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Google reviews software for contractors: plumbers, electricians, roofers (2026)

Plumber, electrician, roofer, HVAC installer? Every 5-star Google review = 3 extra call requests per month. Here's how to systematically collect reviews after every job — without asking customers awkwardly.

Why contractors get 5-10x fewer reviews than restaurants

A contractor completes 3-8 jobs per day, but almost never asks for a review in person ("awkward", "customer just paid, don't push it"). Result: 2-4 reviews per month, when your competitor with an automated tool gets 25-40.

Yet contractors are the highest-intent local search category: 78% of "emergency plumber [city]" queries convert into a call within 1 hour. Top 3 local pack position = 5-15 extra calls per day.

The math for a plumber charging $150/service call:

  • +10 calls/day × 30 days × 40% conversion × $150 = +$18,000/month
  • Cost of Voxtya: $29/month = 620x ROI

The 3 features that matter for contractors

1. Post-job SMS (100% automatic)

Integrate Voxtya with your job scheduling (Housecall Pro, ServiceTitan, Jobber, or manual entry). 2 hours after job completion, the customer gets: "Hi [Name], thanks for choosing [Business]. Rate your experience: [1★ 2★ 3★ 4★ 5★]". 5-star clicks go to Google, 1-3 stars go to your private feedback form.

2. Before/after photo gallery on your site

78% of contractor buyers want visual proof of past work. Voxtya microsites include a drag-and-drop gallery with before/after sliders. Uploaded photos auto-generate Instagram + Facebook posts via AI Studio.

3. AI replies with trade-specific tone

"Great job on the leaky pipe!" gets a technical, humble reply ("Glad we could get to it before more damage — call anytime if you notice new drips"). Contractor-tuned prompts avoid over-formal or salesy tones.

Comparison of contractor review tools

ToolPricePost-job SMSPhoto galleryTrade-tuned AI
Voxtya Site$29/moYes 250 SMS/moYes before/after sliderYes contractor prompts
Voxtya Pro$59/moYes 500 SMS/moYes + auto-InstagramYes + custom voice
NiceJob$75/moYesYesGeneric AI
Podium$200+/moYes unlimitedNoYes
BirdEye$150-300/moYesNoYes

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Frequently asked questions

Does Voxtya integrate with Housecall Pro or ServiceTitan?
Business plan has native Housecall Pro + Jobber integrations. Pro plan uses Zapier (300+ apps supported). Site plan supports manual customer import via CSV or the mobile app tap.
Are the 250 SMS/month enough for a solo plumber?
Yes — a solo plumber averages 60-120 jobs/month. 250 SMS covers a 2-person team. Business plan includes 1000 SMS for larger crews.
What if a customer leaves a 1-star review anyway?
Voxtya alerts you within 5 minutes (email + SMS). AI drafts a professional reply focused on offering to resolve offline. Fast reply time (under 24h) softens the review's SEO damage.
Does this work outside US and France?
Yes — Voxtya operates in France, US, UK, Canada, Australia, Belgium, Switzerland. SMS pricing varies by country. English-speaking markets get contractor-tuned prompts by default.