24/7 answering service for handyman
Never miss a call, even if it’s after-hours, weekends, or holidays. Capture every lead and book jobs, day or night.
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How it works
Sign up, tell us about your handyman business, and let Upfirst handle your calls.
Tell us about your handyman services, your service areas, and any special call handling notes. We’ll stick to your instructions on every single call.
Our receptionist picks up on the first ring, day or night. Callers always reach a friendly voice. No more getting sent to voicemail.
Receive call summaries and recordings via SMS or email right after each call. You stay focused on the job while we handle the phone.
The affordable handyman answering service
If you run a handyman business, you know what it’s like to miss a call, which means you’ve probably lost business because you were already busy with another job or have clocked out for the day.
Never worry about missing calls again because our handyman answering service lets you:
Discover how our call answering service for handyman can make a difference in your business.
Late-night or weekend breakdowns leave customers stranded, and you could miss out on the next big job. We pick up every ring, 24/7, so your clients always speak to a receptionist that’s trained on your business. That means more bookings, happier customers, and no more “sorry I missed you” voicemails.
Missing calls might mean your calendar stays emptier than you’d like. Our answering service for handyman helps answer questions, qualify leads, and schedule appointments. Leave no call unanswered and grow your handyman business.
Half-baked messages and incomplete voicemails leave you guessing about job scope and urgency—and are honestly sometimes forgotten about. We ask all the right questions—address, service details, timeline—and log them for you. You get clear, concise briefs for every call, so you can quote and plan with confidence.
Every business has its own way of handling their calls. You choose when and how calls get answered, what questions to ask, and where each call should go. Tailor your call flow in a way that gets you more customers.
Both hiring full-time receptionists and traditional answering services get expensive, especially for smaller businesses with not a lot of call volume. Our handyman answering service is designed to actually be affordable for small businesses, so that you can answer every call while saving yourself time and leaving more money in your pocket.
We make powerful call answering features affordable for small businesses, so you can run yours with less worry and more time.
Answer every call, anytime. Pick up each call on the first ring after-hours, weekends, and holidays.
Book jobs even while you’re away from the phone. Schedule appointments directly into your calendar.
Identify your best opportunities. Collect the info you want from callers and qualify leads before you follow up.
Customize scripts and we’ll handle calls just the way you want. Deliver a consistent customer experience and grow your clientele.
Direct calls where they need to go. Route calls to a live person when callers need the extra assistance.
Capture every detail on the spot. Our agent logs names, addresses, and job specifics so nothing gets lost.
Serve clients in English, Spanish, and more with bilingual answering. Reach more customers and eliminate language barriers.
Keep out spam and sales calls. Call screening keeps you focused on only the real customers.
Maintain a professional presence. Get a phone number that’s yours alone, separate from your personal line.
Manage and review calls and settings at any time. Easily make updates to scripts as your business grows.
quick, easy setup
No long onboarding, no complicated setup. Train a dedicated receptionist for your business in minutes, not days.
Create your account—it’s free to try. Answer a few quick questions about your handyman business, set up your greeting, and choose your AI receptionist’s voice. Use your existing phone number, or grab a new local or toll-free 800 line later on.
Fill out the AI’s Knowledge Base with your services, FAQs, policies, and any specific call handling instructions—whether it’s new callers, returning clients, or emergency jobs. Make a few test calls until everything sounds just right.
Once you’re happy with the setup, it’s time to go live! Forward calls from your current business line to your new Upfirst number, or start using the Upfirst line directly. You decide whether we handle every inbound call, just the ones you miss, or only after-hours. Within minutes, every ring is answered.
Who we serve
See what other types of contractors benefit from using our AI call answering service.
As roofing & flooring contractors, you can’t afford to miss a single call about a leak or new installation. Our handyman answering service answers 24/7 so every urgent repair or quote request goes straight to our receptionist. You’ll get detailed summaries—including job scope and urgency—so you can prioritize work and keep projects on track.
When power outages or heating breakdowns strike, customers expect an immediate response. Our call answering service for handyman professionals picks up on the first ring and routes urgent calls to you—or takes messages if you’re on-site. With clear notes on each inquiry, you’ll always arrive prepared with the right tools and parts, whether you’re an electrician or HVAC tech.
Drips, drafts, and design updates demand swift action from plumbers, painters, and other trades. Our phone answering service for handyman filters out spam, captures genuine leads, and even books appointments per your preferences. You’ll receive organized job requests and confirmations, so you can quote accurately and keep your calendar full.
Whether you need to pass a lead to Housecall Pro or schedule an appointment in Calendly, you can use Zapier to pass caller info from Upfirst to any app.
Have a question about our handyman answering service that you don’t see here? Get in touch with our team today.
How much does a handyman answering service cost?
Plans start at just $24.95/month with flexible tiers that scale as you grow—no hidden fees or long-term contracts, designed to be affordable for small businesses.
Does your answering service for handyman integrate with scheduling tools like Calendly or Google Calendar?
Yes! With Zapier, our handyman answering service can set appointments into your scheduling tools. Plus, you can send customized texts live while on call with calendar links, so you can capture every appointment.
Do you offer after-hours or 24/7 coverage?
Yes! Our virtual receptionist for handymen are available 24/7 so you never miss a call, even on weekends and holidays.
Can your handyman answering service filter out spam or sales calls?
We screen every call. Spam or sales pitches get filtered—only genuine client inquiries make it through.
How quickly does your service answer calls?
We pick up on the first ring, no matter if one call comes in or ten at once. No more voicemail queues—every call gets a fast response.
How much will I save compared to hiring an in-house receptionist?
On average, the salary of a full-time receptionist is about $37,000 per year. Other traditional answering services even come with a high asking price of about $200-300 per month just to take around 30 calls.
Our handyman answering service starts at $24.95 per month, answers every call whether it’s midday or midnight, and is never rude to a customer because of a bad day.
Why is this better than a voicemail?
Voicemail is passive, unengaging, and leaves customers wondering if you got their message or not. With a phone answering service for handyman, you engage clients instantly, book more jobs, and maintain a professional brand.
Capture leads, book jobs, and answer calls no matter when they come in. Sign up today and keep growing your handyman business.
