50+ ChatGPT Prompts for Tradespeople

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Quoting & Estimating Prompts

1. General Quote Description

Use for any type of job quote

Write a professional quote description for [DESCRIBE JOB]. Include: work to be done, materials included, timeline, and what's NOT included. Keep it clear and customer-friendly.

2. Boiler Replacement Quote

Specifically for boiler jobs

Write a quote description for replacing a [OLD BOILER] with a [NEW BOILER] in a [PROPERTY TYPE]. Include: removal of old unit, installation, system flush, commissioning, Gas Safe certificate. Exclude: making good decorations, additional radiators.

3. Bathroom Refit Quote

Full bathroom renovation

Write a professional quote for a complete bathroom refit including: [LIST ITEMS - bath/shower/toilet/basin etc]. Property is a [PROPERTY TYPE]. Include plumbing, tiling walls and floor, all connections. Exclude electrical work and decorating outside bathroom.

4. Electrical Work Quote

For electrical installations

Write a quote description for [DESCRIBE ELECTRICAL WORK] in a [PROPERTY TYPE]. Include: all materials, labour, testing, and Electrical Installation Certificate. Mention compliance with BS 7671 18th Edition and Building Control notification where applicable.

5. Kitchen Fitting Quote

Kitchen installation jobs

Write a detailed quote for fitting a new kitchen. Work includes: removing old kitchen, fitting [NUMBER] base units, [NUMBER] wall units, worktop, sink, taps, and all appliance connections. Customer is supplying kitchen units. Exclude: flooring, tiling, decorating, electrical, and gas work.

6. Quote Follow-Up

Chase sent quotes politely

Write a friendly follow-up email for a quote I sent [X DAYS] ago for [JOB TYPE]. Ask if they have any questions, offer to discuss further, but don't be pushy. Keep it brief and professional.

Customer Communication Prompts

7. Job Completion Email

After finishing work

Write a brief email to send after completing [JOB TYPE] at a customer's property. Thank them, summarise work done, mention any guarantees/warranties, and include payment details. Ask them to leave a Google review if happy.

8. Payment Reminder (Friendly)

First payment chase

Write a polite payment reminder for invoice #[NUMBER] for £[AMOUNT], now [X DAYS] overdue. Assume they may have forgotten. Include bank details and offer to discuss if any issues. Keep friendly but clear payment is expected.

9. Payment Reminder (Firm)

Second/final reminder

Write a firm but professional final payment reminder for invoice #[NUMBER] for £[AMOUNT], now [X DAYS] overdue. Previous reminders sent. State payment required within 7 days or further action will be taken. Remain professional, not threatening.

10. Responding to Complaint

Handle issues professionally

Write a professional response to a customer complaint about [DESCRIBE ISSUE]. Acknowledge their frustration, don't admit fault but don't be defensive. Offer to inspect/resolve. Our position is [EXPLAIN YOUR SIDE]. Keep calm and solution-focused.

11. Scheduling Delay

When you need to reschedule

Write an apologetic email explaining I need to reschedule [JOB TYPE] originally booked for [DATE]. Reason: [REASON - previous job overran/illness/parts delay]. Offer alternative dates: [DATE OPTIONS]. Express genuine apology and offer small goodwill gesture if appropriate.

12. Review Request

Ask for Google reviews

Write a short, friendly text message to send customers after completing a job, asking them to leave a Google review. Include the direct link: [YOUR GOOGLE REVIEW LINK]. Make it personal, not corporate. Max 2-3 sentences.

Risk Assessment & Compliance Prompts

13. Basic Risk Assessment

For standard domestic work

Create a risk assessment for [DESCRIBE JOB] at a domestic property. Include hazards: [manual handling/working at height/electrical/hot works/etc]. For each hazard list: the risk, who's affected, control measures, and risk rating (low/medium/high). Format as a table.

14. Method Statement

Step-by-step work process

Write a method statement for [DESCRIBE JOB]. Include: scope of work, sequence of tasks (step by step), equipment needed, PPE required, safety considerations at each step. Format clearly with numbered steps. This is for [DOMESTIC/COMMERCIAL] work.

15. COSHH Assessment

For hazardous substances

Create a COSHH assessment for using [PRODUCT NAME] for [PURPOSE]. Include: hazards (from safety data sheet), who might be exposed, how exposure might occur, control measures, PPE required, emergency procedures, storage requirements.

16. Hot Works Permit

For welding, brazing, etc.

Create a hot works permit checklist for [DESCRIBE HOT WORK] at [LOCATION TYPE]. Include: pre-work checks (combustibles removed, fire extinguisher present, fire watch), during work precautions, post-work monitoring period. Format as a checkable list.

Business & Admin Prompts

17. Job Advert - Tradesperson

Hiring qualified staff

Write a job advert for a qualified [TRADE e.g. electrician/plumber] to join our team in [LOCATION]. Salary: £[RANGE]. Requirements: [QUALIFICATIONS], own transport, [X] years experience. We offer: [BENEFITS]. Mix of domestic and commercial work. Keep it friendly but professional.

18. Job Advert - Apprentice

Hiring trainees

Write an apprenticeship advert for someone wanting to become a [TRADE]. Location: [AREA]. No experience needed but must be reliable, hardworking, and keen to learn. Will support through [COLLEGE/TRAINING PROVIDER]. Emphasise career progression and earning while learning.

19. Terms & Conditions

For quotes and invoices

Write brief terms and conditions for a [TRADE] business to include on quotes and invoices. Cover: payment terms (due in [X] days), deposit requirements, warranty period, liability limitations, cancellation policy. Keep concise but legally clear. UK law applies.

20. Company Bio/About Us

For website or profiles

Write an "About Us" section for a [TRADE] business. We've been trading for [X] years in [AREA]. Team of [NUMBER]. Specialise in [SERVICES]. Mention qualifications like [GAS SAFE/NICEIC/etc]. Tone: professional but personable. Around 150 words.

Social Media Prompts

21. Before/After Post

Showcase your work

Write a Facebook post to accompany before/after photos of [DESCRIBE JOB] we just completed in [AREA]. Briefly describe the transformation, mention how long it took, include a soft call-to-action. Keep it conversational, not salesy. Use 1-2 relevant emojis max.

22. Tip/Advice Post

Share helpful knowledge

Write a helpful Facebook post sharing a tip about [TOPIC e.g. preventing frozen pipes/checking your fuse board/etc]. Make it genuinely useful for homeowners, not just an excuse to sell services. End with an offer to answer questions. Friendly, expert tone.

23. Team/Personal Post

Humanise your business

Write a Facebook post introducing [myself/team member NAME] who [does X role/has been with us X years/just passed their qualification]. Include something personal but professional. People buy from people - make it warm and authentic.

24. Seasonal Reminder

Timely service promotion

Write a Facebook post for [SEASON/TIME e.g. autumn/before winter/summer]. Topic: [RELEVANT SERVICE e.g. boiler service/AC check/gutter cleaning]. Explain why timing matters, what could go wrong if ignored. Soft sell - informative first, call-to-action second.

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