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THE ARCHITECTURE OF A TRADE INTAKE

A better project brief before the first call.

We engineer qualification flows that respect how custom trades actually bid and build. Clear questions, zero software jargon, and immediate clarity for both the craftsman and the client.

The Qualification PipelineReal-Time Triage & Ingestion
01

Visitor Arrives

Referral, Instagram project link, or Google Maps search.

Preserves initial referral attribution
02

Trade-Specific Logic

Asks for dimensions, timber specs, appliances, and permits.

Adapts dynamically to trade category
03

Asset Upload & Verification

Captures blueprints, sketches, and site condition photos.

Sanitized & routed to secure storage
04

Structured Shop Dossier

Owner receives SMS alert and complete project brief in CRM.

Ready for an educated first phone call
Flexible Persona Routing

Homeowner Intake vs Trade-Partner Intake

A custom cabinet shop deals with estate homeowners differently than a commercial general contractor requesting a Div 06 40 00 bid. GetIntakes routes each persona into the appropriate intake branch.

Mode A: High-End Homeowner Flow

Friendly Education Without Technical Barrier

Most homeowners don't know the difference between flush inset and overlay, or why an outdoor deck on a hill requires caisson footings. We guide them with visual cues, clear photo references, and realistic investment ranges so they feel informed and comfortable.

  • Room type and functional goals (e.g. Scullery, Island, Beverage Station)
  • Visual wood species & finish style selection
  • Realistic budget tiers without sticker shock
  • Simple photo uploader for mobile camera rolls
Sample Output Brief: Homeowner
• Project: Full Kitchen Reconfiguration
• Room: 16ft × 22ft (Drywall stage)
• Species: Natural Rift-Sawn White Oak
• Appliances: Sub-Zero 48" Panel Ready
• Budget: $60k - $85k (Self-funded)
• Timeline: Target move-in December
Verdict: High intent; architect blueprints attached; ready for phone consult.
System Anatomy

What Every GetIntakes System Delivers

01

Structured Field Collection

Collects project category, room dimensions, wood species, appliance models, investment brackets, site location, and preferred contact time.

02

Trade-Adaptive Logic

Rules shift depending on trade: decks ask for hill slope and caissons; built-ins ask for firebox clearance; commercial millwork asks for CSI divisions.

03

Secure File & Photo Uploads

Accepts multi-page PDFs, CAD exports (.dwg), and high-resolution job-site photos with server-side MIME type verification and safe naming.

04

Instant SMS & Email Alerts

Sends structured briefings to the owner's phone via SMS and to the estimating team's inbox or CRM within seconds of submission.

05

Privacy-Conscious Tracking

Measures intake start, step progress, completion rate, and referral UTMs. Zero third-party creepy ad trackers or bloated scripts.

06

Mobile-First Thumb Ergonomics

70%+ of homeowner referrals open links on smartphones. Every card, button, and tap target is engineered for quick one-thumb interaction.

Straightforward Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

No, unless your shop specifically operates with standardized linear-foot pricing that you explicitly want to display. By default, GetIntakes produces a qualified project brief, not an automated estimate. You maintain 100% control over pricing and scheduling.