Built for handymen and contractors

Works while you're on a job. So you never miss another lead.

You cannot answer your phone while you are drilling, cutting, or under a sink. New clients call once and move on. PepperSend texts them back in under 5 seconds, captures the job request, and keeps the lead warm until you are free to follow up.

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Setup in under 5 minutes. Keep your number and your phone provider. Add AI website chat for $20/mo.

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MISSED CALL DETECTED
Missed call from (555) 638-0274
Hi! You just called Mike's Handyman Services and he missed your call. I'm the AI assistant. What can I help you with?
I need someone to patch drywall and fix a leaky faucet. Can you give me a ballpark?
Sure! Drywall patch is typically $150-250 depending on hole size, and faucet repair runs $85-150. What's your zip code and when are you available?
94103, anytime this week works.
30%
of business calls go unanswered
<5s
average text-back response time
1 job
is often all it takes to pay for a full year of PepperSend

From missed call to booked job. Automatically.

Every step is automatic. You stay focused on the job you are already on.

Missed Call or Voicemail
New client calls while you are on-site
~2 sec
Instant Detection
PepperSend catches it in real time
AI Text Sent
Personalized SMS in under 5 seconds
Job Qualified
AI gathers work type, scope, location, timeline
Lead Ready
You follow up with a qualified job request
Job Request Captured
Estimate Booked
Urgent Job Flagged
Handed Off to You

Built for solo operators who are always on the job

From the first text to the booked estimate, PepperSend handles the conversation while you work.

Missed Call and Voicemail Response

Whether the call goes unanswered or a client leaves a voicemail, PepperSend responds instantly with an AI that knows your services, rates, and availability.

AI Website Chat

Add one line of code to your site and a chat bubble answers homeowners from your own information. It captures their name and phone or email, and you get the transcript by email. A $20/mo add-on on Pay-as-you-go, included in Inferno, no per-chat fees.

Job Request Capture

AI collects what you need before every estimate: type of work, scope, property address, timeline urgency, and the caller's contact details. Qualified leads waiting in your dashboard when you finish the job.

After-Hours Coverage

Homeowners call evenings and weekends when they discover the leaky pipe or broken fixture. PepperSend responds at 10 PM on a Sunday the same as it does during business hours.

Service Knowledge Base

Train PepperSend on your service list, general pricing ranges, service area, and availability. AI gives accurate answers without committing you to specific prices before you have seen the job.

Repeat Client Management

When existing clients call to schedule follow-up work or refer a neighbor, PepperSend responds instantly. Keeping repeat clients happy keeps your schedule full without hunting for new work.

Lead Analytics

See which services are most requested, which zip codes call most, and whether callers are new or repeat clients. Data to fill your schedule and plan your route.

AI Voice (optional)

Want calls answered live, not just texted back? Turn on AI voice and the AI picks up your calls, answers from your business info, collects the caller's details and alerts you. Request it from your dashboard. $0.40 per minute, or 600 minutes included on Inferno.

Up and running in 5 minutes

Three steps. No hardware. No contracts.

1

Forward your unanswered calls

Get your PepperSend number, then set your phone to forward unanswered and busy calls to it. Keep your number, the one on your van, your business cards, and your Google Business profile, and keep your phone provider. Callers hear a short notice, then the AI texts them back.

2

Add your services and rates

Paste your service list, general pricing ranges, service area, and your typical response time. Or let PepperSend scrape your website. The AI learns your business in minutes.

3

Start capturing job requests

Every missed call triggers an instant text. The AI gathers job details, qualifies the lead, and has a full summary waiting for you when you are done working.

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Every missed call is a job that could have been yours.

Simple pricing for handymen and contractors

One captured job pays for years. No contracts. Cancel anytime.

Mild

$15 /mo

+ $0.03/SMS · $0.40/AI voice min

  • AI website chat, included
  • AI missed call text back
  • AI voice, optional ($0.40/min)
  • Knowledge Base training
  • Lead Inbox (built-in CRM)
  • Full dashboard
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Inferno

$249 /mo

1,000 SMS + 600 voice min/mo

  • Everything in Mild
  • 1,000 SMS messages/month
  • 600 AI voice minutes/month
  • Multi-location support
  • Chat in your brand colors
  • Dedicated account manager
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INDUSTRY INSIGHT

The job that called while you were on a ladder

Handymen and independent contractors book the majority of their work directly by phone -- but most of those calls arrive during job hours when both hands are busy. Missing just two or three calls per week at an average job value of $350 adds up to more than $36,000 in unrealized annual revenue. PepperSend qualifies the job type, collects the address, and holds the lead until you can call back.

Average handyman job value: $150 to $500+ per visit

Repeat customers and referrals are the lifeblood of independent handyman businesses. A fast, professional text response to a missed call sets the tone for the entire customer relationship.

PepperSend AI -- Active
Caller · 1:44 PM
Hi, I have a wooden deck that needs a few boards replaced and a good power wash. Looking for someone this week if possible.
PepperSend AI · 1:44 PM
Hi! Board replacement and power washing is something we can definitely help with. Roughly how many boards are we talking, and is this a residential deck?
Caller · 1:45 PM
Yeah, residential. Maybe 6 to 8 boards, nothing major. Just soft and rotting.
PepperSend AI · 1:45 PM
Got it. Can I get your name and address? I will pass this along and someone will call you back within the hour with availability and a rough estimate.

Illustrative conversation. Your AI is trained on your own business information.

Frequently asked questions from handymen and contractors

Everything you need to know about missed call text back for handyman businesses.

How does missed call text back work for handymen?
When you are on a job and cannot answer your phone, PepperSend detects the missed call and texts the caller back in under 5 seconds. The AI introduces itself as your assistant, asks what they need help with, and collects job details including type of work, location, timeline, and contact info. You finish the job you are on and follow up with a qualified lead waiting in your dashboard.
Can the AI capture job requests while I am drilling or cutting?
Yes, that is exactly what PepperSend is built for. Solo handymen cannot answer the phone mid-task. PepperSend responds the moment a call is missed - whether you are running a saw, hanging drywall, or under a sink. The AI handles the entire conversation and the lead summary is waiting for you when you are done.
What job details does the AI collect from callers?
PepperSend's AI gathers what you need to quote a job: type of work (plumbing, carpentry, drywall, painting, etc.), scope of the project, property address, timeline urgency, and the caller's name and contact info. You can train your Knowledge Base with the specific questions you ask before every estimate.
Do I need a new number to add text back to my handyman business?
No. You keep your number, the one on your van, your business cards, and your Google Business profile, and you keep your phone provider. You forward unanswered and busy calls to a toll-free PepperSend number, and callers hear a short message that you will text them. The AI texts back from that PepperSend number and keeps the conversation going. It works with any provider or cell carrier that supports call forwarding. Setup takes about 5 minutes.
How much does missed call text back cost for handymen?
PepperSend starts at $15 per month (Mild) with SMS at $0.03 each and AI voice at $0.40 per minute. The Inferno plan at $249 per month includes 1,000 SMS messages and 600 AI voice minutes, plus multi-location support. One captured job that would have gone to a competitor easily pays for the service for a year or more.
Does PepperSend work on my website too?
Yes. AI website chat is a $20/mo add-on on Pay-as-you-go and included in Inferno, with no per-chat fees. Add one line of code and a chat bubble answers homeowners using your business information, then captures their name and phone or email. You get an email alert with the full transcript. You can also share a hosted chat link or QR code. No phone setup is needed.

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