AI Receptionist for Service Businesses

Every call answered.
Every lead qualified.
Every appointment
booked.

An AI receptionist that answers your business phone 24/7, qualifies callers, answers questions about your services, and books appointments directly on your calendar. You only talk to people who are ready to buy.

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Response time
24/7
Availability
100%
Answer rate
99%
Cheaper than human
The Problem
You're losing money every
time the phone rings.

Not because you don't want to answer. Because you're on the job, in a meeting, or it's 9pm on a Sunday.

62%

of calls go unanswered

For small service businesses, more than half of inbound calls are missed. Most of those callers never try again — they call the next business on Google.

$1,200+

lost per month on average

Each missed call is a potential job worth $200–$500. Miss 3–5 calls a week and you're bleeding over a thousand a month in lost revenue.

78%

book whoever answers first

Speed wins. The first business to respond gets the job. When your phone goes to voicemail, you've already lost to the competitor who picked up.

How It Works
Your phone rings.
The AI handles it.

No app to install. No software to learn. Appointments show up on your existing calendar.

01

Call comes in

A customer calls your business number. The AI picks up instantly — under 1 second — with a natural, professional greeting.

02

AI qualifies them

Asks what service they need, where they're located, their timeline. Answers questions about your services and pricing from your business info.

03

Appointment booked

If they're a good fit, the AI checks your real calendar and books them on the spot. Syncs to your Google Calendar or Outlook instantly.

04

You show up

You get a notification with the caller's details, what they need, and when they're booked. You just turn up and do the job.

Who It's For
Any business that answers
a phone and books jobs.
Blue Collar

Trades & Home Services

You're on the tools, on a roof, under a sink. You physically can't answer the phone. The AI can.

  • Plumbers
  • Electricians
  • HVAC
  • Roofers
  • Landscapers
  • Painters
  • Pest Control
  • Pool Service
  • Fencing
  • Concrete
  • Pressure Washing
  • Auto Repair
Pink Collar

Service & Care

Your front desk is one person deep. When they're with a client, the phone goes to voicemail. Not anymore.

  • Hair Salons
  • Barbers
  • Nail Salons
  • Med Spas
  • Dog Groomers
  • Dental Offices
  • Chiropractors
  • Vets
  • Daycare
  • Cleaners
  • Personal Trainers
  • Yoga Studios
White Collar

Professional Services

You're in meetings all day. Your admin is overloaded. The AI handles initial qualification so you only speak to real prospects.

  • Law Firms
  • Accountants
  • Real Estate
  • Insurance
  • Financial Advisors
  • IT Support
  • Recruiters
  • Consultants
  • Architects
  • Property Mgmt
The Comparison
Human receptionist vs
FORGE Voice.
Human ReceptionistAnswering ServiceFORGE Voice
Monthly cost$3,000–$4,000$200–$500$297–$497
Available 24/7
Never calls in sick
Books appointments live
Knows your business
Qualifies leads
Handles 100 calls at once
Calls back missed calls✓ (Professional)
Syncs to your calendarSometimes
Full call transcripts
Outbound follow-up calls✓ (Professional)
Pricing
Simple pricing.
No surprises.

Every plan includes setup, training, and ongoing optimisation. No contracts. Cancel any time.

Voice Starter
$297/mo

AI receptionist — standalone. No website required.

  • AI receptionist on your number
  • 24/7 inbound call answering
  • Lead qualification on calls
  • Live appointment booking
  • Google/Outlook calendar sync
  • Call transcripts & recordings
  • Email summaries after each call
  • Up to 100 calls/month
Get Started
Voice Professional
$497/mo

The full AI phone system. Inbound + outbound.

  • Everything in Starter
  • Outbound AI follow-up calls
  • Missed call auto-callback
  • SMS follow-up after calls
  • Call transfer to your mobile
  • Custom AI personality
  • Priority support
  • Up to 300 calls/month
Get Started
Complete
$497/mo

Pro website + lead system + Voice Starter. Save $49/mo.

  • Free custom website
  • Hosting, security, maintenance
  • Missed-call text-back
  • 24/7 live chat
  • Google review automation
  • Mobile lead inbox
  • AI receptionist (Starter)
  • Calendar sync & transcripts
Get Started
Complete Pro
$697/mo

Everything. Website + lead system + Voice Professional.

  • Free custom website
  • Full Pro lead system
  • AI receptionist (Professional)
  • Outbound AI calls
  • Missed call auto-callback
  • SMS follow-up
  • Custom AI personality
  • Up to 300 calls/month
Get Started

No contracts

Monthly rolling. Cancel any time.

Setup included

We build and configure everything for you.

Live in days

Your AI receptionist is answering calls within a week.

FAQ
Common questions.
What is FORGE Voice?
FORGE Voice is an AI receptionist that answers your business phone 24/7. It qualifies callers, answers questions about your services and pricing, and books appointments directly on your calendar. You only speak to people who are ready to buy.
Does it sound like a robot?
No. Modern AI voice agents use high-fidelity natural voices with sub-500ms response times. They handle interruptions naturally — if the caller speaks while the AI is talking, it pauses and listens, just like a real person. Most callers cannot tell the difference.
Will it work with my existing phone number?
Yes. You can assign your existing business number to the AI agent, or we can set up a new dedicated number. You can also configure it for after-hours only if you prefer to answer during business hours yourself.
What's the difference between Starter and Professional?
Starter ($297/mo) handles inbound calls — answering, qualifying, and booking. Professional ($497/mo) adds outbound AI calls (follows up on new leads within minutes), missed call auto-callback, SMS follow-up, and a custom AI personality. Professional is best if you want the AI to proactively chase leads, not just answer the phone.
What are the Complete and Complete Pro bundles?
Complete ($497/mo) bundles a FORGE Pro website and lead system ($249 value) with Voice Starter ($297 value) — you save $49/mo compared to buying them separately. Complete Pro ($697/mo) bundles the Pro website with Voice Professional ($497 value) — you save $49/mo.
Do I need a FORGE website to use Voice?
No. Voice Starter and Voice Professional are standalone products. The AI receptionist works with any business, whether you have a FORGE website or not. The bundle pricing is there if you want both.
What if the AI can't answer a question?
The AI says "That's a great question. Let me have someone get back to you on that specifically." It then creates a task and notifies you. For emergencies or high-value callers, it can transfer the call to your mobile instantly.
What if someone asks if they're talking to AI?
The AI is honest. It says something like "I'm the AI assistant for [your business]. I help answer questions and book calls. Everything I tell you is backed by the team." Transparency builds trust.
How does it compare to a human receptionist?
A human receptionist costs $3,000–$4,000/month and handles one call at a time. FORGE Voice costs $297–$497/month, handles 100 calls simultaneously, never calls in sick, works 24/7 including weekends and holidays, and provides full transcripts of every conversation.
How do I see my bookings?
Appointments sync directly to your Google Calendar or Outlook. You don't need to download any app or learn new software. You also get an email and/or SMS notification after every call with a summary of what was discussed.

Stop losing jobs to
your voicemail.

Book a free demo and hear the AI receptionist in action. We'll show you exactly how it would work for your business.

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