#10 most asked· 3× cited on Reddit· Customer comms
Auto-SMS appointment reminders (24h + 1h)
"Hi, just confirming we're heading to you tomorrow between 9–11am — reply Y to confirm or R to reschedule."
By Daniel Hall · Automation builder at Made 4 Tradies
"Hi, just confirming we're heading to you tomorrow between 9–11am — reply Y to confirm or R to reschedule."
Why it matters: Cuts no-shows. Recurring ask across HVAC, plumbing and electrical owner-operators.
The evidence
3 verified Reddit threads
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- r/sweatystartup
OP wires Google Calendar to ClickSend for automated reminders. 'SMS messages are a little less than $0.03 each.'
- r/smallbusiness
'SMS Confirmation - Reply to Confirm' — seeking appointment apps where clients text Y to confirm.
- r/Construction
Professional SMS templates for confirming construction appointments.
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