FollowUpDesk for painters
Painting estimates close on follow-up #2, not #1. Homeowners get 3-4 quotes then go quiet — the painter who follows up at day 5 wins about a third of those silent jobs.
- One pipeline for every web, Facebook, and referral lead
- Auto 3-7-14 follow-ups so every estimate gets the full cadence
- Color-consultation and booking SMS reminders
- Review automation to dominate the local pack
Flat $29/month · cancel in one click · no per-user fees
What you get inside FollowUpDesk
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Guides for painters
Free playbooks, scripts, and templates — written for your trade.
The best CRM for painters in 2026 (built for solo and small crews)
Painting estimates close on follow-up #2, not #1. Here's the short list of CRMs that fit a 1-3 painter operation — and the enterprise tools to skip.
June 23, 2026 · 6 min read
The painting contractor's follow-up playbook
Painting is one of the most quote-heavy trades there is. Here's the exact follow-up rhythm that turns more estimates into booked jobs.
June 21, 2026 · 5 min read
Contractor follow-up scripts: copy, paste, and send
Seven proven follow-up scripts for contractors — after quotes, after silence, after the job, and for repeat work. Copy, personalize, and send.
June 13, 2026 · 7 min read
How to Follow Up After Sending a Quote Without Sounding Pushy
Learn when to follow up after sending a quote, what to say, and how small businesses can track open quotes without losing leads.
June 11, 2026 · 12 min read
How to get 5-star reviews: the contractor's playbook
The exact ask, timing, and templates contractors use to go from 12 reviews to 200+ on Google — without paying for any of them.
June 21, 2026 · 7 min read
Frequently asked questions
What is the best CRM for a solo painter?▾
FollowUpDesk at $29/month flat — lead pipeline, automated estimate follow-ups, AI-drafted messages, and review automation. Jobber and HousecallPro work too but cost more and add features solo painters may not need.
How do painters get more Google reviews?▾
Auto-send the request the morning after the job is done. Conversion is 25–40% in that window and drops below 5% after a week.
Stop losing jobs to forgotten follow-ups
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