Creating Your First Proposal: A Step-by-Step Guide

PWritten by Parker McNallyUpdated September 29, 2026

This guide walks you through the process of creating a new customer record and generating a comprehensive, AI-powered proposal with different tiers to present to your homeowner.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Create a New Customer Record:

Under Quotes, click + New Quote

  • Either search for a customer already in the system, or click on Create New Customer to add the customer's name and address into the system.
  • Enter the customer's contact and address information. If the customer is already in your system, their details will be pulled up automatically.

  • Input System Specifications:

Answer a few basic questions about the customer's existing HVAC system. This includes:

Quote Type

  • Location (e.g., main floor)
  • System template (e.g., AC furnace split)
  • Unit size (tonnage, BTUs)
  • Cabinet size and airflow configuration
  • Click on Create Quote to generate a proposal.
  • Generate the Proposal:

The AI uses this information, along with your price book and the AHRI database, to instantly generate a proposal with four distinct tiers. Tier names can be customized under Settings > Quoting

  • Platinum: The highest-efficiency system with the best features.
  • Gold: A slightly lower-SEER-rated option, a step down from Platinum.
  • Silver: A mid-range choice.
  • Federal Minimum: The most affordable, legally compliant option.
  • Customize the Proposal:

Add thermostats, IAQ products, or other upgrades you've set up in your system.

  • Apply any available discounts and rebates. The real-time profit margin will update as you make changes, helping you avoid over-discounting.
  • Launch the Interactive Presentation:

Once your proposal is ready, launch the interactive presentation on your tablet or iPad.

  • The presentation is branded with your company's logo. You can play a pre-recorded AI voiceover or narrate it yourself.
  • An educational component explains HVAC basics (like SEER and AFUE ratings) to help the homeowner understand the value of higher-efficiency systems.
  • Review and Customize with the Homeowner:

The homeowner can interact with the presentation, selecting or deselecting different system tiers, financing options, and add-ons to see how it affects the total price and monthly payments.

  • Use the E-Signature Feature:

Once the homeowner makes their final selection, the system generates a legally enforceable contract.

  • The homeowner can sign directly on your tablet, securing the deal on the spot.

Remote Sharing and Tracking:

If a spouse or other decision-maker isn't present, you can share the full interactive proposal via text or email.

  • The system tracks when the customer opens the link, so you'll know the best time to follow up with a call.
  • After the contract is signed, a PDF copy is automatically sent to the customer.

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