• Never pay cash upfront! Always wait until the job is completed.

• Never give credit card details or bank accounts online, by phone or by email, to contractors of the system.

• Never give private details over the phone.

• It is advisable when contacting someone to use a mobile phone, and set your number to not display or private number.

• Always check peoples/contractor’s certs and skill cards before employing.

• It is strongly advisable that when first meeting a contractor or someone from the system you are not alone and in a safe environment if possible, until you verify that the person is who they advertise to be and all certs and I.D checks are complete.

• You should always get several quotes for each job.

• For any materials/goods required for the job, you should actively research prices with other contractors and retail stores for a guideline estimate.

• Always ask for a receipt for any materials/goods supplied by a contractor or hired person.

• You should never leave a contractor alone or give full access to your property or your belongings.

• On Bobajob.ie you should never display your contact details or address unless otherwise stated by Bobajob .ie.

• If any advertisement does not seem legitimate for any reason, contact us as soon as possible and discontinue any contact with the party involved.

• If insurances are required for the job, it is advisable to do research and contact the necessary insurance companies.