Why This Matters
Keeping track of appointments and follow-ups can make or break your customer relationships. Setting reminders in SubcontractorHub means your team never misses an important meeting, site visit, or callback — keeping customers happy and projects on track.
What You'll Need
Admin access to SubcontractorHub
A web browser (Chrome or Edge recommended)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1
From the main menu, go to “Database” under “Manage Database”.
Step 2
Click “Additional” and from the drop-down, select “Automation”.
Step 3
Click “+Add” icon to add a new automation
Step 4
Provide a title and click “Next”.
Step 5
Select any module among “Lead”, “Project”, and “Customer”. For this example, we have selected “Lead”.
Step 6
Select your preferred job type.
Step 7
Click “Add Start Trigger(s)” to add a trigger and then select “When Lead Created” from the list.
Step 8
Click the “+” icon to select how the automation will end.
Step 9
Select “Schedule Appointment” from the drop-down.
Step 10
Select the "Appointment Type" from the drop-down.
Step 11
Provide a title and choose the attendees by clicking on “Select Attendee”.
Step 12
Scroll down to locate "Reminder" and check the checkbox. You can also choose reminder options and customize the reminder content using this feature. Click “Save” once you have set the reminder options and content.
Step 13
Once saved, you will be able to see the Reminder specifics along with the trigger.
Real-World Example
💡 A roofing contractor sets appointment reminders for all site visits. Their install team gets automatic reminders 24 hours before each appointment, cutting no-shows by 40% and keeping their schedule running like clockwork.
Pro Tips
Start small: Test this feature on one project before rolling it out company-wide.
Need help? Contact SubcontractorHub support — they're always happy to walk you through it.
Bookmark this guide: Come back anytime you need a quick refresher.
Troubleshooting
Problem | Solution |
Setting doesn't appear | Make sure you have admin access and the correct permissions enabled. |
Changes not saving | Refresh your browser and try again. Check your internet connection. |
Feature not working as expected | Clear your browser cache or try a different browser. Contact support if the issue persists. |
Change Log
Date | Change |
May 2026 | Rewritten for clarity; simplified language for non-technical contractors; added images and troubleshooting. |