Question 1

What is an AI receptionist for tradies?

Accepted Answer

It's an AI voice agent that answers your business phone when you can't, books site visits and callbacks into your calendar, and sends you a summary of every call. It works on your existing number, answers 24/7, and hands a caller to a person with a whispered summary whenever you want it to.

Question 2

Can it handle emergency call-outs after hours?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You decide what counts as urgent for your trade, such as a burst pipe, no power or an unsafe site. Urgent calls are warm-transferred to whoever's on call with a summary of the problem and the address. Routine after-hours calls get a booking or a callback instead of waking you up.

Question 3

Does it work with Fergus, Tradify, simPRO or ServiceM8?

Accepted Answer

We've built simPRO integrations before, including booked calls going straight in as jobs. Fergus, Tradify and ServiceM8 aren't standard integrations for us yet, so we scope them per job: we check what your account can connect to and confirm what's possible before you commit. Calendar booking (Google or Microsoft) and call summaries by email work from day one regardless.

Question 4

What if I just want missed calls texted back?

Accepted Answer

That's our Missed-Call Text-Back service, from $69/mo + GST. When you can't pick up, the caller gets a text from your number within seconds so they don't ring the next tradie. It's a good first step, and you can add the AI receptionist later.

Question 5

Can I keep my existing phone number?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Calls are forwarded from your current phone service to the AI receptionist, either for every call or only when you're busy or after hours. Your phone provider may charge for forwarded calls, so we check your setup during scoping before you go live.

Question 6

Can I create professional quotes from my phone while on job sites?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our mobile-friendly quote automation lets you create branded PDF quotes in minutes from your phone using pre-built templates for common jobs. Material costs sync automatically from your suppliers, labour rates are pre-configured, and quotes are sent instantly to clients with online acceptance options.

Question 7

Does it integrate with Xero and MYOB for NZ tax compliance?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we integrate seamlessly with Xero and MYOB accounting software used by most NZ builders. Invoices, expenses, and payments sync automatically, GST is calculated correctly, and your books are always up to date without manual data entry - making tax time stress-free.

Question 8

How does it handle health and safety compliance documentation?

Accepted Answer

Our automation provides digital site diaries, hazard registers, safety induction records, and toolbox talk templates all accessible from your phone. It sends automated reminders for equipment servicing, certification renewals (like WOF), and safety documentation deadlines to keep you WorkSafe NZ compliant.

Question 9

Can it track materials, tools, and supplier invoices automatically?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the system tracks materials used per job, manages supplier invoices, monitors inventory levels, and can automatically create purchase orders when stock runs low. This ensures you always have materials on hand and can accurately track job costs in real-time.

Question 10

How much does construction automation cost for NZ builders?

Accepted Answer

The AI receptionist for trades is $199/mo + GST with setup included and a 3-month minimum. Wider construction automation starts from $99 NZD per month + GST depending on business size, number of crew, and automation requirements, covering quote generation, job scheduling, invoicing, health and safety tools, and Xero/MYOB integration.

Question 11

Will my crew need technical training to use the automation system?

Accepted Answer

No extensive training required - the system is designed for tradies, not tech experts. Most crew members can learn the mobile app basics in 15-20 minutes. We provide simple video tutorials and ongoing support to ensure your team can log time, update job progress, and access safety documentation easily.

Question 12

How does automated scheduling help manage multiple jobs and subcontractors?

Accepted Answer

Smart scheduling uses drag-and-drop calendars to assign crew and subcontractors to jobs, tracks availability to prevent double-booking, sends automated job dispatch notifications with site details, and monitors progress updates in real-time. This keeps multiple projects running smoothly without constant phone calls and confusion.

AI for Tradies and NZ Builders

What can AI do for tradies?

Sound Familiar?

The phone rings while you're up a ladder or under a house

After-hours emergency calls going to voicemail, then to the next tradie

Quote requests piling up while you're on job sites

Invoices delayed because of manual time tracking and paperwork

Health & safety documentation and compliance forms taking hours

Chasing late payments and managing supplier invoices manually

An AI receptionist for tradies

1. Every call is answered

2. It sorts urgent from routine

3. Emergencies reach whoever's on call

4. Everything else is booked

Not ready for AI answering? Text back every missed call.

Works with your job management software?

simPRO

Fergus

Tradify

ServiceM8

Then Take the Paperwork Off Your Plate

Automated Quote Generation

Smart Job Scheduling & Dispatch

Instant Invoicing & Payments

Health & Safety Compliance

Real Results From a NZ Trades Client

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The AI Receptionist for Construction & Trades - $199/mo + GST

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