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November 2025 • 8 min read

Top 5 Automations Every Service Business Should Set Up First

Start with missed-call text-back, review requests, invoice reminders, and more.

Start with High-Impact Automations

If you're new to automation, start with the five sequences that deliver the biggest ROI. These foundational workflows recover lost leads, reduce no-shows, build your online reputation, and accelerate cash flow - all without adding manual work.

The Top 5 Automations

1. Missed-Call Text-Back

What it does: Instantly sends an SMS when you miss a call, inviting the customer to book or reply.

Impact: Recovers 30-40% of missed opportunities.

2. Quote Follow-Up

What it does: Sends reminders to leads who received quotes but haven't booked yet.

Impact: Increases quote acceptance rates by 20-30%.

3. Appointment Reminders

What it does: Sends SMS/email reminders 24 hours before scheduled appointments.

Impact: Reduces no-shows by 50%+.

4. Post-Job Review Requests

What it does: Triggers review requests automatically after job completion.

Impact: Builds local SEO and drives organic leads.

5. Invoice Payment Reminders

What it does: Sends friendly reminders for unpaid invoices.

Impact: Accelerates cash flow and reduces accounts receivable.

What Comes Next

Once these are live, you can layer in lead nurture sequences, seasonal promotions, and cross-sell campaigns to drive compounding growth.

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