Every Text About a Building Project Gets a Professional Reply. In Seconds.
Homeowners text you about extensions, loft conversions, and gut-and-renovate projects while you're on site setting steel or pouring footings. AI SMS replies instantly — capturing high-value building leads while you manage the build.
It's 11am on a Friday. You're on a scaffold platform in Greenwich, supervising a bricklayer who's building up the first-floor walls on a two-storey side extension. Your phone buzzes in your hi-vis: a text from a homeowner in Blackheath: 'Hi, we're looking at doing a loft conversion — dormer to the rear, possibly two bedrooms and an en suite. Property is a Victorian mid-terrace in SE3. Would you be able to come and take a look? We've got a rough budget of £45-50k.' You're 12 feet up and the mixer is running. Without AI SMS, that text waits until 4pm at the earliest. The homeowner has texted two other builders — one replies within four minutes and books a visit for Monday. With Rapid Receptionist, the AI replies immediately: 'Thanks for getting in touch with Greenway Construction. We've noted the rear dormer loft conversion at your Victorian terrace in SE3. We'll be in contact to arrange a site visit. Thanks for choosing us.' You call at 4:30pm, discuss the project, and book a Monday morning visit. A £48,000 loft conversion — captured by a text.
Why Builders Need AI SMS
Google Search Lead Capture
Homeowners searching 'builder near me' on mobile often text rather than call. The AI responds before they text the next builder on the page. For high-value building work, being the first professional response can win a five-figure contract.
Complex Project Descriptions
Customers text paragraphs describing their dream extension, their renovation ideas, and their timeline. The AI parses every detail — rooms, dimensions, materials, budget hints — and structures it into a lead you can assess at a glance.
Checkatrade & MyBuilder Leads
A large proportion of building enquiries from directories arrive as texts. The AI catches every one instantly. Since these customers are actively looking for a builder, fast response times directly correlate with conversion rates.
Landlord Renovation Requests
Landlords text about rental property renovations — kitchen refits, bathroom upgrades, and HMO conversions. The AI captures the property address, scope of works, and whether the property is occupied. You can quote efficiently without playing phone tag.
Trade Referral Texts
When an architect, surveyor, or estate agent refers a client to you via text, that referral lead arrives to the AI. Warm referrals are high-conversion leads — the AI ensures they're captured and acknowledged immediately.
No Phone in the Trench
Whether you're setting steel, pouring concrete, or working at height on scaffolding, you physically cannot check your phone. AI SMS handles every text automatically, so the only thing on your mind is the build.
AI SMS for builders is £19/month as an add-on or standalone. Unlimited texts. £299 setup. No contracts. See full pricing →
Frequently Asked Questions
How does AI SMS work for building enquiries?
When someone texts about an extension, renovation, loft conversion, or any building project, the AI reads the message, identifies the project type and scale, and sends a professional response. It captures the customer's name, address, project description, and any quantitative details like room dimensions or budget. You receive a structured lead notification.
Building quotes need a lot of detail. Does the AI ask follow-up questions?
The AI can be configured to ask qualifying questions — approximate project size, preferred start date, and budget range. This helps ensure the leads you receive have enough information for an initial assessment. The customer gets a professional interaction, and you get a pre-qualified lead.
I get texts from Checkatrade and MyBuilder. Does this handle those?
Perfectly. Directory-generated text leads are handled exactly like any other text enquiry. The AI responds instantly, captures the project details, and sends you a structured notification. Given that directory customers are actively searching for a builder, fast response dramatically improves your conversion rate from these paid platforms.
Can the AI handle commercial building enquiries via text?
Yes. Facility managers, commercial landlords, and developers sometimes text about office refurbishments, retail fit-outs, and commercial property maintenance. The AI handles these with appropriate professionalism and captures site details, project scope, and contact information.
Will the AI mention my accreditations?
During setup, we configure the AI to reference your FMB membership, NHBC registration, TrustMark certification, or any other credentials. These appear in text responses and build trust from the first interaction.
How much does AI SMS cost for builders?
AI SMS is £19/month as an add-on or standalone. Unlimited texts, no per-text fees. £299 setup. No contracts, cancel anytime, 30-day money-back guarantee.
Stop Losing Building Contracts to Unanswered Texts
Extensions, conversions, renovations — every text answered instantly. £19/month.
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