AI Receptionist for NZ Builders · From NZ$197/month

Stop Losing Building Contracts to Missed Calls.

You're running a build site, on a roof, or in a consult when your phone rings. A homeowner wanting a quote for their new build or renovation hears voicemail and calls the next builder on Google. Our AI receptionist answers every call, qualifies the project, and captures the lead — so no opportunity slips through.

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62%
of calls to trade businesses go unanswered
85%
of callers who hit voicemail don't call back
$50k+
average contract value at risk from one missed call
What happens when your AI answers
Answers within 2 rings
Professional greeting in your business name
Qualifies the project
Asks about project type, scope, timeframe, and location
Captures all details
Name, address, phone number, and project description
Sends you a summary
Instant SMS or email — read it at the end of the day
Lead captured — contract opportunity preserved
You call back when ready. The client is waiting.
The Real Cost of a Missed Call

The Contracts You Don't Know You're Losing

The worst part about missing a call isn't the voicemail — it's that you never know how many project enquiries went to the next builder on the list.

Common New home build enquiry

A couple has land and a plan and they're calling to find a builder. They call three names — the two who answer get the meeting. You don't. The new build contract worth $350,000–$600,000 never even made it to your quote stage.

Common Kitchen or bathroom renovation

A homeowner is ready to renovate and has a budget. They call during your site day. Voicemail. They try the next builder. You never get the chance. Kitchen and bathroom renovations are typically worth $25,000–$80,000 — and happy clients refer others.

Common Home extension or second dwelling

A property owner wants to add a sleepout or extend their home. They're ready to move. They call, get no answer, and find someone who picks up. Extensions and sleepouts are worth $60,000–$200,000 — and they often lead to more work.

Common Commercial fit-out or light industrial

A business owner or developer wants to discuss a commercial project. They're making decisions fast. You're on-site. They don't leave a message — they find someone who answered. Commercial work often brings repeat and referral business for years.

What Your AI Receptionist Does

Built for Builders. Not a Generic Phone System.

We configure the AI with your project types, service area, and the qualification questions that matter for your building business.

Answers 24/7

Morning, evening, weekend. Every call gets answered in your business name — no voicemail, no missed contract opportunities.

Qualifies the Project

Asks about the type of build — new home, renovation, extension, sleepout, commercial — plus timeframe, approximate scope, and location. You arrive at the site visit knowing what you're dealing with.

Instant SMS Summary

At the end of the day or during a break, you check your messages and see a clean list of every enquiry — who called, what project they have, and how to reach them.

After-Hours Coverage

Weekend callers and after-hours enquiries are all captured. For builders, a customer who called Saturday morning and didn't hear back often assumes you're too busy and moves on.

Handles Any Call Volume

When you run a campaign, get a Google Business Profile boost, or referrals hit at once — the AI handles every concurrent call. No engaged tone, no voicemail.

Configured for Your Build Types

New builds, renovations, light commercial — we set up the AI around what you actually do, so it asks the right questions and sends you useful information.

Simple Setup

Up and Running in Under Two Weeks

1

Free strategy call

We learn about your building business — the projects you take on, how many calls you think you're missing, and what your ideal client looks like.

2

We build and configure your AI

We write the call script for a building business, configure the voice and tone, and set up the right project qualification questions. You review and approve it all.

3

Test and refine

We run test calls for different project scenarios — new build, kitchen reno, sleepout enquiry, commercial fit-out. You listen and confirm it sounds right for your business.

4

Go live — capture every enquiry

Your calls forward to the AI. Every project enquiry is captured, summarised, and sent to you. You follow up the right ones at the right time — nothing is lost.

Questions

Common Questions from Builders

Yes. We configure the AI with your project types — new builds, renovations, extensions, decks, sleepouts, commercial fit-outs — and your service area. It asks about the type of project, timeframe, and scope, captures all contact details, and lets the caller know you will follow up to discuss further.
The AI handles the initial qualification and makes sure you never lose the opportunity to have that conversation. It is not meant to replace your site visit or quote consultation — it is designed to make sure the right people hear a professional response and their details are captured so you can follow up at the right time.
You get a clean summary of each call as an SMS or email. At the end of the day you can see exactly who called, what project they have, and which ones to prioritise. You call back when it suits you — the lead is captured and not going anywhere.
An AI receptionist from PinPoint Local AI starts from NZ$197 per month. A single missed new build enquiry is worth hundreds of thousands in potential revenue. Even a missed kitchen renovation is worth $25,000–$80,000. The monthly cost is recovered from one captured enquiry that would have otherwise gone to a competitor.
Yes. We can configure different call flows for different caller types. Homeowner project enquiries and trade-to-trade subcontracting calls get handled appropriately for each scenario.
Setup typically takes one to two weeks from when we have your business details and project types confirmed. We handle all the configuration, run test calls with you, and go live once you're happy with how it sounds.
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We'll show you exactly how it works for a building business like yours, answer your questions, and give you a clear picture of what setup looks like. No pressure, no jargon.

  • Free 30-minute strategy call
  • Live demo of the AI handling a building enquiry
  • Clear pricing — no lock-in contracts
  • Setup handled entirely by us
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