Glossary
First-Time Fix Rate
Percentage of service calls resolved on the first visit — the top customer-satisfaction driver in trades.
For repair-heavy trades (HVAC, plumbing, appliance), every callback erases the original job's margin and damages the relationship. Top-quartile shops run 85%+ first-time fix; bottom quartile under 70%. Driven by truck-stock optimization, photo-tagged diagnostic notes, and tech experience.