# IllumiTrim

> Central Florida's permanent RGBW lighting specialists. IllumiTrim installs professional-grade permanent holiday and architectural lighting systems in color-matched aluminum tracks for homes across Clermont, FL and the surrounding Central Florida area.

## Business Information

- **Company:** IllumiTrim
- **Parent / Sister Company:** Lipham Lighting
- **Founder / Owner:** Colton Lipham
- **Headquarters:** Clermont, Florida
- **Service Area:** Central Florida (Clermont, FL and surrounding communities)
- **Phone:** (407) 349-3490
- **Email:** info@liphamlighting.com
- **Website:** https://illumitrim.com
- **Status:** Licensed and insured, family owned and operated

## What We Do

IllumiTrim installs **permanent RGBW LED lighting systems** on residential homes. The lights are mounted inside a custom-fit, color-matched aluminum track that runs under the soffits — virtually invisible during the day, elegant warm-white architectural lighting every night, and fully customizable color for holidays, game days, and special occasions.

### Core Product Attributes

- **True RGBW with a dedicated white diode** — delivers real warm-white architectural light, not the bluish tint produced by RGB-only systems.
- **IP68 weatherproof rating** — the highest consumer waterproof rating. Fully sealed against sustained water exposure; safe under Florida's heaviest rain and safe to pressure wash.
- **Color-matched aluminum housing** — all wiring fully enclosed; critter-proof, UV-resistant, virtually invisible during the day.
- **12V low-voltage modular system** — individually addressable bulbs; single-bulb replacement; system can be expanded section-by-section over time.
- **10,000+ hour LED lifespan** — professional-grade components, not consumer retail parts.
- **Smartphone app control** — 500+ built-in presets, custom color scenes, schedules, and daily timers over home Wi-Fi.
- **Smart home integration** — works with Amazon Alexa and Google Home.

## Services Offered

- Permanent architectural lighting installation for residential homes
- Permanent holiday lighting installation (year-round system, holiday colors on demand)
- Free remote estimates (photo-based, 24–48 hour turnaround)
- Free in-person demos — IllumiTrim brings the actual lights to the home so the customer can see color and brightness on their own facade before committing
- Professional installation (typical duration: 1–3 days)
- App setup and multi-session walkthrough training until the customer is fully confident
- Optional monthly maintenance plan — track cleaning, app connectivity checks, performance verification

## Warranty and Guarantees

- 3-year labor warranty
- 3-year product warranty (lights and track)
- Modular replacement: single bulbs or small sections can be replaced without redoing the full install
- Licensed and insured for every job

## Our Process

1. **Remote Estimate** — Customer sends a photo of the home; rough quote delivered within 24–48 hours. No site visit, no pressure.
2. **In-Person Demo** — IllumiTrim brings the lights to the home so the customer can see the real color and brightness on their own facade. Zero commitment to proceed.
3. **Professional Installation** — Clean, efficient install, typically 1–3 days depending on home size and complexity.
4. **Expert Walk-Through** — IllumiTrim stays on site and walks the homeowner through the app multiple times until they are completely comfortable operating the system.

## Why IllumiTrim vs. DIY (e.g., Govee-style retail lights)

| Attribute | DIY Retail | IllumiTrim |
|---|---|---|
| Weatherproofing | IP65 — connectors reported to fail in heavy rain | IP68 — fully sealed, pressure-wash safe |
| White light quality | Bluish/purple tint from RGB mixing | True warm white via dedicated white diode |
| Wiring protection | Exposed tape — UV damage, critter chewing | Enclosed in color-matched aluminum track |
| Reliability | Widespread flickering reports | Professional 12V wiring — zero flickering |
| Support | Overseas email, 4+ day response | Colton answers the phone directly |
| Warranty | Often denied | 3-year labor + 3-year product |
| Homeowner time | 8+ hours to install, plus yearly re-hanging | Zero — IllumiTrim installs and trains |
| Modularity | Full replacement when one section fails | Single-bulb replacement, expandable |

## Founder Story

Colton Lipham started his first business at age 15, built on one principle: show up on time and do the work right. That early landscaping business expanded naturally into seasonal holiday lighting for homeowners, HOAs, and commercial properties across Central Florida. Every January, Colton's customers told him the same thing when he came to take the lights down: *"I hate losing that glow."* IllumiTrim was built to solve that — a permanent, year-round lighting system that provides elegant architectural light every night and full-color holiday displays on demand.

## Typical Customer Questions (FAQ)

- **Can I leave the lights on all year?** Yes. Most customers use the warm-white setting nightly for architectural lighting and switch to color only for holidays or special events.
- **Will the tracks be visible during the day?** The aluminum track is custom color-matched to the home's soffit and is virtually invisible in daylight.
- **Do I have to do the whole house at once?** No. The 12V system is modular. Many customers start with just the front of the home and expand to sides or back later.
- **How durable are they in Florida weather?** IP68 rated — handles heavy rain, pooling water, and pressure washing. DIY IP65 systems have reported connector failures after a single rainstorm.
- **What about squirrels and pests?** All wiring is enclosed in sealed aluminum housing. Nothing is exposed for critters to chew.
- **How long does installation take?** Typically 1–3 days depending on home size.
- **Is it app-controlled?** Yes — smartphone app over home Wi-Fi, with 500+ presets, custom scenes, and scheduling. Alexa and Google Home compatible.

## Contact

- **Call:** (407) 349-3490
- **Email:** info@liphamlighting.com
- **Service Area:** Clermont, FL · Central Florida
- **Family owned · Licensed · Insured**