Industry Guide

Manage Your Mobile Workforce From One Platform

FSM software helps service businesses manage mobile workforces. Scheduling, dispatching, work orders, invoicing, and more in one platform.

Industries Using FSM Software

HVACPlumbingElectricalPest ControlLandscapingAppliance Repair

Core FSM Features

Essential capabilities every field service business needs.

Scheduling & Dispatching

Drag-and-drop scheduling with real-time technician locations. Assign jobs based on skills, availability, and location.

Route Optimization

AI clusters jobs geographically to minimize drive time. More jobs, less fuel, higher technician efficiency.

Work Order Management

Create, assign, and track work orders from request to completion. Full job history and documentation.

Invoicing & Payments

Generate invoices from completed work orders. Accept payments on-site or via customer portal.

Mobile Apps

Give technicians everything they need in the field. Schedules, customer info, signatures, payments.

Customer Management

Track customers, properties, equipment, and service history. Full CRM for service businesses.

Top FSM Software Options

Different tools for different industries and business sizes.

Plenum

HVAC/Mechanical Specialist

HVAC/Plumbing
$999/mo + usage

Best for: Growth-focused HVAC/plumbing shops

  • 5 techs included
  • AHRI equipment integration
  • Route clustering
  • Rebate automation

ServiceTitan

Enterprise FSM

$300+/user/month

Best for: Large operations (50+ techs)

  • Enterprise features
  • Marketing suite
  • Advanced reporting
  • Call tracking

Housecall Pro

Mid-Market FSM

$65-129/user/month

Best for: Small shops (1-10 techs)

  • Easy to use
  • Good mobile app
  • Communication tools
  • Basic features

Jobber

General FSM

$49-129/user/month

Best for: Multi-trade businesses

  • Simple interface
  • Quote tools
  • Client hub
  • Affordable

Choosing FSM Software

Key factors to consider when evaluating field service management solutions.

Industry-Specific vs General

Industry-specific software has features tailored to your trade. General FSM works across industries but lacks specialized capabilities.

Pricing Model

Per-user pricing scales with team size. Flat-rate pricing stays constant as you grow. Calculate total cost at your target team size.

Mobile Experience

Technicians spend 90% of their time in the field. Mobile app quality directly impacts adoption and efficiency.

Total Cost of Ownership

Include implementation, training, and add-on costs. Some platforms have hidden fees for features you need.

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