💬 5 Review Request Messages That Actually Work (Copy & Paste Templates)

You’ve done a great job, your customer’s smiling, and you know they’d leave you a 5-star review — but how do you actually ask without sounding awkward?

Getting more Google reviews isn’t about luck. It’s about asking the right way, at the right time.
To make it easier, here are five proven message templates that Kiwi business owners can use straight away — whether you’re a builder, café, or salon.

🧠 Why Your Message Matters

People are busy. Even happy customers forget to leave reviews unless it’s simple, friendly, and personal.

The key is to:
✅ Ask right after the job or service is done
✅ Make it effortless (no searching or typing)
✅ Sound like a real person, not a robot

That’s where your Quick Reviews NFC card or automated review link does the heavy lifting — one tap, and they’re right on your Google page.

🧰 Template 1: For Tradies and Service Businesses

“Hey [Name], thanks for choosing us for your job today!
If you were happy with the work, we’d really appreciate a quick Google review — it helps other Kiwis find a reliable [your trade].
Just tap this card or click this link to leave your feedback: [insert review link]
Cheers, [Your Name]”

👉 Use this in a text message or hand over your NFC Review Card at the end of the job.

☕ Template 2: For Cafés and Hospitality

“We hope you enjoyed your visit to [Your Café Name]!
Your feedback keeps us going (and helps others find us too).
It only takes 10 seconds — just tap this card or scan the code to leave a quick Google review.
Thanks heaps! 💛”

📍 Display this on a table talker or use it for takeaway orders.

💇 Template 3: For Hairdressers, Salons, and Retail

“We’d love to hear how we did today!
If you have a minute, please leave us a quick Google review — it helps local businesses like ours grow.
Tap the card or scan the code to leave your review: [insert link]
Thank you for your support 💫”

💡 Add a personal touch like mentioning the stylist’s name or the product they purchased.

🧾 Template 4: Follow-Up Message (SMS or Email)

“Hi [Name], thanks again for choosing [Business Name].
If you haven’t had a chance yet, we’d really appreciate your feedback — it helps us keep improving and helps others find us.
Leave your review here: [insert link]
Cheers, [Your Team Name]”

💬 Works perfectly when automated through Quick Reviews software — send it 24 hours after the job or visit.

💪 Template 5: Repeat Customers or Long-Term Clients

“We really appreciate your ongoing support!
If you could take a moment to share your experience on Google, it would mean the world to us — and help more people discover [Your Business Name].
Here’s the link: [insert link]
Thanks again for being an awesome customer.”

This one’s ideal for repeat clients, property managers, or anyone who’s used your services more than once.

🚀 Pro Tips for Review Requests

✅ Keep it casual — Kiwi customers respond best to plain, genuine language.
✅ Ask in person whenever you can.
✅ Show appreciation — a simple “thanks” goes a long way.
✅ Follow up automatically with Quick Reviews software.
✅ Respond to reviews (even short replies show you care).

💡 Turn Asking Into a Habit

Make asking for reviews part of your routine — like putting the tools away or wiping down the counter at the end of a shift.
Your NFC card should live in your pocket, wallet, or by the till so it’s always within reach.

It’s the easiest marketing you’ll ever do.

👉 Get Started

• Order your NFC Review Card: quickreviews.co.nz/nfc-cards

• Automate review requests: quickreviews.co.nz/pricing

• Check your current reviews: quickreviews.co.nz/check-reviews