roof and gutter cleaning, and pressure washing, as well as professional Christmas light installation during the holiday season.
To learn more about Squeegee Pros’ services and request a customized estimate, readers may visit the company online and explore service options tailored to their property type and location. Community members can also connect with Squeegee Pros on Facebook to see recent project photos, seasonal tips, and updates on local collaborations, including holiday décor initiatives in and around Mooresville.
