You finish a job. Customer is happy. You want to ask for a review, but it feels... weird. Pushy. Sales-y.
So you don't ask. And your competitor with 200 reviews keeps outranking you.
Let's fix this.
Why Reviews Feel Awkward (But Shouldn't)
Here's the thing: happy customers WANT to help you. They just need a push. They're busy. They forget. A gentle ask gives them the nudge to do what they already wanted to do.
You're not begging for a favor. You're making it easy for them to support a business they like.
The Easiest Way to Ask
Timing is everything. Ask immediately after the service, while they're still happy. Not a week later via email.
Make it stupid simple. Don't say "leave us a review on Google." Say "I'm going to text you a linkβit takes 30 seconds." Then actually send the link.
Explain why it matters. "Reviews really help other homeowners find us." People like helping businesses they care about.
Scripts That Work
In person: "I'm so glad you're happy! Would you mind taking 30 seconds to leave us a Google review? It really helps us out. I'll text you the link right now."
Follow-up text: "Hi [Name]! Thanks for choosing us. If you have 30 seconds, a Google review would mean the world: [link]"
That's it. Simple. Direct. Not pushy.
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