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7 Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Office Manager for Your Plumber Business
Ask these 7 questions before you spend $60k on an office manager for your plumbing business.
Can they handle after hours call outs?
Plumbing emergencies don't keep office hours. A human office manager might not answer calls at 2am on a Saturday. AgentBuddy answers every call, day or night, and schedules urgent jobs without waking you up.
Do they know how to price a blocked drain from a photo?
Your office manager needs to turn a photo of a leaky pipe into a quote fast. Most humans struggle without technical knowledge. AgentBuddy uses AI to read photos and generate accurate quotes in seconds, so you win more jobs.
Will they chase late paying builders?
Builders and property managers often delay payment. A good office manager follows up invoices relentlessly. AgentBuddy automatically sends reminders and chases overdue payments, saving you the awkward conversation.
Can they manage your van stock and parts ordering?
Running out of tap washers or pipe fittings on site loses you a day's work. An office manager can track stock but it's tedious. AgentBuddy can integrate with your inventory system and alert you when supplies are low.
Are they good at following up leads from Google My Business?
A hot lead from a local search can turn cold in minutes. Your office manager should respond instantly. AgentBuddy follows up every enquiry within seconds, books a free quote slot, and adds the job to your calendar.
Do they have a backup plan for sick days and holidays?
When your office manager takes leave, who answers the phone? You end up doing it yourself. AgentBuddy never takes a sick day or holiday, so your business keeps running smoothly 365 days a year.
Will they actually save you money compared to hiring?
A human office manager costs you at least $60k a year plus KiwiSaver and holiday pay. AgentBuddy is NZ$249 per month. That's a saving of over $57k annually, with a free 2 week trial to prove it works.
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