Pencil'd

Pencil’d provides an AI‑driven virtual receptionist that answers inbound calls, fields customer inquiries, and schedules appointments on behalf of small‑business owners. Users train the system with business details, operating hours, and typical questions, then assign a dedicated phone number or forward an existing line so the AI can handle calls continuously.

When a call is received, the virtual assistant engages the caller, provides information, and books the requested service, automatically syncing the appointment to the user’s calendar and inbox. The platform also tracks missed calls and estimates the revenue that could be lost, allowing businesses to gauge the financial impact of unanswered inquiries.

The service targets trades and service providers such as plumbers, cleaners, mechanics, movers, landscapers, and pest‑control professionals, offering a tiered pricing model with a free two‑week trial and no setup fees. Setup is described as taking less than five minutes, and the system includes features like unlimited customer transcripts and optional priority support.