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True Net Profit
Effective Hourly Rate: $0/hr
Reduce admin time on change orders with AI.
Streamline RequestsDeath by a Thousand Cuts
Change orders often look profitable because of the markup. But when you factor in the time spent quoting, coordinating subs, updating the schedule, and explaining the cost to the client, the profit often evaporates.
This calculator accounts for the "Hidden Admin Cost" (valued at $100/hr for your time). If you aren't charging enough to cover the friction, you are losing money.
Systematizing the Change Process
To make change orders profitable, you need to minimize the friction. You need a system that handles the communication without dragging you into a 30-minute phone call.
AI as the Middleman
Use an AI Receptionist to field change requests. When a client calls to say "Can we move that outlet?", the AI captures the request, transcribes it, and sends it to you. It sets the expectation: "I've logged your request. The builder will review and send a price." This prevents on-the-spot verbal agreements that lead to disputes later.
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Tools to manage scope creep:
AI Phone Receptionist
Create a buffer between you and the client so you can price changes accurately without pressure.
Protect your margins.
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