Editorial Standards

Last updated: March 2026

Our Purpose

Ask Bob AI provides educational guidance for home improvement and automotive projects. The site is founded and edited by Paul Paradis, a homeowner and self-taught DIYer based in Boston. Our goal is to help readers understand project planning, material selection, safety considerations, and best practices drawn from trade knowledge, hands-on experience, and industry standards.

How Content Is Created

Ask Bob AI's guide content is planned and edited by Paul Paradis, drafted with the help of AI tooling, and reviewed against published code references and manufacturer specifications before it goes live. The AI chat assistant ("Bob") generates responses in real time using a large language model tuned with a prompt system built specifically for home-improvement and automotive project planning.

Content aims to be educational and practical — helping readers build realistic project plans and understand the reasoning behind a recommendation. The editorial focus is on safety, proper technique, and knowing when professional involvement is appropriate.

AI Transparency

Ask Bob AI clearly uses artificial intelligence as part of both its chat experience and its content production. We are upfront about this:

• Bob is an AI assistant, not a licensed contractor, engineer, or mechanic
• AI-generated guidance is educational and should be verified against manufacturer specifications, service manuals, and local code requirements
• We do not fabricate human credentials or present AI-assisted content as coming from licensed experts — Paul's role is as homeowner, editor, and founder, not as a licensed tradesperson
• All guidance is provided for planning and educational purposes, not as professional certification or legal advice

Accuracy and Updates

We are committed to providing accurate, helpful information:

• Guidance reflects general best practices, though conditions vary by location, materials, and specific circumstances
• We encourage users to verify critical information with authoritative sources, including local building departments, manufacturer documentation, and licensed professionals
• Content and guidance are reviewed and updated as needed to maintain relevance and accuracy
• When users identify inaccuracies or areas for improvement, we welcome feedback through our Contact page

Advertising and Affiliate Relationships

Ask Bob AI is supported through advertising and affiliate partnerships:

• We may display advertisements from advertising partners, including Google AdSense
• Some product recommendations may include affiliate links to retailers
• Affiliate relationships are disclosed in our footer and relevant policy pages
• Commercial relationships do not influence the educational guidance provided—Bob's recommendations are based on what is appropriate for the user's project, not on advertising considerations
• Sponsored content and affiliate links are identified where they appear

Editorial Independence

Our educational content is developed independently of advertising relationships. Advertising partners do not have input into the guidance Bob provides. We maintain separation between commercial relationships and educational content to preserve the integrity of our recommendations.

Safety Commitment

Safety is central to all guidance provided:

• We emphasize proper safety equipment and techniques
• We identify when projects require permits, inspections, or licensed professionals
• We discourage shortcuts that could compromise safety or code compliance
• We clearly state that guidance is for educational purposes and does not replace professional assessment

Limitations

We are clear about what Ask Bob AI cannot provide:

• Professional engineering assessments or structural calculations
• Legally binding code interpretations for specific jurisdictions
• Medical advice or health guidance beyond general safety practices
• Financial or legal advice
• Guarantees of outcomes—actual project results depend on execution, conditions, and verification of guidance

For detailed information about limitations and user responsibilities, please review our Disclaimer and Terms of Service.

Contact

Questions about our editorial standards or content practices can be directed to hello@askbobai.org or through our Contact page.