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Garage AutomationMediumMVP 1–2 weeksBudget from €1,500

Garage Repair Estimate Generator

Turn a repair request into a structured job card and a draft estimate, ready for review.

For auto repair shops and small garages.

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01

The problem

Repair requests, photos, vehicle details, parts and labor estimates are scattered across messages, notes and supplier websites.

02

Why it matters

Customers compare shops on how fast and clearly they get an offer. When the details live in scattered notes and supplier tabs, estimates are slow and inconsistent. A structured draft lets you respond faster and look more professional — while you still approve every number.

03

How automation helps

The system turns a customer request into a structured job card and prepares a draft estimate for human review.

04

Example workflow

  1. 1Customer request arrives
  2. 2Vehicle and problem are extracted
  3. 3Trello/CRM card is created
  4. 4Labor and parts placeholders are added
  5. 5Draft estimate is generated
  6. 6Manager approves the estimate
  7. 7Customer receives the offer
05

Tools that can be connected

TrelloGoogle SheetsPDFTelegramn8n
06

Typical result

Faster repair estimates and more professional, consistent customer offers.

07

Start small

Start with one repair category, such as brakes, oil service or diagnostics.

You don't need a big system on day one — we start with one process and grow it only when it earns its place.

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