AI Answering Service for Contractors

The answering service built for contractors.

You're on a job site. A homeowner calls about a kitchen remodel. Nobody answers. They call the next contractor on their list. Claudessa makes sure that never happens — 24/7, $29/mo.

$126K

average missed-call revenue loss per year for contracting businesses

85%

of callers who reach voicemail call the next contractor

$5,000+

average remodel estimate you lose to a single missed call

You're framing a bathroom addition. Your phone rings twice — one's a kitchen remodel lead, the other needs a deck estimate. That's $15,000+ in project value that just called someone else. Claudessa costs $29/mo.

Up and running in 3 steps

No forms. No setup wizard. We learn your contracting business the old-fashioned way — by talking to you.

Step 1

Sign up in 30 seconds

Name, phone, email. No credit card. Your 2-month free trial starts immediately.

Step 2

We call you to learn your contracting business

Claudessa calls you and learns the details: what types of work do you take? Residential, commercial, or both? Remodels, additions, new construction? Do you do kitchens and baths? What's your minimum project size? Service area? Licensing? Everything a receptionist needs — from a real conversation.

Step 3

Every contractor call answered, 24/7

Homeowner wants a deck estimate? Claudessa qualifies the project, confirms it's in your wheelhouse, and books the estimate appointment. Someone calls about work you don't do? Claudessa politely declines instead of wasting your time. You only hear about real opportunities.

Lead Qualification

Qualifies projects before they reach you.

Not every call is a good lead. Claudessa asks the right qualifying questions: What kind of project? Residential or commercial? What's the timeline? What's the budget range? Where's the property? If it doesn't match your business — wrong area, too small, a type of work you don't do — Claudessa handles it politely. You only get calls worth your time.

Missed Call — Wednesday 10:22 AM

Kitchen remodel inquiry. Caller hung up after 5 rings.

Answered — Wednesday 10:22 AM

Kitchen remodel, 200 sq ft, $40K budget, residential, timeline 3 months. Qualified lead — estimate booked for Thursday 2 PM. You texted with full details.

Claudessa Typical Service
Onboarding Voice conversation — we call you Script you write yourself
Knowledge Services, project types, minimum size, lead time, licensing Business name and hours
Setup effort Zero — we do the work Hours of scripting
Lead qualification? Asks qualifying questions, filters bad-fit projects Takes a message from everyone
Deep Knowledge

Knows YOUR contracting business — because we asked.

Do you take bathroom remodels under 100 sq ft? What about commercial tenant improvements? Is there a minimum project size? Do you carry general liability and workers' comp? What's your lead time right now? Claudessa knows all of this — because we had a real conversation with you about your business. When a homeowner calls about a kitchen remodel, Claudessa can tell them you specialize in kitchens, your typical timeline is 6-8 weeks, and your next available estimate slot is Thursday at 2 PM.

Instant Booking

Books estimates on the spot.

Homeowner is ready to talk about their project. Claudessa checks your calendar, finds an open slot, books the estimate, and confirms the address — while the caller is still on the phone. That homeowner isn't going to call two more contractors for estimates. You got there first.

Caller asks about kitchen remodel estimate
Project qualified — residential, 200 sq ft, $40K budget
Calendar checked — Thursday 2 PM available
Estimate booked and confirmed with caller
You get a text: "New estimate — kitchen remodel, Thu 2 PM, 123 Oak St"
Week 1
Handles basic contracting inquiries and estimate scheduling
Week 4
Discusses kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, and your estimate process
Month 3
Handles questions about ADU construction permits, timelines, and project scope
Month 6
Handles calls you didn't think an AI could handle
Self-Improving

Gets smarter about contracting every week.

Week one, a caller asks about ADU construction permits and Claudessa hasn't learned that topic yet. It takes a detailed message, flags the knowledge gap, and covers it in your next sync call. By month 3, Claudessa confidently discusses your approach to kitchen remodels, timelines for bathroom renovations, and how your estimate process works.

Simple pricing. No surprises.

Try free for 2 months. No credit card required. Cancel anytime.

Starter

For solo contractors

$29 /mo
  • 100 calls per month
  • 24/7 call answering
  • Voice-based onboarding
  • Lead capture & SMS alerts
  • Call summaries by email
  • $0.35/call overage
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Pro

For established operations

$129 /mo
  • Unlimited calls
  • Everything in Growth
  • Emergency dispatch protocol
  • Multi-technician routing
  • Priority support
  • API access
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Most GCs start on Starter — 100 calls handles a typical month. If you're running multiple crews and advertising heavily, Growth gives you room for busy seasons. Pro is for firms doing 50+ jobs a year.

Common questions about contractor answering services

How much does an answering service for contractors cost?

Claudessa starts at $29/mo for 100 calls. Growth ($69/mo) covers 300 calls. Pro ($129/mo) is unlimited. All plans include a 2-month free trial with no credit card required. Traditional contractor answering services cost $200-400/mo.

Can an AI handle calls while I'm on a job site?

That's exactly what it's built for. Claudessa answers every call 24/7 — whether you're on a roof, in a crawl space, or meeting with a client. It knows your services, rates, and availability. Callers get real answers and booked appointments, not voicemail.

How does Claudessa learn my contracting business?

We call you and have a real conversation. Claudessa learns your specialties (remodeling, additions, roofing, concrete, etc.), service area, typical project timelines, how you handle estimates, licensing and insurance info, and how you want calls handled. No forms, no scripting.

Can Claudessa schedule estimates and consultations?

Yes. Claudessa checks your availability and books estimate appointments on the spot. The homeowner gets confirmation before hanging up — no phone tag, no missed opportunities. You get a text with the details.

Is Claudessa better than a traditional contractor answering service?

Traditional services use generic scripts and just take messages. Claudessa actually knows your contracting business — your specialties, rates, project timelines, and how you handle different types of work. Callers get real answers instead of "someone will call you back." At $29/mo vs $200+/mo for traditional services.

Hear it for yourself.

Enter your number. Claudessa calls you in 30 seconds — as the receptionist for a real contracting company. Ask about kitchen remodel estimates. Check on project timelines. Book a consultation. Then imagine that's YOUR business.