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Electrical: AI receptionist opening script

A first-30-seconds script for an AI or human receptionist answering an electrical call.

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Why it works

The opening decides if the caller stays. Fast, warm and one clear question beats a long greeting.

Steps

  1. 1

    Greet with business name and your name.

  2. 2

    Ask what's going on.

  3. 3

    Ask the urgency question.

  4. 4

    Confirm address or location.

  5. 5

    Offer two booking options.

Prompt / script

Receptionist prompt:
You answer calls for [BUSINESS], an electrical company in [CITY]. Be warm, brief and plain.
Open: "Thanks for calling [BUSINESS], this is [NAME]. What's going on today?"
Then ask: "Is anything sparking, hot or smelling like burning?"
If urgent (a dead circuit, burning smell or sparking outlet): "Got it. Let's get someone to you as soon as possible." Offer the soonest slot.
If not urgent: "Do you know your panel size or age?" then offer two time windows.
Always confirm name, phone, and service address before ending.
Never quote exact prices. Say: "The electrician will give you an exact price on site."

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