Homeowners in Galway were warned by gardai after reports of fake tradesmen offering services for a "low price" in the area was brought to their attention.
The warning was given to those living in the North Galway area in a bid to prevent them falling foul of the scam, Galway Beo reported.
Councillor Andrew Reddington explained to Galway Bay FM that several men have been offering to tarmac driveways in the area for a low price.