Book more appointments and grow your business. We answer every call so you can focus on your art and your clients.
How it works
Sign up, tell us about your tattoo parlor, and let Upfirst handle every call.
Tell us about your tattoo shop, your artists, and how you want your calls managed. Let us know your booking process, FAQs, and any special instructions. We'll follow your them every time.
Our agents answer every call right away, so your clients always connect with a friendly voice and not a voicemail. Whether it’s a new client with questions, appointment scheduling, or after-hours inquiries, we’ve got you covered.
After every call, you’ll get a clear summary with caller details and the reason for their call, sent directly to you by text or email. Stay on top of your bookings and never miss a client opportunity again.
24/7 answering service for tattoo parlors
Answering calls is a part of running a business, but answering every single one all the time? It's not possible. Yet, no one likes hitting voicemail. And reaching a voicemail can mean losing business.
That’s why tattoo shops rely on a tattoo answering service to make sure no call goes unanswered, even when you’re busy with a client or designing your next masterpiece.
See how our call handling service helps small businesses answer calls every day.
Tattoo appointments can fill up fast, but missing a call could mean missing your next loyal client. Our tattoo answering service makes sure every call is picked up, and your customers get the answers they need, so you never lose business to a missed ring or a full voicemail box.
Hiring a virtual receptionist service has never been more affordable than now, especially for small business owners. With Upfirst, you get a reliable inbound answering service at a fraction of the cost of a traditional answering service, giving your tattoo shop the edge of a big business without the big overhead.
Your focus should be on your art and your clients, not being pulled away by constant phone interruptions. Our tattoo shop answering service handles routine questions, appointment requests, and messages, freeing you to create your best work and deliver a great experience.
No two shops are the same. Whether you need us to take detailed messages, book consultations, or answer FAQs about your services, our answering service for tattoo shops is fully customizable to suit your workflow.
Getting started with Upfirst is simple and straightforward. Share your shop details and how you want your calls handled, and we’ll take care of the rest. No tech headaches or long waits. And if you have questions, our friendly team is always ready to support you.
Get affordable, professional call handling designed for small businesses and busy business owners.
Never miss a booking request or urgent question, even after hours. We answer every call so your clients always feel welcomed.
Get texts or emails with every new inquiry or message. Respond quickly and never lose track of a potential client.
Book tattoo sessions directly over the phone with integrated calendars. Fill your artists’ chairs while you focus on your craft.
Keep your lines open for real clients, not telemarketers. Spend less time on junk calls and more time on tattooing.
Serve clients in English, Spanish, and 30+ languages. Make every customer feel at home, no matter their language.
Collect detailed info like preferred artist, style, and appointment times. Qualify leads so you can prepare before reaching out.
Customize call forwarding rules and direct real clients to the right artist or manager.
Virtual receptionist for tattoo shops
Got no time? No worries. Setting up your AI voice agent takes less time than a tattoo session.
Sign up for your free Upfirst trial and tell us about your tattoo studio. Customize how your AI greets callers and choose its voice.
Next, upload answers to common questions that your callers ask like pricing info, hours, and artist bios. Set up custom responses for booking requests, walk-in queries, or rescheduling.
Call your AI phone assistants's number and try out different scenarios, like a new client asking about designs or someone rescheduling their appointment. Adjust your Knowledge Base until your AI answers sound just right.
When you’re ready, start forwarding your calls! Your AI answering service will now greet every client, answer questions, and help book appointments, so you can focus on your art and never miss a lead.
Whether you need to pass client info to Hubspot or send appointment updates to your calendar, our Zapier integrations easily passes the data you need.
Have a question about our answering service that isn't answered here? Get in touch with our team.
How much does a tattoo shop answering service cost through Upfirst?
Upfirst keeps pricing simple so tattoo shops only pay for the call volume they need. There is no setup fee, no contract, and every account starts with a 14 day free trial. Pricing begins at $24.95 per month for 30 calls, $59.95 per month for 90 calls, $159.95 per month for 300 calls, and $299 per month for 600 calls. This makes it easy for studios of any size to use a reliable tattoo answering service without worrying about surprise charges. See more details about our pricing.
How does the setup process for a tattoo shop answering service work?
Getting started takes just a few minutes. Create your account, customize how your AI greets callers, and add info about your artists and their styles. If needed, you can set up any call transferring, scheduling, or texting rules. After testing some calls and you like how it responds, you simply go live by forwarding calls from your existing business phone to your Upfirst agent.
Can I keep the phone number my tattoo studio already uses?
Yes, you can forward your current number to Upfirst so you do not have to change anything for your clients. Your tattoo shop answering service will handle your calls the moment they come in after you've set up call forwarding.
Can Upfirst make appointments for my tattoo shop?
Yes, Upfirst can schedule appointments by connecting to Google Calendar or Outlook. It can also send callers a link to your online booking page or collect the needed details so your team can follow up later.
I get a lot of spam calls. How does Upfirst deal with spam calls?
Upfirst filters out spam automatically with auto-spam detection, and you won't be charged for them. Calls that last less than 15 seconds, quick hang ups, and obvious spam are also not counted toward your plan.
Can the system answer common questions my tattoo clients usually ask?
Yes, Upfirst can handle FAQs about pricing, availability, walk in policies, aftercare, questions about deposit requirements, and more. You choose what information it shares so callers always get accurate details about your shop.
Can Upfirst direct callers to my website?
Yes, if a caller needs more information, your tattoo answering service can guide them to specific pages on your website such as your portfolio, artist profiles, or booking page. It can also send them a text to different pages on your website, if you prefer.
Never miss a new client or important call again. Let our virtual receptionists handle your bookings and questions, so you can focus on your art. Start your free trial today!
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