We’re rolling out some enhancements to Skimmer Billing to help you get paid faster, reduce admin work, and improve cash flow. See what’s new below:
Introducing AutoPay for work orders: Say goodbye to late payments and better cash flow
What is AutoPay?
AutoPay automatically charges your customer’s stored payment method for invoices, making payments seamless and reliable.
What’s new?
Now, AutoPay extends to work orders, so invoices tied to work order types determined by you can be paid automatically—just like regular routine service.
How does this work?
With AutoPay for work orders, you can now specify which work order types are eligible for automatic payment. Simply visit the settings page and edit your work order types.
How does AutoPay for work orders help you?
This feature is a win-win for your business and your customers as it:
Improves cash flow: Automatically collect payments for work orders, reducing the risk of late or missed payments.
Prevents service disruptions: Keep your services running without interruptions caused by unpaid invoices. Simplifies billing: Reduce administrative hassles by automating payments for eligible work orders.
Learn more about AutoPay here
Important notes:
- This only applies to completed work orders in invoices created through the invoice generator
- All work orders invoiced together must be eligible for AutoPay for the invoice to be automatically paid.
Failed payment notifications
We’re introducing failed payment notifications for AutoPay to help you monitor late payments and resolve them quicker.
What’s new?
Instant alerts: Pool owners will always get an automatic email when an AutoPay fails (no setup needed).
Daily failed payment reports: Admins can opt-in to receive an email report of failed payments from the previous day
Clearer payment tracking: AutoPay transactions are now labelled on the payments listing page
Direct payment through invoice: Pool owners can review and pay directly from the failed payment notification and the customer portal link in the email.
How does this help your business?
Previously, failed AutoPay transactions could go unnoticed, causing late payments and service delays. With this update, both you and your customers get real-time notifications, leading to:
Fewer service disruptions from missed payments Faster collections with automated communication Easy tracking of problem payments and faster resolution
Next-day payouts are here! 🚀
Faster payouts mean better cash flow. Currently at no cost, Skimmer customers who use our payments and invoicing solution can receive debit and credit card payouts in just one business day—a huge improvement from the previous 3–5 day wait. This gives you more control and predictability over your finances, helping you:
- Pay bills on time – Stay on top of expenses like payroll & suppliers
- Invest in growth – Easily reinvest in equipment, marketing, or new hires
- Operate smoothly – Reduce financial stress with more predictable cash flow
Plus, this update includes dispute handling at no cost to your business.
We’ve got a number of other exciting releases planned for this year, so look out for new Skimmer features and enhancements.
If you’re looking for expert guidance on streamlining your payment and invoicing process, book a complimentary meeting with our team today.
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