Done-for-you AI front desk
Your AI receptionist, fully set up and managed.
We answer calls, book appointments, and follow up by SMS so you never miss another customer.
Live call
(415) 555-0198
01:24
Talkstead AI
10:31 AM
Thanks for calling. How can I help you today?
Caller
10:31 AM
I need to schedule an appointment.
Appointment booked
Tue, May 20, 2025 · 10:00 AM
with Dr. Taylor
SMS follow-up
Hi Alex, your appointment is confirmed for Tue, May 20 at 10:00 AM. Reply STOP to opt out.
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Trusted by service businesses
62%
say calls often go to voicemail
$38k+
annual receptionist wage benchmark
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AI answers instead of waiting for callback
A better phone experience for you and your customers.
The phone rings while the owner is in the field. Talkstead answers, captures the right details, books the next step, and texts the caller without making you manage another tool.
Answers every call
We answer 24/7, even outside business hours.
Books more appointments
We check availability and book the right next step.
Automated follow-up
We confirm by SMS and reduce no-shows.
Free guide
How service businesses stop losing calls to voicemail
Built for field-heavy businesses
Choose your industry. Then hear what your callers should hear.
Cleaning companies
more estimates booked without stopping a crew mid-job
HVAC companies
urgent calls routed correctly and routine maintenance booked after hours
Plumbing companies
high-intent callers get an immediate answer before they call the next plumber
Landscaping businesses
more qualified estimates collected without pulling the owner off route
Pest control companies
urgent pest calls become booked inspections instead of voicemails
Pool service companies
recurring service leads and repair requests are captured through peak season
Real estate agents
new leads get a prompt response while the agent stays present with clients
Insurance agencies
more quote opportunities captured without adding front office payroll
Home service businesses
fewer lost jobs from unanswered calls
Proof direction
Realistic customer language, ready to replace with launch proof.
“We used to lose estimate calls during deep cleans because nobody could pick up with gloves on. The AI asks the right questions, gets the address, and sends us a clean summary before we leave the driveway.”
“My techs stopped calling me every time the phone rang. Talkstead catches the no-cool calls, gets the unit details, and books the right window. It feels like an office person we do not have to manage.”
“The biggest change is after-hours. People call about listings at night. Now they get an answer, I get the buyer details, and I can decide who needs a personal call first thing.”
Cited assumptions
The math is based on real public data, not made-up customer wins.
CallRail business communications report: Reports that 62% of small businesses say calls often or always go to voicemail.
Bureau of Labor Statistics receptionist pay: Median receptionist hourly wage was $17.90 in May 2024.
CallRail lead response research: Summarizes speed-to-lead research showing strong gains from responding within five minutes.
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