Curious how AI is transforming the way home service businesses handle customer calls and convert leads? In this episode of Owned and Operated, John sits down with Rafi, from Avoca—an innovative voice AI platform purpose-built for the trades. Together, they dive deep into how AI is reshaping call center operations, reducing reliance on human CSRs, and boosting conversion rates across the board.
From 24/7 call answering to real-time customer interaction, Avoca is helping businesses from $2M to $100M scale more efficiently while cutting costs and minimizing lost leads. Rafi shares the strategy behind successful AI implementation, stressing the importance of starting small, refining workflows, and scaling with confidence.
Plus, we explore other high-impact AI tools for home service businesses, like in-field technician coaching and automated dispatching—offering a glimpse into the future of operational excellence in the trades.
🚨 In This Episode, We Cover:
🔹 How voice AI is revolutionizing call center operations
🔹 Reducing lead loss and driving better conversion rates
🔹 Real-world success stories from $20M–$100M businesses using Avoca
🔹 Tactics for starting small and scaling AI across your org
🔹 Other AI innovations in coaching, dispatch, and more
🔹 Why now is the time to adopt AI in the home service industry
🎙️ Episode Host:
🗣️ John Wilson
🎙️ Guest:
🗣️ Rafi from Avoca AI
🚨 This episode is sponsored by
💡 Shoutout to Avoca AI!
Avoca is helping home service companies level up with 24/7 AI call handling, performance insights, and targeted coaching.
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