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How To Set A Reminder For Appointments In The Lead Project And Customer Modules

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.

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