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When Should You Follow Up After Sending a Quote?

By Zevik Editorial Team 6 min read January 2026 For tradies & contractors

Quick answer

A good first follow-up is usually 24–48 hours after sending the quote. A second follow-up can go out around day 4 or 5. A final check-in can go out around day 8 to 10. The aim is to stay helpful and consistent without becoming pushy.

Why timing matters

Most quote follow-up fails for one of two reasons. It either happens too late, after the client has already moved on, or it happens too aggressively before the client has had time to consider the quote.

The right timing keeps the quote alive without making the client feel chased.

The simple follow-up timeline

Day 0: Send the quote

Make sure the quote is clear, complete and easy to act on.

Day 1–2: First follow-up

Hi [Name], just checking you received the quote for [job]. Happy to answer any questions if you want to talk through it.

Day 4–5: Second follow-up

Hi [Name], just following up on the [job] quote. No pressure — just checking whether you had any questions or wanted to move ahead.

Day 8–10: Final follow-up

Hi [Name], I will leave this with you and will not keep chasing. If you want to revisit the quote, feel free to reach out.

What changes if the client is showing interest?

If the client opens the quote multiple times, replies with questions, or comes back to the quote page, do not treat them like a cold lead. Call them or send a more direct message.

What if the client never opens the quote?

If the client has not opened the quote, the first question is whether they actually saw it. Your first follow-up should confirm receipt.

The main rule

Follow up every quote automatically, but spend your personal time on the quotes showing signs of life.

Frequently asked questions

Is quote follow-up pushy?

No, not when it is polite, brief and useful. Pushy follow-up pressures the client. Professional follow-up helps the client take the next step.

Should contractors follow up every quote?

Yes, every quote should have a follow-up path. The key is to personally focus on the quotes showing the clearest client intent.

Can follow-up guarantee more work?

No. Follow-up improves consistency and gives each quote a better chance, but it cannot guarantee that a client will accept.

How Zevik helps

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