How does an AI answering service suit a handyman business?
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It answers your phone while you are working, asks callers for their full list of jobs, books one visit in the right time block and explains your minimum charge. Licensed electrical, plumbing and gas work outside your list is politely referred, so you only travel for jobs you actually do.
Can it group several jobs into one visit?
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Yes. Miya asks the caller to list everything they need done, uses your time guide to pick the right block, such as one hour, two hours or half a day, and records any materials the customer already has, so the visit runs smoothly.
How does it handle work we do not do?
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You give Miya a list of the jobs you take on. Anything outside it, such as new wiring, gas fitting or roof work, is explained as needing a licensed trade, and she offers your preferred referral if you have one. She then asks about any other jobs on their list.
Will it tell callers our minimum charge?
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Yes, before booking, so there are no surprises when you arrive. Miya explains your minimum charge and hourly rate exactly as you set them, and never offers discounts unless you have written a specific offer into your setup. Travel or call-out fees, if you charge them, are explained at the same time.
Does it work with job management apps?
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Not yet. Small jobs are slotted into Google Calendar or Calendly, while RingOut writes a short job sheet for every call, listing each task and the access details, ready to copy into an app if you use one. Most handymen check the list each evening and plan the next day's route from it.
What does it cost a handyman business?
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A solo handyman can run comfortably on Starter, $49 monthly with an hour of calls. Small teams usually step up to Growth for $149, which adds recordings and 250 minutes. Prices are in AUD with GST added, setup is free and plans can change any month.