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Everything we get asked about AI receptionists, custom web apps, pricing, and the partner program — collected from every page of this site. Prefer to just hear it? Call (424) 434-4541 — an AI answers.

General

The basics: what an AI receptionist is, how it sounds, and how it behaves on real calls.

I'm not very tech-savvy. Can I still use this?

Absolutely — that's exactly who we built this for. You don't need to download any apps, learn any software, or change how you run your business. We handle all the setup and tech. You just keep doing what you do, and the AI works quietly in the background answering calls, booking appointments, and following up with customers. If you can answer a phone call, you can use Ubotika.

What types of businesses do you work with?

We work mostly with local businesses in Los Angeles — restaurants, dental offices, doctor's offices, real estate agents, law firms, salons, and repair shops. If your business gets phone calls and books appointments, we can help. Our busiest clients are in restaurants, healthcare, and real estate, and most of them see the system pay for itself within 90 days.

How long does it take to get set up?

Most businesses are up and running in 1 to 2 weeks. For bigger setups — like connecting to your booking system or customer database — it might take 3 to 4 weeks. Either way, we do all the work. You just tell us how you want calls handled, and we take it from there.

How much money will this actually save me?

On average, our clients save $17,000 a year — mostly from cutting phone staffing costs by 70%. One LA restaurant owner was paying someone $22,000 a year just to answer the phone. Now the AI handles it for a fraction of the cost, and it never calls in sick. Use our ROI Calculator above to see what you could save.

What happens when someone calls my business?

The AI answers in under 2 seconds — no ringing, no hold music, no voicemail. It sounds natural and friendly, like talking to a real person. It can answer common questions (hours, location, pricing), book appointments, take messages, and transfer to you or your staff when needed. It handles over 5,000 calls a month for our average client, and 94% of callers say they're happy with the experience.

Is my customer information safe?

Yes, 100%. We take security very seriously. All your data is encrypted and stored securely. We follow strict industry standards to protect your information, and we never share or sell your customer data to anyone. Your business data stays your business data.

Will this work with the systems I already use?

Most likely, yes. We connect with over 50 popular tools — things like Google Calendar, Calendly, Salesforce, HubSpot, QuickBooks, and more. If you use a booking system, a customer list, or even just a spreadsheet, we can usually hook into it. And if you use something unusual, we'll build a custom connection for you.

Who is Tara?

Tara is our AI assistant — think of her like a friendly receptionist who lives on your website. She can chat with visitors, answer questions about your services, help people book appointments, and collect contact info from potential customers — all day, every day, even at 3 AM. You can try talking to her right now using the chat button on this page.

Pricing & plans

What it costs, what a plan includes, and how the free audit and 14-day pilot work. See plans →

What does an AI receptionist cost with UBOTIKA?

Plans start at $399 a month for 24/7 call coverage with 500 minutes included. Add appointment booking, lead qualification, bilingual call flows, and a CRM or calendar integration and you’re at $899. Full intake across phone, email, and web chat is $1,799. Multi-location and complex operations are scoped individually. For comparison, a human receptionist runs $3,000–$4,500 a month fully loaded.

Is it a flat fee, or do I pay per minute?

Flat. An answering service meters you from the very first minute, so the busier you get the more you’re punished for it. Your UBOTIKA price is a fixed monthly number with a generous minute allowance built in. If you consistently run past your allowance we move you to the right plan rather than surprise you on an invoice — and any overage rate is published and agreed before you sign, never discovered afterward.

Are there setup fees or hidden costs?

There’s a one-time setup fee — from $750, depending on the plan — that covers call-flow design, integrations, and testing before you go live. We waive it entirely on a 12-month agreement. Beyond that, your quote spells out the monthly price and everything included in one document, before you sign.

How do I know which tier I need?

You don’t have to guess — that’s what the audit is for. We look at your call volume, where calls slip through, what tools you use, and whether you need bilingual or after-hours coverage, then recommend the smallest setup that solves the problem. If an AI receptionist doesn’t make financial sense for your business, we’ll tell you that too.

Can I hear it before I pay anything?

Yes — call (424) 434-4541 right now. An AI answers that line, because the demo is the product. Ask it questions the way your customers would. If it doesn’t impress you, you’ve lost two minutes.

Can I try it on my own calls before committing?

Yes. A 14-day pilot is $500: we build your agent, point your calls at it, and you listen to recordings of your own business being answered. If you continue, the full $500 is credited toward your launch. If you don’t, you keep the recordings and the audit findings.

Custom web apps & internal tools

AI document review, SSO portals, intake workflows, and dashboards we build and run. See what we build →

What does a custom web app actually cost?

A single focused internal tool — one workflow, one team, SSO, deployed — typically starts in the low five figures. Multi-tool platforms with document AI, integrations, and dashboards scope higher. We quote a fixed price per phase after a scoping call, so you approve a number before work starts rather than watching an hourly meter.

How is this different from hiring a dev shop?

Most shops build what you specify and hand it over. We run the systems we build — hosting, monitoring, and the fixes — so the thing still works six months later. And because we work in AI systems daily, the document-reading and reasoning parts are the normal case for us rather than a subcontracted add-on.

Can you add AI to software we already have?

Usually, yes. If your existing system has a database or an API we can reach, we can add document review, extraction, routing, or drafting alongside it without replacing what already works.

How long does a first build take?

A single well-scoped internal tool is typically a few weeks from kickoff to your team using it in production. We deliberately keep the first scope small so you are using something real early, then extend it.

Who owns the code and the data?

You do, both. The source is handed over, and your data stays in a database you control. If we host it and you later want to move, it moves with you.

Do you sign an NDA?

Yes, before any scoping conversation that touches your systems or data. We also do not publish client names or screenshots — the work described on this page is deliberately anonymized for exactly that reason.

Partner program

Referral, reseller, and white-label terms for agencies and consultants. Partner program →

How much can I realistically earn?

Commission is a percentage of what your client actually pays each month, for as long as they stay. As an illustration, ten clients on the $899/month AI Front Desk package at 25% is roughly $2,248 a month in recurring commission. That is an example of the math, not a promise of results — what you earn depends entirely on how many businesses you bring and which packages they buy.

Do I need to be technical?

No. You never touch a call flow or an integration. Your job is the introduction and, at reseller level, the relationship. Everything technical — building the agent, connecting the CRM, testing, and keeping it running — is ours.

What do my clients pay?

They pay our standard packages, which start at $399/month for 24/7 call coverage, with a one-time setup fee that is waived on a 12-month agreement. You are not asked to discount your own commission to win a deal.

When and how do I get paid?

Monthly, on collected revenue, for the life of the account. If the client stays five years, you get paid for five years. If they churn, the commission stops with them.

Who owns the client?

At referral level, we do — you make the introduction and collect. At reseller and white-label level, the relationship is yours, and we operate behind you.

How do I start?

Email hello@ubotika.com or call (424) 434-4541 — the AI answers that line, which is the fastest way to understand what you would be selling. There is no application form and no certification course; we start with a conversation and your first introduction.

By industry

The questions each industry actually asks — from the teams answering their phones today.

AI Agents LA full page →

What does an AI agent for a Los Angeles business actually do?

It answers inbound calls and web chats 24/7, qualifies leads, books appointments, and pushes notes into your CRM. UBOTIKA configures each agent around your hours, services, and handoff rules so it works like a trained team member.

How much does an AI agent cost in Los Angeles?

UBOTIKA plans start at $399/month with minutes included — far less than a part-time receptionist. Your exact price depends on call volume and integrations, and is confirmed with a fixed monthly quote after a free audit. You are never metered from the first minute the way an answering service bills you.

How long does it take to launch an AI agent?

Most UBOTIKA AI agents go live in a few days, including call-flow design, integration with your booking and CRM tools, and testing.

Will an AI agent integrate with the tools I already use?

Yes. UBOTIKA connects agents to common CRMs, calendars, and booking systems so bookings and lead details land where your team already works.

Can the AI agent handle Spanish-speaking callers?

Yes. UBOTIKA builds Spanish-friendly call flows so bilingual Los Angeles customers are answered naturally.

AI Phone Agents full page →

What is an AI phone agent?

An AI phone agent is software that answers your business phone in a natural voice, handles common questions, books appointments, and takes messages. UBOTIKA's agents pick up in under two seconds, 24/7.

Can an AI phone agent replace my receptionist?

It handles the repetitive, high-volume calls — bookings, hours, directions, FAQs — and escalates anything complex to your staff. Most LA teams use it to cover overflow, after-hours, and rush periods rather than replace people entirely.

What happens to calls after business hours?

The AI phone agent answers them, captures the lead's details, books or schedules a callback, and texts you a summary — so 2am calls become tomorrow's customers instead of voicemails.

How natural does an AI phone agent sound?

UBOTIKA tunes voice, pacing, and call flows so callers get a smooth, human-like conversation rather than a rigid phone tree.

How fast does it answer?

Under two seconds, every time — no hold music, no ringing out, even when several calls come in at once.

AI Receptionist full page →

What does an AI receptionist do?

It answers calls, books and reschedules appointments, takes messages, captures clean intake notes, and escalates urgent calls to staff. UBOTIKA configures it to match how your front desk already runs.

Is an AI receptionist cheaper than hiring one?

Typically, yes. It costs a fraction of a full-time front-desk salary and works around the clock with no breaks, sick days, or turnover.

Can it book directly into my calendar?

Yes. UBOTIKA syncs the AI receptionist with your scheduling system so appointments appear instantly on your team's calendar.

What if a caller needs a real person?

The AI receptionist warm-transfers the call or takes a detailed message and routes it to the right staff member, so nothing falls through.

How long until an AI receptionist is running?

Usually a few days from kickoff to live, including setup, integrations, and testing.

Restaurant AI full page →

How does an AI phone agent help a restaurant?

It answers reservation calls during rush, handles menu, hours, and directions questions, captures catering leads, and sends after-hours callers' details to your team — without pulling a host off the floor.

Can it take reservations automatically?

Yes. UBOTIKA connects the agent to your reservation system (OpenTable, Resy, or Tock) so bookings and waitlist entries happen hands-free.

What happens during the dinner rush when no one can grab the phone?

That is exactly when it earns its keep — the AI answers every call instantly, so rush-hour reservations and catering inquiries stop going to voicemail.

Does it handle catering and large-party inquiries?

Yes. It captures party size, date, contact info, and details, then routes the lead to your events team so high-value inquiries are not missed.

Can the restaurant AI agent answer in Spanish?

Yes — UBOTIKA builds bilingual call flows so all of your guests get answered.

Dental AI full page →

What does a dental AI receptionist handle?

New-patient calls, appointment scheduling, recall reminders, insurance-question routing, and clean intake capture. UBOTIKA configures it around your practice's workflow.

Can it book new patients after hours?

Yes. When a prospective patient calls at night or on weekends, the AI answers, collects their details, and books or schedules a callback — so they don't book with the practice down the street.

Will it work with my dental practice management software?

Yes. UBOTIKA integrates the AI receptionist with common dental PM systems so appointments and notes sync automatically.

Does it reduce no-shows?

Yes. It sends appointment confirmations and recall reminders, which cut no-shows and keep the schedule full.

Is patient information handled carefully?

UBOTIKA builds intake flows that collect only what your front desk needs and route it securely into your existing systems.

Law Firm AI full page →

What does an AI intake agent do for a law firm?

It answers new-client calls, collects matter details, qualifies the lead against your criteria, schedules consultations, and syncs intake notes to your CRM — 24/7.

Why does response speed matter for legal intake?

Leads contacted within five minutes convert dramatically more than those reached even 30 minutes later. The AI answers instantly, so your firm is first, not fifth.

Can it screen out cases we don't take?

Yes. UBOTIKA configures qualification questions so the agent flags or filters matters outside your practice areas before they reach your staff.

Does it handle after-hours calls?

Yes. Evening and weekend callers get answered, qualified, and scheduled instead of hitting voicemail.

Where do the intake notes go?

Straight into your CRM or case-management system, structured and complete, so attorneys have the full picture before the consultation.

For Contractors full page →

How does an AI receptionist help contractors win more jobs?

The first contractor to answer usually wins the job. UBOTIKA's AI answers every call in under two seconds — even when you're on a ladder or on a job site — qualifies the work, and books the estimate.

Does it work after hours and on weekends?

Yes. Emergency and after-hours calls get answered, triaged, and scheduled, so a 2am burst-pipe call becomes a booked job instead of a voicemail.

Can it qualify jobs so I don't waste time on tire-kickers?

Yes. It asks your qualifying questions — job type, location, urgency, budget range — so you only drive out for estimates worth your time.

Will it integrate with ServiceTitan or Jobber?

Yes. UBOTIKA syncs the agent with field-service tools like ServiceTitan and Jobber so jobs and contact details land in your system automatically.

How much does it cost for a contracting business?

Most contractors pay far less than one missed job per month would cost. UBOTIKA quotes a fixed monthly price after a free audit.

For Salons full page →

How does an AI receptionist help a salon?

It books and reschedules appointments 24/7, answers service and pricing questions, and captures after-hours leads — so your team can focus on the client in the chair instead of the ringing phone.

What does a missed booking call actually cost a salon?

A single missed booking is often $80–$200 walking next door. The AI answers every call so those bookings stay yours.

Does it integrate with my salon booking software?

Yes. UBOTIKA connects it to Vagaro, Square, Boulevard, Mindbody, and Fresha so appointments sync to your calendar automatically.

Can it handle rescheduling and cancellations?

Yes — it manages reschedules and cancellations and can backfill openings, keeping your book full.

Will it reduce no-shows?

Yes. Automated SMS reminders and confirmations cut no-shows and recover otherwise-empty slots.

For Restaurants full page →

How does an AI receptionist help a restaurant?

It answers reservation calls during the rush, fields menu, hours, and directions questions, captures catering and large-party leads, and takes after-hours messages — without interrupting service.

Can it take reservations automatically?

Yes. UBOTIKA connects it to OpenTable, Resy, or Tock so reservations and waitlist entries are handled hands-free.

What happens during peak dinner hours?

The AI answers every call instantly, so rush-hour reservations and catering inquiries stop going to voicemail when your staff cannot reach the phone.

Does it handle catering inquiries?

Yes — it captures party size, date, and contact details and routes high-value catering leads to the right person.

Can it answer in Spanish?

Yes. UBOTIKA builds bilingual flows so every caller is served.

For Clinics full page →

What does an AI front desk do for a medical clinic?

It answers patient calls, schedules and confirms appointments, sends recall reminders, routes urgent cases to on-call staff, and captures intake cleanly — 24/7.

Can patients book outside business hours?

Yes. After-hours callers get answered and booked instead of sent to the practice down the street, so you capture bookings your front desk would otherwise miss.

Does it integrate with our practice management system?

Yes. UBOTIKA syncs appointments and intake notes into your existing PM software automatically.

Will it reduce no-shows and front-desk load?

Yes. Smart reminders cut no-shows, and offloading routine calls lowers pressure on your front-desk team.

How are urgent calls handled?

The AI recognizes urgency cues and routes those calls to on-call staff immediately, while routine requests are booked or messaged.

For Property Management full page →

How does an AI receptionist help a property management company?

It answers every tenant, prospect, and owner call 24/7 — triaging maintenance requests, qualifying leasing inquiries and booking showings, and routing emergencies — so no lease, work order, or owner question slips through the cracks.

Can it handle after-hours maintenance emergencies?

Yes. The AI recognizes urgency cues (flooding, no heat, lockouts), logs the work order, and routes true emergencies to your on-call staff or vendor immediately, while routine requests are captured for the morning.

Will it help us lease units faster?

Yes. Prospects who hit voicemail just call the next listing. The AI answers instantly, qualifies the renter, answers availability and pricing, and books the showing — so your vacancies fill faster.

Does it integrate with our property management software?

Yes. UBOTIKA syncs calls, work orders, and leads into tools like AppFolio, Buildium, Yardi, and Rent Manager so everything lands in your system automatically.

How much does it cost for a property management company?

Most companies pay far less than a single extended vacancy or lost owner would cost. UBOTIKA quotes a fixed monthly price after a free missed-call audit.

Question not here?

Call (424) 434-4541 and ask the AI itself — it answers the way it would answer your customers. Or start with a free audit and we'll answer it against your actual call volume.

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