Customer text templates for electricians
The general templates with electrical details filled in. The intake question comes first for a reason: if anything is sparking, hot, or smells like burning, the customer needs safety instructions before a booking.
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First contact
After-hours missed call (electrical)Text
Hi, you've reached [business]. We're closed for the night and will call you back by [time] tomorrow. If this is an emergency (like a burning smell), call [emergency number]. If you see sparks or smell burning, turn off the breaker if it's safe and call 911 if needed.
Web lead reply (electrical)Text
Hi [first name], thanks for reaching out to [business] about [service]. A couple quick questions so I can give you a straight answer: 1. Is anything sparking, buzzing, hot, or smelling like burning? 2. [Second question, e.g. "Is it one outlet or a whole room?"] 3. What days/times work best for a visit?
Tip: If they say yes to question 1, tell them to call emergency services or shut off power if it's safe, before you talk about scheduling.
Booking
Booking confirmation (electrical)Text
You're booked, [first name]. [Day, date], arrival window [window]. [Tech first name] will text when they're on the way. To help us get started fast: please make sure we can get to the electrical panel. Need to change it? Just reply here.
Big job: what to expect (panel upgrade)Text
Hi [first name], your panel upgrade is scheduled for [date]. What to expect: - Crew arrives around [time] and usually works until [time] - Power will be off for about [2 hours] - Please make sure we can get to the electrical panel - During the job, contact [name] at [number] We'll text you an update at the end of the day.
Tip: Give the real shutoff length for the job.
After the job
Review ask (electrical)Text
Hi [first name], thanks again for having us out to fix the breaker that kept tripping. If you have a minute, an honest Google review helps other folks in [town] find us: [review link]. Thank you!
Tip: For permitted work, many owners send the ask after the job passes inspection.
Reply to a 5-star review (electrical)Text
Thanks, [first name]! Glad the new panel is working well. We appreciate you trusting us with your home.Seasonal reminder: panel capacity (text, needs prior opt-in)Text
Hi [first name], it's [name] at [business]. If you're adding a big appliance, EV charger, or hot tub, it's worth checking panel capacity first. Want me to set up a visit? [Booking link or "Just reply YES"]. Reply STOP to opt out.
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