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For Electrical, Plumbing
& HVAC businesses

An operating platform designed to make you money

See how much more you could be making.

  • Free Assessment
  • 14-day Free Trial
  • 30-day Money-Back Guarantee
Higher conversion
+34%
Higher quote value
+78%
More quotes sent
3x

What our customers say about Backbone

“We’re winning more work and making more per job. Quotes and follow-ups keep moving, and I’ve got my evenings back.”
Jim, OwnerOwner5 techniciansHVACSydney, NSW
“Moving on from Simpro felt like swapping a hammer for a power tool. Less manual work, faster quotes and more time to get on with the job.”
Sarah, Operations managerOperations manager8 techniciansElectricalSydney, NSW
“It’s dead easy to use, quick and doesn’t freeze on me. If I spot something the customer needs, I can show them options and upsell to earn a bit extra.”
Mark, TechnicianTechnician11 techniciansPlumbingMelbourne, VIC

With Backbone you win more work,
at higher values, with less effort.

Win more work

Capture and convert every enquiry with branded proposals that stand out.

  • Global inbox
  • Branded proposals
  • AI drafted quotes

+34%

Higher conversion

Animation: four enquiries arrive in one inbox; a web enquiry becomes a branded proposal with good, better and best options, the customer signs it, and the job is won for $3,500.

An end-to-end AI operating system

Run your business from one place

From the first call to final payment, Backbone brings your sales, operations and finances onto one platform.

Before the win

Backbone Sales

Respond first to every lead, win more work, and increase revenue per job.

  • CaptureEvery call, form & enquiry captured and qualified
  • QuoteScope and price jobs competitively, with options
  • SellProposals, follow-ups & online acceptance

Customer says yes

After the win

Backbone Operations

Run a safe, profitable business customers come back to and people want to work for.

  • DeliverSchedule, dispatch & complete the work with ease
  • FinanceGet paid faster and know your profit on every job
  • GrowLasting relationships, repeat work, reviews & referrals

Happy customers grow the business

Powering trade businesses of all sizes.One platform that adapts to the way your business works.

3 beliefs that guide our company

  1. Not Get time backGrow your business

    Other platforms measure success in admin reduced and time saved. We don’t think that’s good enough.

    The real test, and what guides everything we do, is whether we help you grow sales profitably.

  2. Not Point solutionsOne system

    Other platforms ask you to stitch multiple systems together. That leads to more work, higher cost and worse results.

    When everything connects end to end, the system takes more work off your plate.

  3. Not Jack of all tradesMaster of some

    Other platforms try to cater for every type of trade business. We’d rather be exceptional for a few.

    That means going deeper and solving industry-specific problems generic platforms ignore.

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Getting started is easier than you think

White-glove
migration & setup

Our team handles your migration, connects your tools and sets up Backbone around how your business works. We bring across your data, train your team and provide direct support so everyone feels confident from day one.

  • Data migration
  • Configuration & integration
  • Team onboarding
  • Free trial
  • Safe rollback
Backbone Sales+Backbone Operations

Switch to Backbone

Our integration agent brings all your customers, records and job history over, so you can move on without missing a beat.

  • 10+ years of data migrated in 24 hours
  • Up and running on a free trial within 3 days
  • Easy to switch back, nothing is lost
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Backbone Sales+Your current system

Run it alongside your current system

Keep your job management system. Add Backbone to capture enquiries, quote faster and win more work.

Supported systems

  • Simpro
  • AroFlo
  • ServiceTitan
  • ServiceM8
  • Fergus
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Questions & Answers

Who is Backbone for?

Electrical, plumbing and HVAC businesses doing service, installs or projects. We don’t try to cater for every trade, so everything is built around how your business actually runs.

How much does it cost?

Backbone Sales is $199/month with unlimited users. Backbone Sales + Operations starts at $349/month with 3 users included, and scales with your team. Pay annually and save 20%, with free setup and training. Running solo or just starting out? Our new business program gives you Backbone Sales + Operations for up to 5 users at $99/month for your first 12 months. See our pricing page for the full breakdown.

Can I try it before I commit?

Yes. Start with a free assessment and a 14-day free trial. If it’s not right for you, there’s a 30-day money-back guarantee.

I’m on Simpro, ServiceM8 or similar. How hard is it to switch?

Not hard at all. We move your jobs, customers and templates across for free, then set Backbone up for your business and train your team.

How long does it take to set up?

Most teams are up and running within 3 days. We handle the migration and setup, so you can keep working while we do.

Am I locked into a contract?

No. Monthly plans can be cancelled anytime, and annual plans save you 20%. Either way, your first 30 days come with a full money-back guarantee.

Can Backbone answer calls and talk to customers?

Yes. It answers calls, emails and texts. You decide what it handles and how it sounds, so customers always hear your business, not a robot.

Does it work with my email and accounting software?

Yes. Backbone connects with Gmail and Outlook for email, and Xero, QuickBooks and MYOB for accounting, so jobs, invoices and payments stay in sync.

Will my team actually use it?

Yes. The field app is fast, simple and built for working on site, not in an office. Everything a tech needs is on one screen, and they can quote, upsell and finish the paperwork before leaving the job. We train your crew during setup, so they’re confident from day one.

Is my data secure?

Yes. Your data is encrypted, never sold and never used to train AI models. We’re working towards ISO 27001 and SOC 2 certification.

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