--- title: "How GoPave Works - Lead to Job to Review Automation | GoPave" description: "See the complete paving contractor workflow: missed-call text-back, estimate scheduling, automated follow-ups, payment links, and review requests." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebPage", "name": "How GoPave Works", "description": "See the exact workflow: instant responses, estimate scheduling, quote follow-ups, payment links, and automated review requests", "url": "https://gopavecrm.com/how-it-works", "isPartOf": { "@type": "WebSite", "name": "GoPave", "url": "https://gopavecrm.com" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does it take to get started?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Most contractors are fully live within 7 days. We handle the setup, so you don't need to spend hours configuring software." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need to be tech-savvy?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Not at all. We set everything up for you during onboarding. You just need to know how to use your phone." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I keep my current phone number?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes! We can either forward your existing number or port it over. We'll help you decide what works best." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What if I already use other software?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "GoPave can replace most of the tools paving contractors use — CRMs, scheduling apps, invoicing tools. We help you consolidate into one system." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is there training included?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Absolutely. Every plan includes white-glove onboarding with live training calls. We make sure you're comfortable before we hand over the keys." } } ] } ] --- [![GoPave - CRM for Paving Contractors](/assets/gopave-logo-DTDNhWwP.png)](/) [Product](/product) [How It Works](/how-it-works)[Pricing](/pricing)[Blog](/blog)[Resources](/resources)[Contact](/contact) [Login](https://app.gopavecrm.com)[Book a Demo](/book-demo) [Book a Demo ](/book-demo) # How GoPave Works One system that connects every part of your paving business — from first call to 5-star review. [Watch Demo](/watch-demo) ## The Paving Business Flywheel Each step feeds the next. More leads become more estimates, more jobs, more reviews — and more reviews bring more leads. 01 ### Capture Leads Never miss a lead. Instant text-back on missed calls, web forms, and chat — all in one place. 02 ### Book Estimates Turn warm leads into booked appointments with automated follow-up and scheduling. 03 ### Get Paid Send invoices and collect payments faster with simple digital billing. 04 ### Grow Reputation Turn completed jobs into 5-star reviews automatically. Reviews bring more leads — the cycle continues ## The Complete Workflow See exactly what happens at each step — from the moment a lead contacts you to when they leave a review. ### Lead Comes In Homeowner calls, fills out a form, or sends a message ### Instant Response GoPave texts back in seconds, even if you miss the call ### Automated Follow-Up Smart sequences keep the lead warm until they book ### Estimate Booked They pick a time on your calendar — no phone tag ### Job Gets Done You do what you do best — pave driveways and parking lots ### Invoice Sent Digital invoice with payment link for fast collection ### Review Requested Automatic review request brings in 5-star ratings ### What You Need to Get Started 1 Your business name and logo 2 Phone number to forward calls to 3 Email address for notifications 4 Payment processor info (optional) 5 Existing review page links (Google, etc.) That's it. We handle everything else. ### What We Do For You Set up your dedicated phone number Configure missed-call text-back Build your lead capture forms Create estimate follow-up sequences Set up online scheduling Configure appointment reminders Build digital invoicing Set up automated review requests Train you on the system ## Common Questions ### How long does it take to get started? ### Do I need to be tech-savvy? ### Can I keep my current phone number? ### What if I already use other software? ### Is there training included? ## Ready to See It in Action? Watch the demo to see exactly how GoPave works for paving contractors. [Watch Demo](/watch-demo)[View Pricing](/pricing) ![GoPave - CRM for Asphalt Contractors](/assets/gopave-logo-DTDNhWwP.png) The asphalt contractor system that captures leads, books estimates, gets you paid, and grows your reputation. ### Product - [How It Works](/how-it-works) - [Capture Leads](/product/capture-leads) - [Book Estimates](/product/book-estimates) - [Get Paid](/product/get-paid) - [Grow Reputation](/product/grow-reputation) ### Solutions - [Missed-Call Text Back](/missed-call-text-back) - [Estimate Follow-Up](/estimate-follow-up) - [Unified Inbox](/asphalt-unified-inbox) - [Online Scheduling](/asphalt-online-scheduling) - [Invoicing & Payments](/asphalt-invoicing-payments) - [Review Automation](/asphalt-review-automation) - [Lead Generation](/asphalt-lead-generation) - [Commercial Paving CRM](/commercial-paving-crm) ### Guides - [Asphalt Paving Guide](/asphalt-paving-guide) - [Driveway Paving Cost](/asphalt-paving-guide/driveway-cost) - [Sealcoating Cost](/asphalt-paving-guide/sealcoating-cost) - [Best Time to Pave](/asphalt-paving-guide/best-time-to-pave-driveway) - [Asphalt vs Concrete](/asphalt-paving-guide/asphalt-vs-concrete) - [Parking Lot Paving Cost](/asphalt-paving-guide/parking-lot-paving-cost) - [Repair vs Replace](/asphalt-paving-guide/repair-vs-replace) ### Company - [About](/about) - [Contact](/contact) - [Pricing](/pricing) - [Compare](/compare) - [Resources](/resources) - [Blog](/blog) - [Calculator](/calculator) ### Legal - [Privacy Policy](/privacy) - [Terms of Service](/terms) - [SMS Terms](/sms-terms) - [Cookies](/cookies) © 2026 GoPave. 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