What is missed-call text-back?

Missed-call text-back is an automated system that sends a personalized text message to any caller your business misses, usually within 60 seconds. Instead of losing that lead to a competitor, they get an immediate response with a link to book, ask a question, or continue the conversation over text.

How fast does the text go out after a missed call?

Our system triggers within 60 seconds of the missed call. Research from Lead Connect shows that businesses responding within 5 minutes are 21x more likely to qualify a lead than those waiting 30 minutes. Most of our clients see texts delivered in under 30 seconds.

Does this work after business hours?

Yes. That is actually the biggest win. Studies show 62% of calls to local businesses go unanswered after hours. With missed-call text-back running 24/7, you capture leads at 9 PM on a Saturday the same way you would at 10 AM on a Tuesday.

Can I customize the text message?

Absolutely. We set up personalized messages based on your business type, tone, and goals. Most clients include a greeting, a booking link, and an option to text back. You can also set different messages for business hours vs. after hours.

Will customers know it is automated?

Not unless you want them to. The messages are written in natural language and come from your business phone number. Most customers assume a real person texted them, which is the point - it feels personal and responsive.

What industries does this work for?

Any local service business that takes phone calls: HVAC, plumbing, dental, med spas, legal offices, auto shops, fitness studios, restaurants, veterinary clinics, property management. If your customers call to book or ask questions, missed-call text-back will recover lost leads.

How is this different from a voicemail?

Voicemail asks the customer to do more work after they already failed to reach you. A text message meets them where they already are - on their phone - with a direct path to book or get answers. Text response rates are 45% vs. under 5% for voicemail callbacks.

Missed-call text-back is included in HEARD's Booked & Reviewed system. There is no separate fee. You get the automation, the booking integration, and the follow-up sequences as part of the package. Book a free strategy call to see how it fits your business.

Part of the Booked & Reviewed System

Every Missed Call Is a Customer Calling Your Competitor

Your phone rings. Nobody answers. That lead is gone in 90 seconds. Unless your business texts them back first.

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The Problem Nobody Talks About

You are spending money on ads, SEO, and marketing to get your phone to ring. Then nobody picks up. Here is what happens next:

62%

of calls go unanswered after hours

47 hrs

average response time without automation

38%

of leads never get a response at all

85%

of callers will not call back after a missed call

How Missed-Call Text-Back Works

Customer Calls

A potential customer calls your business. You are with another client, on lunch, or closed for the day.

Call Goes Unanswered

The call goes to voicemail. Normally, that lead is gone. 85% will not call back.

Instant Text Sent

Within 60 seconds, they get a personalized text from your number. Feels human, not robotic.

Lead Recovered

They text back, click your booking link, or reply with a question. The conversation starts.

With vs. Without Missed-Call Text-Back

Without Text-Back

Missed call goes to voicemail
Customer hangs up and calls the next business on Google
You check voicemail 3 hours later (if they left one)
You call back. No answer. They already booked someone else.
Your ad spend generated a lead that went nowhere

With HEARD Text-Back

Missed call triggers instant text in under 60 seconds
Customer sees your message before they dial anyone else
They click your booking link or reply with their question
Conversation starts immediately, even at 11 PM on a Sunday
Your ad spend converts into an actual appointment

How It Works for Your Industry

Every local service business misses calls. Here is what recovery looks like in practice:

HVAC

Homeowner calls about a broken AC at 8 PM. Gets a text in 30 seconds with a link to book morning service.

Dental

Patient calls during lunch about a toothache. Receives a text with a same-day emergency booking link.

Med Spa

Prospective client calls about Botox pricing on a Sunday. Gets a text with pricing info and a booking link.

Home Services

Homeowner calls a plumber on Saturday morning. Plumber is on a job. Text goes out with next-available slot.

The Numbers

21x

more likely to qualify a lead when you respond in under 5 minutes (Harvard Business Review)

45%

text message response rate vs. under 5% for voicemail callbacks

30-50%

increase in lead-to-appointment conversions with speed-to-lead automation

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