Handyman Answering Service That Never Clocks Off
Your next job is calling right now. Jodie answers your phone while you're up a ladder, under a sink, or halfway through a flat-pack from Bunnings.
Trusted by 1,600+ Australian service businesses
The problem
A ringing phone won't wait while you finish the job
When you're drilling into a wall or grouting tiles, you cannot stop to answer the phone. But the homeowner with a list of odd jobs is already calling the next tradie on Google. They are not leaving a voicemail for skirting boards and door handles. They just want someone who picks up.
- 80% of callers looking for a handyman won't leave a voicemail
- Homeowners with small jobs call 2-3 handymen and book whoever answers first
- That adds up to 4-6 jobs lost per week
- A full-time receptionist costs A$2,500+/month just to answer the phone
80%
of callers looking for a handyman won't leave a voicemail
4-6
handyman jobs lost per week to missed calls
A$2,500+
monthly cost of a receptionist to answer your calls
How Handymen Use Jodie
Homeowner with a Job List
The situation: A homeowner calls with a list of odd jobs: put up shelves in the bedroom, fix a loose door handle, and tile the splashback behind the kitchen sink.
Jodie handles it: Jodie picks up, works through the list with the caller, asks about sizes and materials, and takes their address and preferred dates. You get a text with everything laid out so you can price the lot in one go.
Mid-Job, Hands Full
The situation: You're fixing a leaking tap or hanging a door and your phone rings with a new enquiry.
Jodie handles it: Jodie answers, takes the caller's name and job details, and lets them know you will ring back once you are finished. The lead is in your inbox when you put the drill down.
Flat-Pack Assembly Quote
The situation: Someone calls asking if you build flat-pack furniture. They have a wardrobe, a chest of drawers, and a desk they picked up from IKEA.
Jodie handles it: Jodie asks how many items, which brands, and whether they need anything wall-mounted. You get the full picture and can quote without a follow-up call.
After-Hours Strata Manager
The situation: A strata manager calls at 7pm with a maintenance list for a common area: broken fence paling, damaged letterbox, and a hallway door that does not close properly.
Jodie handles it: Jodie takes the property address, works through each item on the list, and lets the strata manager know you will be in touch in the morning. The message is ready and waiting when you start your day.
That job list is calling. Who is picking up?
Set up Jodie in under 2 minutes. She handles your calls while you handle the to-do list.
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Built for Handyman Services
Everything you need to stop missing work and start filling your diary.
Never Miss a Job Enquiry
Skirting boards, tiling, a sticking door — Jodie picks up straight away and gets the details so you can call back with a quote.
Job List Details You Can Plan From
Jodie asks what needs doing, how many jobs they have, and when they need it done. You get a clear list you can price and schedule without calling back for the basics.
Sounds Like Your Receptionist
Callers think they're speaking to your office. Jodie knows the jobs you take on, your service area, and your availability. No more losing leads because you were mid-task at a Bunnings run.
On Your Terms
Forward calls when you're up a ladder, mid-task, or done for the day. Switch it off whenever you want to answer yourself.
Live in Minutes
No tech skills needed. Set up call forwarding on your mobile and Jodie starts answering your handyman calls straight away.
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The next job list is one missed call away.
Let Jodie take your calls while you're getting the work done.
First 7 days free, then pricing from A$99/month