Stop Wrestling with CRMs. Start Texting Your Clients.
The dead-simple SMS scheduling tool built specifically for independent tradespeople. Send ETAs, reminders, and follow-ups in seconds.
CrewText strips away the complex CRM bloat to give micro-trades exactly what they need: reliable SMS scheduling and dispatch. Easily queue up appointment reminders, ETA texts, and follow-ups from your phone or desktop. Keep your clients informed without wasting hours on complicated software.
The problem
Big CRMs Are Costing You Time and Patience
Most service software is built for massive fleets with dispatchers, forcing solo operators and micro-trades to navigate endless menus just to send a simple 'I'm on my way' text. You end up paying for features you never use while still forgetting to text clients when you're running late.
The solution
Just the Texts You Need, None of the Bloat
CrewText is designed for the dashboard of your truck. We stripped out the complex invoicing, routing, and inventory modules to focus purely on client communication. Schedule reminders, fire off quick ETAs, and automate follow-ups with a single tap.
Features
Everything you need, nothing you don't
One-Tap ETA Texts
Let clients know exactly when you'll arrive with pre-built, customizable templates.
Automated Reminders
Reduce no-shows by scheduling SMS reminders 24 hours or 1 hour before the job.
Follow-Up Campaigns
Automatically text clients a few days after the job to ensure satisfaction and ask for reviews.
Two-Way Messaging
Receive replies directly in the app so you can answer quick questions without giving out your personal cell number.
Cross-Device Sync
Start a schedule on your desktop at home and fire off the texts from your phone in the field.
How it works
Up and running in 3 steps
Add Your Client
Enter a name and phone number in seconds, right from your phone or desktop.
Queue the Texts
Select a pre-written template for an ETA, appointment reminder, or post-job review request.
Get Back to Work
CrewText handles the delivery. Your clients stay informed, and you stay focused on the job.
CrewText vs. the old way
❌ Manual process
- • Paying $150/mo for bloated software
- • Navigating 5 screens to send one text
- • Forgetting to remind clients of appointments
- • Typing 'I'm 15 mins away' while driving
- • Clients getting angry about no-shows
✅ With CrewText
- • Affordable flat-rate pricing
- • One-tap SMS templates
- • Automated 24-hour reminders
- • Instant ETA dispatching
- • Happy clients who leave 5-star reviews
Why teams choose CrewText
Use cases
Built for teams like yours
The Solo Plumber
Send automated reminders the night before a job to ensure the homeowner is actually there when you arrive.
The Mobile Detailer
Fire off a quick 'On my way' text with your exact ETA so clients can move their cars into the driveway before you pull up.
The Local Electrician
Schedule a follow-up text two days after a panel upgrade to ask if everything is working perfectly and request a Google review.
What our customers say
“I tried the big-name service apps, but they were absolute overkill. CrewText is exactly what I need. I hit one button and my customer knows I'm 10 minutes out.”
Mike R.
Independent HVAC Tech
“No-shows used to ruin my daily route. Since I started using CrewText for automated day-before reminders, my cancellation rate has dropped to zero.”
Sarah J.
Mobile Pet Groomer
Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing
No hidden fees. No per-seat pricing.
Pro Plan
$29/mo
14-day free trial included
- One-Tap ETA Texts
- Automated Reminders
- Follow-Up Campaigns
- Two-Way Messaging
- Cross-Device Sync
No credit card required · Cancel anytime
Enterprise-ready security
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256-bit encryption
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SOC 2 compliant
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GDPR ready
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Auto-delete in 24h
Your data is encrypted in transit and at rest. We never train models on your data. Files are automatically purged within 24 hours of processing.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to use my personal phone number?
No, CrewText provides you with a dedicated local business number to keep your personal cell private.
Can I customize the text messages?
Absolutely. You can create and save your own templates for ETAs, reminders, and follow-ups to match your business's voice.
Is there a limit to how many texts I can send?
Our standard plan includes generous monthly limits designed to cover the needs of solo operators and small crews without surprise overage fees.
Ready to simplify your client communication?
Join hundreds of tradespeople who ditched the bloat. Start your 14-day free trial of CrewText today.