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Introducing "Bolt" by ElevatorZip, with Brad Hoersten

August 05, 2025 • Matt Allred • Season 4 • Episode 16

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This episode is brought to you by Elevator Zip. Visit https://elevatorzip.com/ to learn more.

Intro:
This episode of Elevator Tools & Tech is brought to you by Elevator Zip, creators of Elevator Zip and the all new BOLT, an AI powered estimation and proposal tool for elevator mechanics and sales reps. Learn more at elevatorzip.com. Now, let’s dive in.

Summary:
Brad Hoersten discusses Elevator Zip and its new AI-powered tool, Bolt, designed to streamline the sales process in the elevator industry. Elevator Zip helps mechanics capture and propose repair sales leads more efficiently, reducing the time it takes from weeks to minutes. Bolt allows mechanics to create estimates, convert them to proposals, and secure customer signatures on-site, eliminating the need for office intervention. This empowers mechanics to act quickly, potentially increasing sales and customer satisfaction. The tool also includes AI-driven recommendations to ensure accurate proposals. The rollout process is expected to take about two weeks.