FORT MYERS BEACH – Joe Salvaggio has opened his doors to WINK News many times, sharing his journey after Hurricane Ian.
In 2023, his home was a trailer parked outside his house, as he awaited renovations he paid ENBS Painting and More to complete.
“I want to die. I am without hope. Now I’m old. I’m 84 years old and I have nothing to look forward to,” said Salvaggio.
WINK Investigates looked into a contractor dispute where Salvaggio claimed he paid for repairs that were never finished.
Today, WINK News reporter Haley Zarcone sat down with Salvaggio to discuss new paperwork from the Lee County Court.
A warrant has been issued for the owners of ENBS Painting and More, demanding they show what happened to Salvaggio’s money.
Salvaggio, a longtime poker player, shared that his poker relic is one of the few things that survived Hurricane Ian.
He wants ENBS Painting and More to reveal their financial dealings.
“Mr. Beebe started off three years ago promising me he’d give me my money back,” said Salvaggio. “A trail of the whole situation and he never produced it.”
A Lee County judge is now asking for that paper trail.
The warrant demands Edward and Nadine Beebe, the owners of ENBS Painting and More, to provide documentation showing what happened to Salvaggio’s $40,000.
Sitting at his kitchen table, Salvaggio expressed hope that his story will make others cautious about who they hire for home repairs.
“I unfortunately have a very, very low income, so I know how every penny counts,” said Salvaggio. “There’s too many people out there like me, too many seniors that can’t afford this kind of a situation. It’s just terrible.”
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office and Salvaggio’s lawyer confirmed the warrants have not yet been served.
WINK News reached out to the owners of ENBS Painting and More but has not received a response.