J & M Landscaping & Sprinkler Systems

We contracted with David Soignoli, owner of J and M Landscaping, to install a new irrigation system. We paid a deposit of $ 1,100 by check, which was cashed by David Soignoli on June 26, 2014. From that point forward, he would give us days he would come do the work, but he would never show up, and never call. We would call him and there was always an excuse. The final date he said he would come was Wednesday, August 6^th. He did not show up, and did not call. Finally got through to him on Monday, August 18^th. He said he wanted to come over and talk when we got home that evening. We said okay, but to bring the money. He continued to give excuses as to why he hadn’t done the work. We notified him when we got home, but reached voice mail. On Tuesday, August 19^th, he texted back, «I sent you a text last night said i wad in a meeting for school with my kids and wanted to talk today. I am a single parent and getting to kids prep for school was a little challenging. I understand your frustration but the weather has had a big part in my lack of production. I talked to Steve [from London Rain, who recommended him] and he understood where i was coming from. I did not want to piece meal your job when i got there i wanted to be deadacted to your job.“Since it had been almost 2 months of no-​shows, lack of contact, excuses, and no work, we told him, «Have [our] $ 1,100 back to me by 8:00 Thursday (⁸⁄₂₁) or I will have my attorney take action.“We have not received our money, and he has cut off communication. Based on other BBB complaints posted, this seems to be his modus operandi.