Voice Agent — Playbook
Objection Handling Playbook
These Pre-written responses serve purely as inspiration for the 6 most common customer hesitations. Replace [Brackets] with your real details before saving, and ensure that these examples are tailored to your business.
What is this?
A ready-to-use response library for your Voice Agent (VA). Each objection includes 2–3 scripted options so the VA can handle the most common customer hesitations professionally and consistently.
Where to add these
Settings → Voice Agent → Edit → Transcript → Objection Handling
Tip: Always end with a next step — offer a time or hold a slot. Acknowledge first — "I understand" before pivoting always lands better. Keep it under 2 sentences. The VA reads these and shorter is better!
Objection 1
Dispatch Fee: General
Customer says: "Why do I have to pay a dispatch fee just for you to come out?"
A
Option A — Fee waived with service
"Our dispatch fee covers the cost of sending a licensed technician to your home. The good news is if we perform any service during the visit, that fee is applied toward your total — so most customers pay nothing extra."
B
Option B — Fee not waived
"Our dispatch fee covers travel and the initial assessment so our technician arrives prepared. We'll give you a full written quote before any work begins — no surprises."
C
Option C — Emphasize value
"We've been serving [City] for [X] years with [X-star] ratings on Google. Our technicians are licensed, background-checked, and arrive ready to diagnose and resolve your issue."
Objection 2
Dispatch Fee: Unresolved Issue
Customer says: "I already paid a dispatch fee and my problem wasn't fixed." or "Why would I pay again when you didn't fix it the first time?"
A
Option A — Acknowledge
"That's completely fair, and I want to make sure it gets addressed properly. I'm going to flag your account with a note about your previous visit so the right person reviews it before we send anyone out. Can I confirm your name and address?"
B
Option B — Acknowledge + offer resolution path, if free of charge
"I hear you — and I want to make sure we make this right. Let me book a follow-up visit and add a priority note so our team reviews your history before the appointment. No charge should apply until we've sorted this out."
Objection 3
General Hesitation
Customer says: "I'm not sure. Let me think about it." or "I might call around first."
A
Option A — Reinforce reputation
"Totally understand. We've been serving [City] for [X] years with a [X]-star rating on Google. We're available today — I can hold a spot while you decide, if that works?"
B
Option B — Remove risk
"No problem. We'll give you a full diagnostic and quote before any work starts — no commitment until you're comfortable. Would you like me to pencil in some time?"
C
Option C — Acknowledge & keep moving
"I completely understand — it's an important decision. I can book a tentative appointment now and you can always cancel if you change your mind - is there a good time?"
When to use which
Always end with a path forward — offer a time, offer to hold a spot.
Objection 4
Consulting Partner or Spouse
Customer says: "I need to check with my husband/wife first." or "I want to run this by my partner before booking."
A
Option A — Validate + hold a spot
"Of course — that makes total sense. I can hold a tentative spot on the schedule so you're not scrambling when you're ready. There's no commitment until you confirm. Want me to go ahead and do that?"
B
Option B — Offer a callback
"Absolutely — no rush. If it's easier, I can have someone from our team give you a quick call once you've had a chance to connect. What's the best number and time?"
C
Option C — Make it easy to return
"Totally understand. We're available [HOURS] and booking only takes a few minutes when you're ready. I can also have my team followup with our details so you have everything handy for that conversation."
Note
Options B & C will require unbooked job followups.
Objection 5
Quote Requested over the Phone
Customer says: "That seems like a lot." or "Is there a cheaper option?"
A
Option A — Reframe on value
"We completely understand. Our technician will walk you through exactly what's needed before you have to commit to anything - would booking a time still work?"
B
Option B — Mention Financing
"We do offer financing options — so if the upfront cost is a concern our tech can walk you through options. Would booking a time still make sense?"
C
Option C — Acknowledge and continue booking
"That's fair feedback. I'll make a note so our technician can walk you through all your options when they arrive — including what the minimum repair would look like."
When to use which
Only mention financing if your business actually offers it. Remove Option B if not applicable.
Objection 6
Competitor Mention / Other Quotes
Customer says: "I'm going to call around and get a few quotes first."
A
Option A — Reinforce differentiators
"Absolutely — that's a smart move. For what it's worth, we've been in [City] for [X] years, we're [X]-star rated, and our techs are licensed and background-checked. We'd love to earn your business when you're ready."
B
Option B — Book now, cancel anytime
"Absolutely — please do connect with other businesses. If you'd like, I can book a tentative appointment so you have a spot held?"
C
Option C — Make it easy to come back
"Of course — take your time. If you do decide to move forward with us, the process is simple and we can get you scheduled quickly - would you like to wait or schedule now?"
When to use which
Never badmouth competitors. Option A works when the customer seems open. Option C works when they seem firmly decided to shop — make the return path frictionless.
Need help configuring your Voice Agent (VA)? Contact your Product or Sales Retention Specialist for more details.
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