Say goodbye to voicemail. Handle inspections while we take calls, book appointments, and more.
How it works
Sign up, tell us about your home inspection business, and let Upfirst handle your calls for you.
Tell us about your home inspection business, how you’d like your calls handled, and give us any special instructions. We follow them every time.
Your customers won’t be left waiting because we pick up every call on the first ring, no matter the call volume. They will always reach a helpful voice instead of a frustrating voicemail.
Every call summary lands in your inbox via email and SMS, so you always know who called and why. Never miss a call while staying focused on your home inspection business.
The affordable answering service for home inspectors
When your day is spent mostly performing home inspections and advising clients, it’s tough to make sure every call gets answered. Letting a call go to voicemail isn’t a great introduction to your company, so what are you supposed to do?
For small businesses, a full-time receptionist can be quite a big expense. Even call center solutions have a high price point for some.
And that’s why we created Upfirst—because we believe small businesses should be able to actually afford answering and virtual receptionist services without overspending. We’ll take calls around-the-clock, set appointments, collect info from new leads, and much more.
So the next time you’re out inspecting a home, you don’t have to worry about missing a call or being disrupted—your callers will be met with a helpful voice when we pick up on the first ring.
See how our answering service for home inspectors can make a difference in your business.
80% of callers don’t even bother to leave a voicemail (those could be lost leads). With our answering service for home inspectors, every call is picked up on the first ring. No more callers left on hold or forced to go to voicemail, just more callers feeling valued and being helped right away.
Routine inquiries like “Are you certified?” can be disruptive while you’re at somebody’s home. Let us handle routine inquiries, schedule appointments, and take messages so you’re free to focus on the work in front of you.
Spam calls blowing up your phone? Let us take the fire so you can go about your day unbothered. We’ll filter out the robocalls and send only the real callers your way. Focus on only the important conversations, saving you time and increasing productivity.
Small businesses already deal with enough expenses just to keep operating. We’ve made our home inspector answering service cost-effective because we believe businesses shouldn’t have to overspend on professional answering. Enjoy round-the-clock professional answering without the added expenses.
We make powerful call answering features affordable for small businesses, so you can run it with more time and less stress.
Give support and capture leads around the clock. Answer every incoming call.
Let callers set appointments on the spot. Fill your calendar with ease.
Collect the info you need with every call. Turn calls into valuable leads.
Filter out spam and robocalls quickly. Focus on the conversations that matter.
Engage clients in their language. Communicate with multilingual and bilingual agents.
Forward important calls to you or your team. Stay connected wherever you are.
Get real-time updates via email or SMS. Be informed with every conversation.
quick, easy setup
No time for a long setup? No worries. You can get a dedicated virtual receptionist for your business in just a few minutes.
First, create an account—it’s free to try. Tell us a little bit about your business, customize your greeting, and choose the AI’s voice that best represents your business. You can use your existing business phone number, or get a new local one or 800 number later on.
Before going live, let us know how you’d like your calls handled and fill in the AI knowledge base with specifics about your business, like a list of services, information about commonly asked questions, and more. The more information you give the AI, the better it can answer any question. Then, make a few test calls to see your receptionist in action. Tweak it until you are satisfied.
It’s go time! Just click activate and go live. Forward your calls to your new number or use it directly for your business. Your receptionist will now take calls and save you time and money.
Use cases for home inspectors
See how home inspectors typically use and benefit from our answering services.
Scheduling consistent appointments is what keeps many service-based businesses going. Our answering services for home inspectors let your customers book appointments on the spot without having to speak directly with you. The service is also suitable for HVAC, roofing, real estate, and much more.
Some folks simply just need a good message taking service so they can follow up with clients when it’s convenient for them. Whether it’s a complex inquiry or a simple note, every message is captured in detail, ensuring you have all the information you need for a prompt follow-up.
Save time by automating responses to frequently asked questions, such as pricing, service areas, or inspection procedures. Taking these calls during home inspections can drain productivity. This ensures that clients receive immediate answers, even outside of business hours.
Have a question about our answering service for home inspectors that you don't see here? Get in touch with our team.
How much does a home inspector answering service cost?
Upfirst plans start at 24.95 dollars per month for 30 calls. You can upgrade anytime as your call volume grows. There is no setup fee, no contract, and you can try everything free for 14 days. You can view more details of our pricing plans here.
Can I keep my current number?
Yes. You can forward your existing business number to Upfirst in seconds. Your callers will still dial the same number they already know.
Can Upfirst connect to Spectora and other CRMs?
Yes. Upfirst can connect to most home inspection CRMs using our Zapier integration. This lets you send lead details, messages, and call summaries directly into your CRM.
Can Upfirst schedule appointments?
Yes. Upfirst can schedule appointments through Google Calendar or Outlook. You can also have it send callers a link to your booking page or collect their information so you can follow up later.
How does Upfirst handle spam calls?
Upfirst uses built-in spam filtering to identify and block robocalls and unwanted callers. You can also mark numbers as spam with one click. We also don't charge for spam calls. Our goal for our customers is to only have to pay for real conversations with their callers.
Can I use Upfirst only for after-hours or overflow calls?
Yes. You can forward calls only during the hours you choose or use Upfirst as backup when your team is busy.
Can it update me when someone calls?
Yes. Upfirst sends real-time notifications for every call, so you always know who reached out and what they needed. You'll get notifications via email and/or SMS with a call summary and link to the recording and transcript.
Never let a call go to voicemail or interrupt your work day. Sign up today and let Upfirst take you calls and set appointments on your behalf. Try it for free!
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