Painter Answering Service — AI Receptionist

The 24/7 answering service built for Australian painters

Relay answers when you can't — while you're up a ladder, on a spray gun, or quoting a job across town. Every call answered, every lead captured.

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A real call, handled by Relay

See exactly what happens

Lisa Chen
4:10 PM · Standard
The caller says:

"Needs interior painting for a 3-bedroom house — wants it done before Easter"

Relay handles it:
  1. 1 Answers in 2 rings with your business name
  2. 2 Captures job type — interior, 3 bedrooms, ceiling height
  3. 3 Asks about surface condition, colour preferences, and timeline
  4. 4 Books straight into ServiceM8, Google Calendar, or your job system
  5. 5 Sends you an SMS summary — ready to quote or book an inspection
Result

You see the SMS after finishing the current job. Full brief with room count, surface details, and Lisa's deadline. You call back with a rough estimate and book the quote visit.

Relay detects emergencies

These keywords trigger urgent flagging in your SMS summary and ServiceM8 job card.

Water damage Smoke damage Storm damage Graffiti removal Insurance repair Urgent touch-up Mould on walls Peeling exterior

What Relay captures on every call

No more "please call back" messages. You get a complete brief.

  • Type of work (interior, exterior, commercial, residential)
  • Number of rooms or area size
  • Surface condition and preparation needed
  • Timeline and any deadlines
  • Colour or finish preferences
  • Whether they need a quote or are ready to book

Why painters choose Relay

Deep ServiceM8 integration

Relay creates jobs in ServiceM8, checks your live calendar, and recognises returning customers — not just a message pad.

Knows painting work

Understands the difference between a quick touch-up and a full exterior repaint. Captures room count, surface condition, and timeline so you can quote accurately.

Captures every lead

Painting is competitive — homeowners call 3-4 painters and go with whoever calls back first. Relay makes sure you're always first to respond.

Simple Pricing

One plan. One price. No surprises.

RECOMMENDED
Leva Relay
$199 /month
  • 24/7 AI call answering
  • ServiceM8 job booking
  • Calendar checking
  • SMS summaries
  • No setup fee
  • No contracts — cancel anytime
  • 14-day free trial
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Other AU options
$300–$500+ /month
  • LANA Software $300+/mo + $1,000 setup
  • Fully Booked $500/mo + $2,000 setup
  • Johnni AI ~$300+/mo

Pricing sourced from public websites, April 2026

Frequently asked questions

Can Relay handle quote requests for painters?
Yes. Relay captures room count, surface condition, interior/exterior, timeline, and any special requirements. You get a complete brief to prepare an accurate quote.
Does it book jobs into ServiceM8?
Yes. Relay creates job cards directly in your ServiceM8 account with the caller's details, job description, and preferred time.
What about commercial painting enquiries?
Relay handles both residential and commercial calls. For commercial jobs it captures square meterage, access requirements, and project manager contact details.
Can it handle after-hours calls?
Yes. Homeowners often call after work to get painting quotes. Relay answers 24/7 and texts you a summary so you can call back first thing in the morning.
How does pricing compare?
Most answering services charge $300-500/mo with setup fees. Relay is $199/mo flat rate — no setup fee, no contracts, 14-day free trial.
Why is call speed important for painters?
Homeowners typically call 3-4 painters and go with whoever responds first. Relay answers every call instantly and gets you the lead summary within seconds — so you're always first to call back.

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