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How it works

You can't answer the phone when you're on a job. RingAssist can.

1

Forward Your Calls

Keep your existing number. Set up call forwarding once and RingAssist picks up when you're 40 feet up in a tree or running a chipper.

2

AI Answers & Books

A natural-sounding AI answers, captures the tree species and size, nearby hazards like power lines or structures, stump grinding needs, and address — then books an estimate on your behalf.

3

You Get the Job Details

Customer name, address, tree details, access info, and preferred time slot — all in a clean summary. Accept or reject the job when you're ready.

Hear It Yourself

Sounds Natural Like Your Own Receptionist

Listen to an actual call handled by RingAssist. No scripts, no robotic voice — just a natural conversation that books the job.

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Why tree service companies lose jobs when chainsaws are running.

Your crew is on-site dropping limbs, the chipper is screaming, and you're 40 feet up in a harness. That's exactly when homeowners are calling about the dead tree in their yard. By the time you're back on the ground, they've already booked someone else.

62% of tree service calls come during business hours when crews are on-site
$800–$2,500 average revenue per tree removal job lost to a missed call
3x more calls after major storms — when you're busiest and least available

The easiest way to grow your tree service business is to answer every call.

A typical arborist's day
6 – 7 AM
Loading equipment, rigging, driving to first site
1 call comes in
7 AM – 12 PM
On-site: climbing, cutting, running chipper
3-5 calls missed
Peak call hours
12 – 1 PM
Break — check missed calls
Too late. They already called someone else.
1 – 5 PM
Driving between jobs, afternoon removals
2-3 more calls missed
After Hours
Storm season — emergency calls come in at night
1-2 urgent calls missed
7-12 missed calls per week = $5,600 – $30,000/month in lost revenue

Why RingAssist is built for tree service

Generic answering services don't understand tree work. RingAssist does.

Knows tree service terminology

It understands the difference between a dead oak and a leaning pine, knows what species, canopy size, and stump grinding mean, and asks about crane access and hazard proximity.

Triages by urgency

A tree on a roof after a storm is more urgent than routine trimming. RingAssist flags storm damage, hazardous leaners, and downed trees so you can prioritize the calls that matter most.

Books around crew schedules

Tree jobs run unpredictable — a removal might take half a day or the full thing. RingAssist books estimates into your available windows, so you're not double-booked between a crane job and a pruning.

Blocks spam, keeps real leads

Tree trimming scam callers, SEO cold calls, and equipment warranty robocalls never reach you. Only real customers with real tree problems get through.

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What's included

  • AI answers calls 24/7
  • Call screening & spam blocking
  • Automatic appointment scheduling
  • Job details & clean summaries
  • Keep your existing phone number
  • Quick replies & follow-ups
  • Reports & call analytics
  • Cancel anytime, no contracts

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to change my tree service company's phone number?

No. You keep your existing business number. Just set up call forwarding and RingAssist picks up when you're on a job or after hours.

Can it handle storm damage calls when we're slammed?

Yes. RingAssist handles unlimited calls at once. After a major storm when everyone in town needs trees off their roof, every single call gets answered — no hold times, no voicemail, no lost jobs.

Does it schedule estimate visits for tree removals?

Absolutely. It books on-site estimate appointments into your available time slots, captures the address and tree details, and sends you a clean summary so you know what you're walking into.

Can it ask about crew size or equipment needs?

You customize exactly what it asks. Most tree service companies set it to ask about tree size, species, proximity to structures and power lines, stump grinding needs, and yard access for equipment.

How does it handle the seasonal rush in spring and after storms?

That's when it shines most. During peak season when your crew is booked solid, RingAssist keeps answering and booking. You never miss the surge of calls that comes with storm season or spring cleanup.

What about hazardous tree emergencies — trees on houses or blocking roads?

RingAssist flags emergencies as high-priority. It captures whether the tree is on a structure, blocking access, or near power lines so you can triage and respond to the most urgent jobs first.

Will homeowners know they're talking to AI?

Most don't. RingAssist uses a natural, friendly voice that sounds like a trained office receptionist. A homeowner with a tree leaning on their house just wants someone to pick up — and it does.

What if I'm between jobs and want to take the call myself?

RingAssist only picks up when you don't. If you answer first, it stays out of the way. You're always in control.

Stop losing tree jobs to voicemail

Every missed call is an $800-$2,500 job that goes to another tree company. Start your free trial and let RingAssist handle the phone.

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