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GoHighLevel for Deck & Fence Builders: Streamline Estimates, Crew Scheduling and Project Follow-Ups

Fence and deck projects often involve detailed planning, permits and follow-up work. GoHighLevel helps you capture leads, manage estimates, and automate job timelines from start to finish.

TL;DR

  • Custom intake forms for wood type, linear footage, height, and terrain
  • Auto-generate quotes and book consultations
  • Assign crews and send task updates
  • Manage payments and offer upsells like staining or lighting
  • Trigger reminders for maintenance and seasonal services

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Why Deck & Fence Contractors Choose GoHighLevel

Your jobs are highly visual, often weather-dependent and time-sensitive. GoHighLevel helps simplify things by:

  • Capturing detailed job requirements from the first click
  • Managing crew calendars and updates in one dashboard
  • Keeping customers in the loop with automatic messages
  • Following up with upsells and maintenance reminders

Key CRM Features for Deck & Fence Businesses

1. Smart Intake & Quote Builder

  • Job forms ask for length, height, material type (wood, vinyl, composite)
  • Clients upload yard images or sketches
  • Auto-calculate estimates with preset cost formulas
  • Trigger booking links for on-site inspection or consultation

2. Crew Scheduling & Workflow Management

  • Assign builds based on skill set, area or availability
  • Sync timelines (e.g., tear-down, delivery, build, finish)
  • Send SMS updates to clients on key milestones

3. Automated Client Communications

  • Confirm appointments and prep instructions by SMS/email
  • Weather delays? Trigger reschedule notifications automatically
  • Status updates: job started, 50% complete, finishing soon

4. Invoicing, Payments & Add-On Offers

  • Send invoices in stages or request deposits
  • Upsell staining, post caps, under-deck lighting or seasonal sealing
  • Integrate financing options if offered

5. Review & Maintenance Campaigns

  • Request reviews with photos post-completion
  • Reminders for yearly sealant re-application or repairs
  • Seasonal promos (e.g., early bird spring builds)

Real-World Use Case: Fence Crew in Ontario

Before GHL:

  • Manual quotes sent via PDF
  • Lost time with back-and-forth scheduling
  • Missed out on yearly maintenance re-engagements

After GHL:

  • Clients enter job specs online with photo uploads
  • Quotes go out instantly and consultations auto-book
  • Follow-up reminders bring clients back each spring

Smart Automations to Use

  • Lead form > instant estimate > book consult calendar
  • Job complete = send review + offer deck sealing service
  • Rain delay = auto-reschedule workflow triggers
  • Post-job = upsell lighting or backyard landscaping services

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FAQs

Can GoHighLevel calculate deck or fence quotes automatically? Yes. You can use custom fields and logic to estimate pricing from job specs.

Can I assign crews based on project type or location? Yes. Use calendars and smart tags to assign the right crew to each job.

How do I update customers during long projects? Use scheduled SMS/email updates or set job stage triggers.

Can I upsell services like staining or lighting? Absolutely. Add these in follow-up automations or as form options.

Does GoHighLevel support maintenance reminders? Yes. You can schedule recurring campaigns for seasonal services.


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