The RingCrew Blog
Insights on AI receptionists, missed calls, and growing your local service business.
How to Set Up Call Forwarding to Your AI Receptionist (Step-by-Step)
Keep your existing business number and forward calls to your AI receptionist. Here's how to set it up on any phone system in under 10 minutes.
How Does an AI Receptionist Actually Work? (Plain English Guide)
Curious how AI answers your business phone? Here's a plain English breakdown of how AI receptionists work — from the moment the phone rings to booking the appointment.
43% of Service Calls Happen After Hours. Are You Answering Them?
Nearly half of service calls come after 5pm. If you're sending them to voicemail, you're losing thousands in revenue every month. Here's how to fix it.
Why Every HVAC Company Needs an AI Receptionist in 2026
HVAC companies miss 38% of inbound calls. An AI receptionist answers 24/7, books service calls, and routes AC emergencies — for less than a part-time hire.
AI Receptionist vs. Traditional Answering Service: The 2026 Comparison
AI receptionists cost 60-80% less than answering services and do more. Here's a detailed comparison of cost, features, and when each makes sense.
How Much Do Missed Calls Actually Cost Your Business?
Local businesses lose $120K+ per year to missed calls. See the real math behind unanswered phones — and what to do about it.