Ingvar is a homeowner, fraud researcher, and web marketing professional who has spent years helping contractors grow their businesses by finding more customers online.
In this role, he has worked closely with countless contractors, hearing their success stories—but also their failures and frustrations. Along the way, he discovered a troubling pattern: too many homeowners were being scammed by dishonest contractors.
At first, it was just something he noticed in passing—a few stories here and there. But as more and more clients shared their experiences, it became clear that contractor fraud wasn’t just an occasional problem; it was happening everywhere. Some contractors were overcharging, abandoning projects midway, or using bait-and-switch tactics to extract more money from unsuspecting homeowners. Others simply vanished after collecting deposits, leaving their customers scrambling for solutions.
Curious about how deep the issue ran, Ingvar decided to do his own research. He spoke directly with honest contractors—his own clients—to understand the industry’s hidden truths. He dug into case studies, legal battles, and real homeowner horror stories. What he found was shocking: scams weren’t just the work of a few bad apples; there were systemic problems that left homeowners vulnerable, and many didn’t even know what to look for.
But Ingvar’s insight into the world of contractors wasn’t just academic. He had firsthand experience from the other side—as a homeowner managing his own renovation project. When he and his family bought a rundown house, they decided to take on the challenge of a full-scale renovation. They hired contractors, handled unexpected issues, and did much of the work themselves. Through this process, Ingvar saw the inner workings of the industry—the good, the bad, and the outright deceptive.
That combination of personal experience and deep research is what led him to write this book. The Essential Canadian Guide To Contractor Scams isn’t just a guide—it’s a battle plan for homeowners who want to protect themselves from contractor fraud. Whether you’re planning a renovation, hiring a builder, or simply want to avoid being another victim of a scam, this book is designed to give you the knowledge and tools to make smart, informed decisions.
Today, Ingvar continues his mission of educating homeowners while working in web marketing, helping ethical contractors build their reputations. He believes that homeowners shouldn’t have to learn these lessons the hard way, and with the right information, anyone can avoid the traps that cost people thousands of dollars every year.