10 Pro Tips to Get the Most Out of DripJobs CRM for Painting Contractors

At Taurify, we specialize in helping painting businesses grow using digital marketing. One key tool we consistently recommend to contractors is a high-performing CRM—and DripJobs is one of the best in the industry for painters.

In this post, we’ll walk through 10 proven tips to help painting contractors get more leads, streamline operations, and close more jobs using DripJobs. Whether you’re new to CRMs or have been using one for years, these recommendations will help you get the most out of your software.

1. Attend the Weekly Roundtable Trainings

DripJobs hosts weekly roundtables that highlight new features, share expert tips, and give live training. Staying updated helps you and your team use the platform to its full potential.

Pro Tip: Bookmark the DripJobs YouTube Channel and attend live when possible. Consider watching recordings with your team during weekly meetings.

2. Sync Google Calendar for Scheduling Accuracy

Avoid double bookings and streamline scheduling by syncing your Google Calendar with DripJobs. This is especially important for your sales reps or estimators.

If a rep marks time off in their calendar, DripJobs will automatically block that time, reducing errors and customer frustration.

3. Send Email Blasts to Stay Top-of-Mind

If you’ve collected leads over time, don’t let them go cold. Use DripJobs’ email blast feature to reconnect with your contacts.

A monthly email that highlights seasonal promotions, holiday greetings, or new services is enough to remind past leads that you’re still around—and still the best choice for the job.

Best Practice: Keep it simple and avoid over-sending. Once a month is usually ideal.

4. Explore DripJobs Academy: Focus on Production Rates

DripJobs Academy offers valuable training, especially the module on production rates by Aiden Smith from Paint Pro Coaching.

Understanding how to estimate based on production rates allows for faster, more accurate quotes—and that means faster closes.

5. Customize Your Proposal Templates

Your proposal is often the first official impression of your company. Invest the time to create a clean, professional template.

This not only boosts your credibility but makes on-the-spot presentations easier—something that’s been proven to increase close rates.

Pro Tip: Add your license, insurance info, and photos of past projects to the template for maximum trust.

6. Set Up Text Messaging with A2P Registration

Text messages get seen more often than emails. Set up DripJobs’ A2P (Application-to-Person) text messaging so you can send automated proposal reminders, appointment confirmations, and follow-ups.

Tip: Register your phone number properly to stay compliant and avoid being flagged as spam.

7. Add Closing Incentives in Your Follow-Up Drips

Customize your post-estimate follow-ups by adding limited-time discounts or other closing incentives.

For example, offer $250 off if the customer books within a week of the estimate. You’ve already paid for the lead—make the most of it.

8. Build Out the Customer Proposal Portal

When customers receive your proposal, they see a dedicated portal. Customize it with:

• Google reviews

• Team introduction videos

• Licensing and insurance info

• Portfolio images

The more trust you build here, the easier it is to justify your pricing.

9. Use Labels to Organize and Track Leads

DripJobs lets you add labels to every lead in your pipeline. Use tags like "Follow-Up Needed", "On Hold", or "Estimate Scheduled" to keep your sales process efficient and accountable.

This also helps your team stay on the same page and reduces lead leakage.

10. Offer Multiple Payment Options

The easier it is to pay, the more jobs you’ll close. Enable:

• E-signature and credit card payments via Stripe

• Traditional options like cash or check

• Financing options via Acorn, especially for large jobs

Even if a customer doesn’t ask for financing, it’s a great tool to have ready. More payment flexibility = more conversions.

Final Thoughts: Start Getting the Most Out of DripJobs

DripJobs is a powerful CRM built specifically for painting contractors, but only if you’re using it right. From proposals and payment processing to automations and team coordination, there’s a lot to gain when this tool is optimized.

We at Taurify have helped countless painting businesses grow by combining effective CRM usage with smart marketing strategies.

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