Payments and deposits for tradespeople – Emergency call‑outs & repairs | PayLinker
SMS/email deposits, pay‑in‑installments, automatic receipts. PayLinker helps tradespeople secure every visit.
Practical use cases
- “Travel + diagnosis” deposit before an emergency call‑out.
- “Materials order” deposit on an accepted quote.
- Balance after the job, paid remotely (same evening).
- Add‑on if a part is added after diagnosis.
How it works
- You create the request (deposit / balance / add‑on).
- You send it by SMS or email: the client pays remotely.
- Payment confirmed = visit maintained + automatic receipt + updated history.
Frequently asked questions (trades)
What deposit works well?
A flat fee (e.g., €50–€90) or 20–40% depending on the job.
Can I only charge after the job?
Yes, PayLinker also lets you take the balance remotely.
What about cancellations?
Apply your terms (reschedule/credit). The timestamped payment helps enforce them.
Do I need a terminal?
No: a smartphone is enough.
Send your first link
Send your next payment request in under 2 minutes.
No terminal, no waiting: one SMS, a secure payment, an automatic receipt.
Benchmarks — booking
Emergency call‑outs: get paid before you start the engine
For an emergency tradesperson (plumber, electrician, locksmith, multi‑service), every trip costs time, a vehicle and sometimes materials. A verbal booking increases the risk of a wasted trip. With PayLinker, you send a payment request (deposit) by SMS or email before you leave: the client pays in seconds, the slot is truly reserved and no‑shows drop.
Big replacements: offer installments when budgets block
For larger replacements (water heater, electrical panel, full lock, compliance work), the amount can delay the decision. PayLinker can enable installment payments via Stripe (if available): the client spreads the budget while you keep clear tracking. Each payment generates an automatic PDF receipt useful for insurance and accounting.
Balance, add‑ons, parts: charge at the right moment (without debate)
You can send:
- a deposit (confirmation / travel / materials order),
- a balance after the job (on‑site or remotely),
- an add‑on if the diagnosis reveals a part or option.
Each request is timestamped and tied to a client and job: handy to find history, follow up at the right time, and keep a clean record.
Useful links (in the field)
Trades covered (examples)
- Emergency plumber : deposit before travel, balance after the job.
- Emergency electrician : diagnostic deposit, then balance / works.
- Emergency locksmith : confirmation before the call‑out (night/weekend), balance at the end.
- Tiling / floor / parquet : materials deposit, staged payments, balance on delivery.
- Heating / air‑conditioning : order deposit, balance after commissioning.
- Drain cleaning / sanitation : travel deposit, add‑on if camera/flush is needed.
- Glazing repair : deposit + balance at installation (custom glass).
- Carpentry (doors/windows) : deposit on order, progress payments.
- Appliance repair : paid diagnosis, parts deposit, balance after repair.
- Painting / small works : deposit to block a day, balance at the end.
The real day‑to‑day plus
PayLinker for your business: 5 concrete promises
The quick checklist (without wasting time)
Get paid in under 2 minutes, without a terminal
Payment request by SMS or email, 1–4 installments (if available), automatic receipt. Everything is designed to reduce no‑shows and secure your visits.
Pro plan: €9.90 / month
No commitment, pause anytime. Also usable without a subscription (pay‑as‑you‑go).