The AI Answering Service Built for Contractors
Replace your $500–$1,500/month answering service with an AI receptionist that answers every missed call 24/7, captures job details by SMS, and alerts you before the lead calls a competitor.
Chappie.bot is an AI answering service for contractors that answers every missed call 24/7 by instant SMS, captures job type and contact details, and forwards qualified leads to your phone. It costs $2.99 per captured lead with no monthly fee — versus $500–$1,500/month for a traditional human answering service. Setup takes 5 minutes. 7-day free trial, no credit card.
Chappie vs. a traditional answering service
Most contractors pay $500–$1,500/month for a call center that still misses nights, weekends, and overflow. Here's the side-by-side.
| What you're paying for | Chappie.bot | Human answering service | Voicemail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly base fee | $0 | $300–$1,500+ | $0 |
| Per-call / per-lead cost | $2.99 per captured lead | $1.00–$2.50 per minute | — |
| Answers 24/7 | Yes | Often business hours only | No |
| Responds fast | Yes | Hold times common | No |
| Captures job type & address | Yes | Inconsistent | No |
| Sends you the lead by SMS instantly | Yes | Email summaries, often delayed | No |
| Setup time | ~5 minutes | Days to weeks | 0 |
| Contract required | No | Often 6–12 months | No |
Pricing ranges based on industry averages for contractor-focused answering services in the US (2024–2025).
Why contractors switch to Chappie
Answers every call fast
The first contractor to respond wins the job ~78% of the time. Chappie texts the caller before they dial the next number on the list.
Pay only when a lead is captured
$2.99 per captured lead. No monthly minimum. If your phone is quiet, your bill is $0.
Captures the same details you'd ask
Job type, address, timing, and contact info — sent to your phone the moment they're captured. No transcribing voicemails.
Built for paid lead sources
Plug your Chappie number into Google LSA, Angi, Yelp, and Thumbtack so you stop paying for leads you never answer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an answering service for contractors cost?+
Traditional human answering services for contractors typically charge $300–$1,500+ per month, usually billed at $1.00–$2.50 per minute with a monthly minimum. Most HVAC, roofing, and plumbing contractors land in the $500–$900/month range. Chappie.bot replaces that with a flat $2.99 per captured lead — no monthly fee, no per-minute charges, no contract.
What is an AI answering service?+
An AI answering service uses a voice and SMS bot to answer inbound calls 24/7. When a customer calls and you don't pick up, the AI texts them back within seconds, asks the qualifying questions you'd ask (job type, address, timing), and forwards the captured lead to your phone. It works for missed Google LSA, Angi, Yelp, and direct calls.
Will customers know they're talking to a bot?+
Chappie answers by SMS, not voice — the same channel customers already use to text contractors. Messages are friendly, branded with your business name, and ask only the questions you'd ask. Most callers never realize the difference.
How fast does Chappie respond to a missed call?+
Fast. Studies show contractors who respond within 5 minutes are 100x more likely to win the job. Chappie texts the caller before they have time to dial the next contractor on the list.
Do I need a new phone number?+
Chappie gives you a dedicated lead-response number you can forward your existing line to, or use directly in your Google LSA, Angi, and Yelp ads. Setup takes about 5 minutes.
What happens if I don't get any leads in a month?+
You don't pay anything. Chappie is pay-per-captured-lead at $2.99 — no monthly minimum, no base fee. If your phone is quiet, your bill is $0.
Stop paying for leads you never answer.
Get your Chappie number in 5 minutes. 7-day free trial. No credit card.