DENVER — For almost two years, Denver7 Investigates has been reporting on complaints and criminal charges against Schwalb Builders, a father‑son contractor duo accused of taking big payments for home remodels then leaving homes in shambles.

Sean Schwalb and his father, Avi, face dozens of felony charges , including theft, money laundering, and violating Colorado’s Organized Crime Act. Prosecutors allege the two took more than $1 million from customers beginning in 2021, demolishing parts of homes in some cases and never returning to finish the work.

“They ruined our lives. Every time I think about it, it angers me,” said former client Noelle Collins in an interview earlier this year.

Sean has yet to be arraigned nearly a year after his indictment. In court last month, his latest d

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