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How to set up emergency call escalation

Get an instant text when a caller has an urgent situation.

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  1. Go to AI Settings → Escalation

    Settings → AI Receptionist → Escalation Rules.

  2. Add emergency keywords

    Enter keywords that signal an emergency: 'flooding', 'burst pipe', 'no heat', 'gas smell', 'sparking'. The AI listens for these during every call.

  3. Set your escalation number

    Enter the phone number that gets texted when an emergency keyword is detected. This is usually your personal cell.

  4. Choose the message format

    You'll get a text with the caller's name, number, what they said, and a callback link. You can customize the message template.

Frequently asked

Does the AI tell the caller it's escalating?

Yes. It says something like: 'This sounds urgent. I'm flagging this right now and someone will call you back immediately.'

Can I escalate to multiple people?

Yes. Add multiple escalation numbers and all of them will receive the text.

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