The ServiceHQ blog
Straight answers for contractors who'd rather be on the job than in the office.
How much do missed calls cost a contractor? (With a simple formula)
A plain formula for what unanswered calls and texts cost a home service business each month, with worked examples for electricians, HVAC, plumbers, and cleaners.
6 min read
How fast should a contractor respond to a new lead?
Why response time decides who wins home service jobs, what 'fast enough' means for calls, texts, and web leads, and how solo contractors can hit it while working.
5 min read
AI receptionist for contractors: what it does and is it worth it?
What an AI receptionist or AI lead agent does for a home service business, how it differs from an answering service, what it costs, and when it pays for itself.
7 min read
Do contractors still need a website in 2026?
Whether a home service business needs a full website, what a website must do to win jobs, and cheaper alternatives like a booking page with AI chat.
5 min read
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