An AI receptionist can answer calls you would otherwise miss on the job.
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The missed call problem
Contractors miss calls while on roofs, in crawl spaces or driving. Many callers hang up and call the next company.
Answer every call
Day, night and weekends.
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Book estimates
Connect to your calendar.
Collect details
Name, address and project.
Urgent handoff
Emergencies go to a person.
Scripts
Your services, areas and prices you are comfortable sharing.
Costs
Compare with the value of one lost job.
Privacy
Choose providers that protect call data.
Where to start
Check how many calls you missed last month, then test an AI receptionist on after-hours calls only.
An example
A plumbing company used an AI receptionist after hours. It booked emergency calls that previously went to voicemail.
Common mistakes
No handoff, outdated scripts and never reviewing calls.
Know your numbers
Track missed calls before and after, estimates booked by the AI, and calls transferred to a person. Review a few calls every week.
A message that works
Example greeting: "Thanks for calling Smith Plumbing. I can book a visit or connect you with a plumber for emergencies. How can I help today?"
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Frequently asked questions
Will customers accept an AI receptionist?
Many will, if it answers quickly, sounds clear, books the appointment and transfers urgent calls to a person.