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SPOTLIGHT ON ORANGE COUNTY’S TOP PLUMBER, RON DYMEK

The EAOC Weekly

August 6, 2025 

 

UPCOMING SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

August 13, 2025:  Carlos Salazar with Salazar Associates

August 20, 2025:  Spotlight on Sammy Montoya with La Chiquita Restaurant

 

 

 

SPOTLIGHT ON ORANGE COUNTY'S TOP PLUMBER, RON DYMEK

Several EAOC members have already worked with Ron Dymek, of Dymek’s Freedom Plumbing, by adding tankless water heaters and water conditioners to their homes.  So, in this week’s morning meeting, we were excited to hear what all the buzz has been about with the newest options in water heating, and to get first-hand homeowner reviews of these systems, including learning all about the current incentives and rebates being offered.

Ron Dymek began his plumbing career in 1972 after serving in the U.S. Army. Introduced to the trade by his father-in-law and brother-in-law, he started at the Roto-Rooter office in Long Beach under the leadership of Wayne Rose, a no-nonsense WWII veteran. For the first 16 years of his 26-year tenure with Hoffman Southwest Corporation, Ron was on call every other night and weekend, gaining invaluable hands-on experience.

Plumbing was already in his blood—his father, a journeyman plumber with Orange County Local 582, had unknowingly set Ron on his path. While flipping homes, Ron honed his skills under his father’s guidance, long before Roto-Rooter ventured into full-scale plumbing services. When the company finally made the shift in 1988, Ron was “voluntold” to spearhead the transition. His leadership proved instrumental, leading to his promotion as Plumbing Manager, where he trained technicians across Southern California and Nevada, managed inventory, and set pricing structures. Eventually, he became Branch Manager of the Torrance/South Bay location.

In 1999, Ron took a leap of faith and founded Dymek’s Freedom Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Service. By the end of that year, he had hired his first employee, and today, the company has grown into a team of 23—though Ron prefers to say, “23 families.” The business remains a true family legacy, with his son Chris now serving as General Manager, his grandson Arron as a second-year apprentice, and his wife Shaun as Director of Business Development. Krista Dymek plays a key role in processing reports and photos, further strengthening the family’s involvement.

Ron credits his entrepreneurial spirit to his father, who, when Ron was 12, handed him a lawnmower and pointed to the neighborhood, teaching him that hard work leads to success. Most importantly, he attributes his journey to God, believing that the doors of opportunity in his life have been opened by divine guidance.

As he looks ahead, Ron’s greatest accomplishment will be passing the torch to his son and, one day, to his grandson—continuing a legacy of hard work, integrity, and treating others as he would want to be treated.

To learn more about upgrading your home with an electric heat pump water heater, please visit www.FreedomPlumbing.com.

 

 

 

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Happy Friday EAOC!

It was a pleasure and my privilege to be the presenter this week. 

Remember, you have choices for heating your water, and I can help you to make the decision that’s best for you and your family or friends. One correction on my presentation: I heard  yesterday that one of the impacts of the big beautiful bill was the removal of the energy saving tax credits. However, Southern California Gas Company's rebate is still available. 

Our attendance has picked up and we’ve had a full house the last few Wednesdays! If you haven’t attended in person recently, I hope to see you next Wednesday when Carlos Salazar from Salazar Associated will be our presenter.  Carlos always has a few really nice raffle giveaways.

A big shout out and thank you to Katie for putting together a very fun and relaxing duffy boat cruise of Newport Harbor.  Looking forward to the next one!

Have a great weekend!

- Ron

 

Ron Dymek

DYMEK’S FREEDOM PLUMBING

EAOC 2022-2025 President

 

 

 

 

 

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EAOC member Estela Go recently contributed a fascinating article to a dental industry publication, giving readers a glimpse into the hurdles faced by dentists today during "dental audits."  Her refreshing outlook on viewing audits as a valuable tool for improvement and long-term success remind us of how a dentist who isn't hiding anything is exactly the kind of dentist we want to be seeing!  

As Estela writes, "Having a regular audit encourages a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues before they escalate."  

Read the full article:   https://www.dentalproductshopper.com/article/beyond-the-numbers--how-dental-audits-enhance-your-practice

 

 

 

 

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NEW MEMBER RECRUITMENT BONUS

Reminder: EAOC proudly encourages its members in expanding and empowering their fellow prestigious Orange County execs! More quality members means more quality referrals. An EAOC sponsor receives a $150 bonus for recruiting a new EAOC team member, after three months of successful membership. Please contact Katie for more information!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Target Classification of the Month: Landscape / Hardscape Installation

Calling all Landscape / Hardscape Installation experts! EAOC members are actively seeking a qualified, trusted, tried and true Landscape / Hardscape Installation expert to fill our Target Classification of the Month. Please consider your entire network, and invite your favorite Landscaper to breakfast next week! Email Katie to get them on our guest list. Thank you!

 

 

 

 

 

 

TRUSTED EAOC MEMBERS

 

ADVERTISING SPECIALTY:

Carlos Salazar

Salazar Associates

714-990-9214    

carlos@promotownusa.com

 

AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING:

David Schaefer

Schaef Air Inc.

909-944-5111                       

schaefair@gmail.com

 

ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT:

Katie Quinn

Quinn Association Management

949-525-8412

kquinn@quinnassociations.com

 

ATTORNEY/ESTATE PLANNING:

Tracy J. Roberts

Law Office of Tracy J. Roberts

562-340-6277                                               

tracy.roberts@tjr-law.com

 

ATTORNEY/EMPLOYMENT LAW:

Jonathan Judge

Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo

562-653-3200                       

jjudge@aalrr.com

 

AUTO/TRUCKS/DOMESTIC/COMMERCIAL:                      

Mike Hughes

Simpson Chevrolet

714-534-2700             

mhughes@simpsongm.com

 

AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR:                      

Dan Tatum

Eberhardt’s Tire & Automotive

714-871-9810
eberhardtstire@gmail.com


BANK:                         

Donny Delfin

Banc of California

714-450-4683

ddelfin@pacwest.com

 

CHIROPRACTOR:                         

Dr. Lauren Artaserse, DC

Dr. Luke Krebs, DC

One Spine Chiropractic & Sports Rehab

657-626-2528

Lauren.DC@onespinechiro.com

 

DENTIST

Dr. Robert Go · Go Family Dental

714-638-0018                                        

gofamilydental@yahoo.com

 

EMERITUS MEMBER:                                                           

Pete Sloan ∙ 714-633-3906

posloan@yahoo.com

 

EMERITUS MEMBER:                                                           

Andy Ross ∙ 714-749-7677

adross1942@gmail.com

 

EMERITUS MEMBER:                                                           

Gayle Stewart ∙ 714-342-5848

gstewart@gsecorp.org

 

EMERITUS MEMBER:                                                           

Hal Grimshaw, CPA ∙ 949-302-8791

hdgrimshaw@gmail.com

 

EMERITUS MEMBER:

Mel Smith · 714-496-2709

melsmith3205@yahoo.com

 

FLOORING/HARD GOODS/INTERIOR DESIGN:

Karyn Hadley

Riteloom

714-764-1122

karyn@riteloom.com

 

FLORIST:

Diana Diaz

Deelux Florista & Events

949-491-5660

deeluxflorista@gmail.com

 

GLASS/STAINED & BEVELED:

Gary Gregg

Creating with Glass

714-970-9359

geggregg@sbcglobal.net

 

HANDYMAN:

Ruben Mota

Mota Handyman Services

714-785-5576

motaruben76@gmail.com

 

INSURANCE / COMMERCIAL

Carlos Camacho Gil

Federated Insurance

562-447-3972

cacamachogil@fedins.com

 

MERCHANT SERVICES:

Lisa McCune

Affinity24

844-724-2444

lisa@affinity24.com

 

MORTGAGE BANKER:                                                     

Susan Klaren

CMG Financial

714-264-0876

klarenteam@gmail.com

 

PARTY RENTALS & CATERING:

Manny Gonzalez

Confetti Events & Catering

714-542-7775                                  

Confettievents@att.net

 

PAVING-ASPHALT:                                                                     

Danny Baker

PAV-KOTE, Inc.

714-871-4905

danny@pavkote.com

 

PEST CONTROL:                                                                  

Tyler Douthit

Divert Pest Control

714-299-9118

tyler@divertpest.com

 

PLUMBING/SEWAGE SANITATION

CONTRACTOR:          

Ronald J. Dymek

Dymek’s Freedom Plumbing, Inc.

714-632-8989                                    

info@freedomplumbing.com

 

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT:

Rachelle & Danny Casillas

CC&R’s Property Management

Phone: (714) 716-4789

rachelle@ccandrs.com 

danny@ccandrs.com

 

REAL ESTATE/RESIDENTIAL:                

Gizi Clemmer, REALTOR, SRES

First Team Real Estate

562-688-8275                                     

GiziClemmer@gmail.com

 

RESTAURANT-MEXICAN:                                           

Sammy Montoya

Green Parrot Villa

La Chiquita Restaurant

714-543-8787                                      

lachiquitarest@yahoo.com

 

ROOFING/COMMERCIAL:             

Greg Peterson

Sadler Roofing, Inc.

949-675-5095 

greg@sadlerroofing.com

 

WEBSITE DESIGN:                                          

Lydia Pooler

Kenneth King

Jub Jub Interactive

714-586-8500

lydia@jubjub.com

kenneth@jubjub.com

 

WEBSITE HOSTING:                                                  

Lee Pooler

Jub Jub Interactive

714-586-8500

lee@jubjub.com

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