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Quote Follow-Up SMS Templates for Tradies

By Zevik Editorial Team 6 min read February 2026 For tradies & contractors

Quick answer

The best quote follow-up SMS is short, polite and specific. Mention the client’s name, the job, and one clear next step. Avoid pressure and avoid long explanations.

First follow-up SMS templates

Simple check-in

Hi [Name], just checking in on the quote I sent for [job]. Happy to answer any questions if that helps. Let me know how you would like to proceed.

Confirm receipt

Hi [Name], just checking the quote for [job] came through properly. Let me know if you would like me to resend it or talk through anything.

Friendly reminder

Hi [Name], quick follow-up on the [job] quote. No rush — just wanted to see if you had any questions.

Second follow-up SMS templates

Still considering?

Hi [Name], just following up again on the [job] quote. Are you still considering it, or have you decided to go another way?

Easy out

Hi [Name], no pressure either way — just checking whether the [job] quote is still something you are looking at. Let me know when you get a chance.

Final follow-up SMS templates

Close the loop

Hi [Name], I will leave this with you and will not keep following up. If you want to revisit the quote later, feel free to reach out.

SMS rules

Keep SMS messages short, friendly, specific, low-pressure, and spaced out over several days.

Frequently asked questions

Is quote follow-up pushy?

No, not when it is polite, brief and useful. Pushy follow-up pressures the client. Professional follow-up helps the client take the next step.

Should contractors follow up every quote?

Yes, every quote should have a follow-up path. The key is to personally focus on the quotes showing the clearest client intent.

Can follow-up guarantee more work?

No. Follow-up improves consistency and gives each quote a better chance, but it cannot guarantee that a client will accept.

How Zevik helps

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