Mechanic Quoting Software That Turns Inspections Into Approved Jobs
Build an itemised quote on your phone right from the inspection, send it to the customer by SMS or email, and convert it to a [job card](/mechanic-job-card-software/) with one tap when they approve.
Most workshops lose 20-40% of would-be jobs because the quote takes two days to write up, by which time the customer has called the next shop on Google. Servicelane fixes that with quoting that happens during the inspection, on the same phone you used to take the photos, with parts and labour pulled from your saved templates. The quote is in the customer's hand before they leave the workshop.
How quoting works in Servicelane
Open the job, add line items (parts and labour), apply your standard markups and GST, and send. Done.
Saved templates for common jobs (brake pads, log book service, timing belt, etc.)
Parts catalog with cost and sell prices, markup applied automatically
Labour priced by your hourly rate and estimated hours
GST applied automatically, ATO-compliant tax invoice format
Send by SMS, email, or both — with a one-click Approve button
Quote view + approval tracking so you know what's hot
From quote → job card → invoice in two taps
When the customer approves, Servicelane converts the quote into a job card automatically — every line item carries through, ready for your tech to start work. When the job's done, the same data flows into a GST-compliant invoice. No double entry, no mistakes.
Win more jobs with photo quotes
Attach inspection photos to the quote so the customer sees the worn brake pads, the leaking gasket, the fraying belt. Workshops report close rates 15-25% higher when quotes include real photos vs text-only quotes.
Frequently asked questions
What is mechanic quoting software?
Mechanic quoting software builds, sends, and tracks itemised quotes for workshop jobs — parts, labour, GST, photos. Servicelane goes further by linking the quote to your booking, job card, and invoice so an approved quote becomes a real job in one tap.
Can I send quotes by SMS as well as email?
Yes — Servicelane sends quotes by SMS, email, or both, with a single tap-to-approve link. SMS approval rates are typically 30-40% faster than email.
Does it handle parts pricing and markups?
Yes. You load your parts catalog with cost prices (or import from your supplier), set your markup rules (flat % or tiered), and Servicelane prices each line item automatically. You can override any price on the line.
What happens when a customer approves a quote?
Approved quotes auto-convert into a job card in your diary. Your team sees the parts and labour ready to go, the customer gets an SMS confirming the booking, and the data flows through to the final invoice without re-entry.
How much does Servicelane cost?
Servicelane starts free for solo operators and scales with your shop. The full Workshop plan is $149/month and includes unlimited bookings, the AI receptionist Erica, service reminders, job cards, invoicing, and Google Business Profile growth. No setup fees, no per-job charges, cancel anytime.
How long does setup take?
Most workshops are running in under 15 minutes. You enter your business details, your services, and your Google Business Profile, and Servicelane configures the booking page, AI receptionist, and reminder schedule automatically. No technical skills required.
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