Read the actual checks
“Verified” is not one vague badge. Com Bids shows identity, business, insurance, licence and background status separately.
Safety centre
Trust needs receipts.
Clear checks, written quotes and documented changes help everyone work with fewer surprises.
Compare the same details
Labour, materials, tax, timing, warranty, assumptions and exclusions should be visible before selection.
Document every change
Keep scope and price changes in Messages and update the written agreement before extra work begins.
Bring someone you trust
Trusted helpers can provide a second opinion, especially for large jobs or family members who want support.
Pause when you see these
Common warning signs
- Pressure to decide immediatelyA legitimate pro should let you review the written quote.
- Cash, gift cards or unusual transfersDo not pay outside an agreed, traceable method.
- A price far below every other quoteAsk which labour, materials, permits or cleanup are missing.
- Refusal to show insurance or required licenceDo not rely on a logo, truck or business card as proof.
- Unrequested door-to-door workTake time to independently verify the business and your cancellation rights.
For immediate danger, skip the marketplace.
Call 911, the relevant utility emergency line or an appropriate licensed emergency service. Com Bids is not an emergency-dispatch service.