24/7 Call Answering for locksmiths
Never miss an emergency lockout call or service request. Our AI receptionist handles customer calls professionally and dispatches service instantly.
Why locksmith companies are switching to AI answering
Locksmith work is unpredictable by nature. You're on a job rekeying a commercial property when someone calls locked out of their car. You're driving to an emergency when a homeowner needs their locks changed after a break-in. The calls that pay the most come when you're already busy handling another customer.
The economics don't favor traditional answering solutions. A full-time dispatcher costs $40,000+ per year. Answering services take messages but can't dispatch or book. Meanwhile, the customer who just locked their keys in the car at 11 PM is calling down the list until someone picks up.
AI answering changes the equation. When an emergency call comes in, the AI gathers location, situation details, and urgency level, then dispatches you immediately while you're still on your current job. Routine calls for rekeying or lock installation get booked directly into your calendar without interrupting your work.
For lockout emergencies, speed is everything. The customer is stressed, possibly in a dangerous situation, and calling multiple locksmiths. The first one who answers professionally and dispatches quickly wins the job. AI answers instantly, every time, and handles the intake faster than any human.
After-hours calls are where locksmiths see the biggest ROI. A lockout at 2 AM, a broken key at 6 AM, a commercial lockout on Sunday morning. These premium-rate calls were going to voicemail before. Now they're turning into dispatches. One after-hours emergency covers a month of service.
The AI handles both residential and commercial calls, asking the right questions to qualify each job. It captures property type, lock type, urgency, and contact information, so when you arrive, you know exactly what tools and parts to bring.
Most locksmiths miss emergency calls while on other jobs or driving between locations.
Each missed emergency lockout is $200-400 in lost revenue going to competitors.
Nearly half of locksmith calls come after hours when people are most locked out.
Common locksmiths calls we handle
Our AI understands your business and handles these calls automatically.
| Call Type | Peak Timing | What AI Captures | Resolution |
|---|---|---|---|
🏠Residential lockout | Evenings, weekends | Address, lock type, urgency level, ID available | Emergency dispatch |
🚗Car lockout / Keys locked in | Anytime | Location, vehicle make/model, spare key status | Emergency dispatch |
🏢Commercial lockout | Early mornings, weekends | Business name, address, lock type, authorization | Emergency dispatch |
🔑Rekeying service request | Business hours | Property type, number of locks, reason for rekey | Appointment booked |
🔒New lock installation | Business hours | Lock type needed, door type, property address | Consultation booked |
🔧Broken key extraction | Anytime | Location, lock type, key situation, urgency | Emergency dispatch |
🏪Master key system inquiry | Business hours | Business type, number of doors, current system | Consultation booked |
❓"How much for a lockout?" | Anytime | Location, lock type, time of day, contact info | Quote provided |
Integrates with your locksmiths tools
After every call, NextPhone can update your CRM, add new contacts, book appointments, and trigger workflows automatically.
ServiceTitan
Create jobs and dispatch from AI calls
Housecall Pro
Book appointments and sync customer data
Jobber
Schedule service calls and create estimates
Google Calendar
Book appointments into available slots
Podium
Follow up with leads via text after calls
Zapier
Connect to 5,000+ other apps
From ring to booked revenue.
NextPhone handles the entire booking process autonomously, creating a seamless flow of data from the first ring to your calendar.
Trained on your website
We customize NextPhone to YOUR services, pricing, and booking flow.
Books into your calendar
Checks YOUR availability in real-time and schedules jobs instantly.
Syncs to your stack
Everything flows to YOUR CRM, calendar, and tools automatically.
Call Resolution Rate
First 7 Weeks
Every call picked up,
and handled perfectly.
When phones get busy or the office is closed, NextPhone takes over instantly—no more voicemail black holes.
Unlimited calls included
Flat monthly rate. No per-call or per-minute charges, ever.
Instant transfers
Complex calls route to your team immediately when needed.
Phone numbers anywhere
Get local numbers from any US, Canadian, or international area code.
20+ languages
Serve customers in Spanish, French, Mandarin, and more.
I was losing 3-4 lockout calls a week while on other jobs. Now the AI dispatches me immediately and I get all the details before I even arrive. Last month I captured 12 after-hours emergencies I would have missed. That's over $3,000 in extra revenue.
Simple, transparent pricing
Most customers recover the monthly cost from a single appointment.
Nextphone Pro
For lean teams getting started.
- Converts leads to booked appointments automatically
- Syncs with your calendar & CRM
- Unlimited calls (no per-minute charges)
- Call transcripts & summaries
- Custom training included
- No contracts, cancel anytime
Nextphone Enterprise
For multi-location teams.
- Multiple lines & locations
- Advanced routing & integrations
- Dedicated onboarding support
- Priority 24/7 support
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about NextPhone
Yes! The AI recognizes emergency indicators (locked out, broken key, etc.) and can immediately dispatch you while alerting you.
Yes! The AI can book routine lock installation, rekeying, and consultations. It checks your availability and confirms appointments instantly.
The AI works 24/7, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. It can handle emergency calls, dispatch you immediately, or schedule callbacks.
Yes! The AI can ask qualifying questions about the issue, urgency, and location to prioritize emergencies and route qualified leads to you.
The AI tracks every callback request and ensures you never miss a follow-up. It can schedule callbacks at your preferred times.
Yes! NextPhone integrates with popular scheduling tools. Appointments and customer information sync automatically.
Yes! The AI can ask about property type and route qualified leads to you while capturing all service details.
NextPhone costs $199/month with unlimited calls - no per-minute charges or hidden fees. Includes custom training, CRM integration, call transcripts, and summaries. No contracts, cancel anytime.
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