Total Hardwood Refinishing

We hired him to sand and refinish our old floors. Work was supposed to start on October 12th. He cancelled on October 10th, saying that his mother had passed away. We were understanding and patient. He suggested that he will start on October 14th. On that day we woke up to an email saying that his work van had been in an accident and he couldn't come. He promised to start on October 15th. We woke up to another email from him. It said "what will it take to terminate your contract?"
And ever since that day, October 15th, we have asked for our deposit ($1771.50) back. Today is October 22, and still nothing. He still keeps promising to pay us back but cannot live up to his promises.
Stay away this company and go with someone who has credible reviews, you'll save your nerves and money!