Hank AI

#What Is Hank AI?

Hank is Jobkore's built-in AI assistant designed specifically for contractors. Give Hank your notes, photos, or files, and he'll organize them into a structured estimate with sections and detailed line items. Instead of starting from a blank page, you start with a solid draft that you can review, refine, and send.

Hank doesn't guess at your prices — he focuses on identifying the scope of work, organizing it into logical sections, and writing clear descriptions for each line item. You fill in the quantities and rates based on your expertise and local market.

#Providing Input

The more context you give Hank, the better the results. You can provide input in several ways:

Notes

Type or paste your project notes in the text field. This can be anything: a client's description of what they want, your own walkthrough notes, a scope of work, or a rough list of tasks.

Be as specific as you can. For example, "remodel master bathroom" will produce a generic estimate, while "gut master bathroom, install new tile shower with niche, replace vanity with 48in double sink, new toilet, add exhaust fan" gives Hank much more to work with.

Voice Input

Instead of typing, you can record an audio description directly in the Hank dialog. Tap the microphone button, describe the project out loud, and your recording is automatically transcribed into text. This is especially handy when you're on the jobsite and it's easier to talk than type.

Files

You can attach up to 5 files (max 10 MB each) to give Hank visual or documentary context. Supported file types include:

• Images: JPG, PNG, HEIC, and other common image formats. Great for jobsite photos, sketches, or screenshots of plans.
• PDFs: Hank reads the text from PDF documents. For scanned PDFs without selectable text, Hank reads them as images instead.
• Text files: Plain text files with notes, specs, or material lists.

Field Notes

If you've already captured project details as field notes, you can use them directly with Hank. Select one or more field notes and click Create with Hank. The text from those notes — plus any email attachments associated with them — are automatically included as input. This saves you from re-typing or re-attaching things you've already captured.

#How Hank Works

Here is the typical workflow for using Hank to generate an estimate:

1. Open Hank: From the estimate form, click the Hank AI button to open the Hank dialog.
2. Provide input: Enter your project notes, record a voice description, and optionally attach photos or documents.
3. Submit: Click generate and wait a few seconds for Hank to process your input.
4. Review the results: Hank returns a structured estimate with named sections and line items. Each line item includes a description and notes. Review the output to make sure it covers the full scope.
5. Revise with feedback: If something is missing or needs adjustment, type feedback in the text field (e.g., "add a section for electrical" or "remove the drywall items"). Hank revises the estimate based on your feedback while keeping the rest intact.
6. Approve: Once you're satisfied, click approve. All the sections and line items are inserted into your estimate form.
7. Fill in pricing: Add quantities and unit prices to each line item based on your knowledge and pricing.

When Hank needs more info

If your notes are too vague or don't contain enough detail for Hank to generate meaningful line items, he'll respond with a "needs more info" message instead of guessing. He'll explain what additional details would help and ask you to provide them.

#Language

Hank can work in English or Spanish. You can switch the language in the Hank dialog or set your preference in Settings > Hank AI. When set to Spanish, Hank generates section names, line item descriptions, and notes in Spanish.

#Hank's Memory (Preferences)

Hank's Memory lets you save standing instructions that Hank follows on every request. These are preferences about how you run your business that shouldn't need to be repeated each time.

Examples of preferences

• "I sub out all tile work to ABC Tile"
• "Always include a cleanup section at the end"
• "I don't do electrical — skip all electrical items"
• "Use 'sqft' as the unit for flooring and 'lf' for trim"
• "Include a 10% contingency line item in every estimate"

Managing preferences

You can save up to 20 preferences, each up to 150 characters long. Manage them in two places:

• In the Hank dialog: Click the memory/preferences section to add, edit, or remove preferences while you're working with Hank.
• In Settings: Go to Settings > Hank AI to manage all your preferences in one place.

#Improve with Hank

Beyond full estimate generation, Hank can also improve individual text fields on your documents. Look for the Improve with Hank button next to these fields:

• Notes: Rewrite your document notes to be more professional and clear.
• Descriptions: Improve individual line item descriptions so they're detailed and consistent.
• Payment Terms: Polish your payment terms language.
• Email Message: Refine the email message that accompanies your document.

Hank can also generate titles automatically for your field notes — just tap Generate Title after creating a note.

To use any improvement, write a rough draft in the field, then click Improve with Hank. Hank rewrites the text in a professional tone while preserving your meaning and intent. You can accept the rewrite or keep your original.

#Tips for Best Results

• Be specific: Include dimensions, materials, quantities, and locations when you know them.
• Attach photos: A picture of the jobsite often communicates more than a paragraph of text.
• Use voice: If typing is inconvenient on site, record a voice description instead.
• Use preferences: Set up your standing instructions so Hank knows your trade, your subs, and your standards.
• Iterate: Don't expect perfection on the first try. Use the feedback loop to refine the estimate before approving.
• Review everything: Hank is a starting point, not the final word. Always review the generated items against your professional judgment before sending to a client.