Use AI to write professional scope change emails when customers ask for extra work mid-job.
When a customer asks for extra work halfway through a job, you need to explain the new costs and timeline clearly without sounding pushy or creating confusion. A well-written scope change email protects you from disputes, sets clear expectations, and keeps the customer informed. Use this prompt to draft a professional message that documents the requested changes, explains pricing, and gets written approval before you proceed.
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“Act as an experienced plumbing contractor who specializes in clear customer communication. I'm in the middle of a job and the customer has asked for additional work that wasn't in the original quote. Write me a professional email that: 1) acknowledges their request warmly, 2) clearly describes the extra work they're asking for, 3) explains the additional cost and why it's priced that way, 4) mentions how much extra time it will add to the job, 5) politely asks for their written approval before I proceed, and 6) reassures them I'm happy to do the work once approved. Keep the tone friendly but professional. Here are the details: [Original job: replace kitchen sink and faucet, quoted at $450] [Customer's new request: also replace the shut-off valves under the sink because they're old and leaking] [Additional cost: $180 for parts and labor] [Extra time needed: about 1.5 hours]”
March 8, 2026
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