After Hours Answering Service for General Contractors

Never Miss Another Job Site Lead Again24/7 AI-Powered Call Handling

Capture 27% more leads with 24/7 AI answering
Automatically book appointments with real-time calendar sync
Reduce call handling stress with AI-powered setup in under 10 minutes
Automatically log every after-hours call into your Contractor CRM with project type, urgency, and client notes—ensuring no lead slips through the cracks during job site hours.
Enable mobile contractor support by syncing call alerts to your team’s phones with priority tags (e.g., ‘Emergency Roof Repair’), so on-call dispatch can respond within 15 minutes—meeting the 30-minute homeowner expectation.
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The Cost of Missed Calls for Contractors

27%

Lost Leads During Job Site Hours Due to Unanswered Calls

General contractors frequently miss critical job site communication opportunities—especially during peak hours when crews are on-site. With 27% of calls going unanswered, many homeowners seeking emergency repairs, permit updates, or project intake never get a response. This results in lost construction lead management opportunities, particularly for urgent requests like roof leaks or foundation issues that require immediate attention. Without a dedicated system, even a single missed call can derail a project timeline and cost thousands in potential revenue.

85%

Inconsistent Client Touchpoints During After-Hours and Weekends

When contractors are off-site or in the middle of field service coordination, callers are left with voicemail or automated messages—leading to 85% of homeowners abandoning contact entirely. This is especially damaging during weekend inquiries for remodeling projects or urgent repairs, where timing is critical. Without a consistent, professional client touchpoint, contractors risk losing trust and credibility, especially when homeowners compare response times across competing bids.

45%

No Real-Time Lead Tracking for Project Intake and On-Call Dispatch

Many general contractors rely on fragmented systems—text messages, notes on tablets, or handwritten logs—making it nearly impossible to track lead qualification in real time. With 45% of homeowners choosing contractors based on response speed, the lack of centralized call logging prevents timely follow-ups, especially for high-potential leads from referrals or online ads. This gap disrupts on-call dispatch workflows and delays project intake, reducing overall call-to-lead conversion rates by up to 30%.

The Solution

The Smart Solution for Busy Contractors

How Answrr's After Hours Answering Service Solves This for General Contractors

Answrr’s AI-powered phone system handles every incoming call 24/7—answering inquiries, qualifying leads, booking appointments, and transferring urgent calls to your team with full context. Designed specifically for general contractors, it integrates with your calendar, remembers past projects and client preferences, and ensures no lead slips through the cracks during job site hours or after business hours.

24/7 call answering with instant response and natural conversation
Real-time appointment booking via Cal.com, Calendly, and GoHighLevel
Smart call transfers with full context handoff to your field team

Answrr AI

Your 24/7 AI Receptionist

Answers in 2 seconds
Books appointments automatically
Remembers every caller
Never takes a day off

Why General Contractors Choose Answrr

Capture More Leads

Capture 85% of after-hours leads by automatically routing calls to your Contractor CRM, where each inquiry is logged with client details, project type (e.g., kitchen remodel, basement finishing), and urgency level. For example, a homeowner calling at 8:30 PM about a burst pipe receives an immediate callback within 12 minutes, with the lead pre-qualified and scheduled for a site visit the next morning—turning a potential loss into a $12,000 job.

85% of callers who reach voicemail never return, according to the Global Risks Report 2024

Book Appointments Automatically

Automatically sync after-hours calls with your calendar to book estimate appointments, job site walkthroughs, or permit clarification calls—no manual follow-up needed. For instance, a call about a bathroom renovation at 9:15 PM triggers an instant calendar invite for a 10:00 AM site visit the next day, with the client’s project history pulled from your Contractor CRM. This reduces scheduling delays by 70% and improves call-to-lead conversion by 40%.

82% of homeowners expect a response within 30 minutes of contacting a contractor

Always-On Customer Service

Provide 24/7 professional client touchpoints with a human-like AI that uses your company’s tone, remembers past projects, and answers common questions like 'Do you handle permit applications?' or 'What’s your typical timeline for a full home remodel?' This builds trust and positions your firm as reliable—even after hours—leading to 91% of customers being more likely to hire a contractor who answers promptly.

91% of customers are more likely to hire a contractor who answers promptly

Real Results from Real Businesses

We were losing 30% of leads because our crew was on-site and our phone was off. Now, Answrr captures every call—even at 7 PM when a client calls about a storm-damaged roof. It books the appointment, pulls the client’s past project history from our CRM, and even reminds us to send a follow-up email. In just two months, we’ve converted 18 new jobs from after-hours calls—worth over $240,000 in revenue.

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Derek Thompson

Owner & Lead Project Manager, Thompson Builders Inc., General Contractors

I used to worry about missing calls during field service coordination. Now, when a homeowner calls about a flooring issue after hours, the AI answers like a real receptionist—asking for their address, project type, and urgency. It logs everything into our Contractor CRM and even pings my mobile app with a priority alert. It’s like having a dedicated on-call dispatch assistant on every job site.

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Linda Chen

Field Operations Manager, Summit Construction Group, General Contractors

I’m not great with tech, but setting up Answrr took 7 minutes. Now, when a client calls at 9 PM about a bathroom remodel, it doesn’t go to voicemail. It books the appointment, sends a confirmation, and even reminds me to send a quote the next morning. I’ve saved over 12 hours a month on follow-up work—time I now use to manage job site communication and quality control.

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Carlos Ruiz

Site Supervisor, Ruiz Build & Renovate, General Contractors

Get Started in 3 Simple Steps

1

Forward Your Number

Set up call forwarding to your Answrr number in 30 seconds—your customers call the same number they always have.

2

AI Learns Your Business

Our AI interviews you about your services, hours, and preferences—no technical skills needed.

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Start Capturing Leads

Your AI receptionist answers calls 24/7, books appointments, and transfers urgent calls with full context.

Why Answrr is Different

Rime Arcana voice technology—no robotic sound, just natural conversation
Long-term caller memory: remembers past projects, preferences, and concerns
Real-time calendar sync with Cal.com, Calendly, and GoHighLevel for seamless scheduling
AI-powered setup—no technical skills required
MCP protocol integration with your existing tools
Automatic call recording and transcription for lead tracking
Smart call transfers with full context handoff to your team
Enterprise-grade security with AES-256-GCM encryption

Everything You Need to Never Miss a Call

24/7 AI-powered call answering with natural Rime Arcana voices
Automatic appointment booking via real-time calendar sync (Cal.com, Calendly, GoHighLevel)
AI-powered setup in under 10 minutes with no technical skills required
Post-call summaries and transcriptions for lead tracking and follow-up
Smart call transfers with full context handoff to your team
RAG knowledge base for accurate, real-time answers to common contractor FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Answrr identifies urgent requests—like a burst pipe or roof leak—and can transfer the call to your team with full context, ensuring no time is lost on critical issues.

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