Painter Answering Service

AI Receptionist for Painters

Keep your hands on the brush. Marlie answers calls, qualifies leads, and schedules estimates 24/7.

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Paint more, worry less about missed calls

Painting requires precision and focus. Whether you're up on a ladder or discussing color palettes with a client, you can't always grab the phone. But in a competitive market, a missed call often means a lost job.

Marlie gives you a professional front office without the overhead. Our AI receptionist answers 24/7, gathering project details, scheduling estimates, and answering questions about your services. We help you fill your pipeline with qualified leads while you focus on delivering high-quality work.

Paint more, worry less about missed calls
82%

Expect Response

of homeowners expect an immediate answer when calling for an estimate.

24/7

Lead Capture

Capture leads from customers researching painters in the evenings and on weekends.

$0.25

Per Minute

Save thousands compared to hiring office staff or using expensive call centers.

Built for Painting Contractors

Estimate Scheduling

Book on-site estimates directly into your calendar, so you show up to booked appointments, not just leads.

Lead Qualification

Determine if it's interior, exterior, residential, or commercial before you commit to an estimate.

Smart Human Escalation

Let AI handle the routine inquiries while critical calls or large commercial bids are transferred to you.

Bilingual Support

Communicate effectively with a diverse range of customers and subcontractors in over 50 languages.

Service Area Verification

Ensure potential jobs are within your coverage area before booking an appointment.

Instant CRM Sync

Push lead details to tools like Jobber, Housecall Pro, or PaintScout automatically.

Trusted by 2,000+ businesses

"To anyone who is looking for an AI answering service, I think Marlie.ai is the best"

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Albin Dejesus
Owner
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Connects with your favorite tools

Marlie plays nice with the software you already use. Sync calls, calendar, and customer data instantly across 8,000+ integrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly does Marlie answer calls?

Marlie's AI Receptionist answers every call in under 2 seconds, 24/7. This eliminates hold times and voicemail, ensuring your painting business never misses a lead.

Can Marlie schedule estimates for me?

Yes! Marlie connects with your calendar to book estimate appointments based on your availability. You can set rules for travel time and buffer periods.

Does Marlie screen for job type?

Absolutely. Marlie can ask callers if they need interior or exterior painting, residential or commercial work, and even the approximate size of the project, helping you prioritize high-value jobs.

What's the cost compared to a traditional receptionist?

Starting at just $49/month, Marlie is the best AI receptionist for painters looking to cut costs. We are 90% cheaper than traditional call centers that charge $2-3 per call, offering affordable, 24/7 coverage for just $0.25 per minute.

Can I keep my existing phone number?

Yes, you simply forward your existing business line to your Marlie number. You can choose to forward all calls, or only those you can't answer yourself (conditional call forwarding).
Easy onboarding

Get set up in minutes

Create your receptionist in 15 minutes and start receiving calls immediately. Try it for 2 weeks risk-free with our money-back guarantee.

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