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An answering service for contractors that actually books the job

A traditional answering service takes a message. Lantra, the AI receptionist from Call Lantern, answers in your company's name, asks the questions you'd ask, books estimates into your open times, and texts and emails you a recap of every call, any hour of the day.

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Calls Lantra handles for contractors

Urgent calls reach you first

You decide what's urgent for your trade. Lantra texts you right away for those calls and leaves the rest for your recap. She is not an emergency service: for gas smells, fire, smoke or anyone hurt, she tells the caller to get to safety and call 911.

How it fits your day

Your carrier forwards unanswered and after-hours calls to Lantra, so your number doesn't change. You get a recap of every call, a daily summary, and a monthly tune-up report you can reply to with changes like new hours or services.

Lantra covers for you; she doesn't replace you. Every caller gets handed back to you with a recap by text and email, so you can call your customer right back. Your number stays the same: your carrier forwards unanswered and after-hours calls.

Pricing

Setup and your 14-day pilot are free. After that you pay for what you use: $297/month under 500 minutes, $397 for 500 to 1,200, $597 for 1,200 to 2,500, and $597 plus $0.25 per minute over 2,500. Month to month, and spam calls are never billed. See pricing details.

Questions from contractors

How is this different from a regular answering service?

Lantra books estimates into your calendar, follows up on quotes, and sends a structured recap of each call, instead of just passing along a message.

What trades does it work for?

Roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, remodeling, general contracting, landscaping, pest control and appointment-based service businesses.

Do I have to change my phone number?

No. You forward unanswered and after-hours calls to Lantra and keep your number.

Hear Lantra answer as your business

Fill in the quick demo form. Lantra will answer with your business name and email you your own recap. Setup and your 14-day pilot are free.

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