Question 1

Is AI automation actually affordable for a small business?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A single workflow automation starts at $1,500 CAD as a one-time build. If that automation saves your team 5 hours a week at $30/hr, it pays for itself in 10 weeks. Most clients recover the cost in 2–3 months and save that time every week after.

Question 2

What does an AI automation project actually cost?

Accepted Answer

Most initial builds land between $1,500 and $5,000 CAD depending on complexity and the number of integrations. Every project gets a fixed-price quote before work begins.

Question 3

Are there hidden fees or ongoing costs I should know about?

Accepted Answer

No hidden fees. Every project is quoted upfront at a fixed price. Every project includes 30 days of post-launch support at no extra charge. Optional monthly maintenance starts at $299 CAD/month but is never required.

Question 4

How does BrandCurb pricing compare to using ChatGPT directly?

Accepted Answer

ChatGPT costs $20–200 USD/month but requires manual use. BrandCurb builds tools that work autonomously without anyone typing prompts. The better comparison is: what does it cost to have a human do this task every week?

Question 5

How long does it take to get a working automation?

Accepted Answer

Most clients go live within two weeks of the discovery call. Simple single-workflow automations can ship in as little as five business days.

Question 6

What happens on the first call?

Accepted Answer

It is 30 minutes, no slides, no pitch deck. We ask about your busiest workflows, identify what is eating the most of your team's time, and walk through two or three specific automation opportunities live. You leave with a clear picture of what we would build, how long it takes, and what it costs.

Question 7

Do I need technical knowledge or a developer on my team?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. We handle everything: setup, integration, testing, deployment, and documentation. Your team interacts with the final tool through software they already use.

Question 8

What is the difference between BrandCurb and ChatGPT?

Accepted Answer

ChatGPT is a general-purpose AI you interact with manually. BrandCurb builds purpose-built AI tools that run automatically in the background of your business, trained on your specific products and workflows, and take action rather than waiting for a prompt.

Question 9

Will AI automation replace my employees?

Accepted Answer

No. Every business we have worked with used automation to free their team from repetitive work, not to shrink headcount. Automation takes the mechanical work; your team keeps the relationship work.

Question 10

Is my business data safe with BrandCurb?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All data in transit is encrypted via TLS 1.3. At rest, data is encrypted with AES-256. We never use client data to train public AI models. Every project includes a Data Processing Agreement by default.

Question 11

Are you PIPEDA compliant?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We are Canadian-founded and build PIPEDA-compliant by default for all clients. For US clients we design for CCPA alignment; for UK clients, GDPR.

Question 12

What industries does BrandCurb serve?

Accepted Answer

Restaurants, retail, e-commerce, professional services (law, accounting, consulting), real estate, healthcare and wellness, trades and contracting, and more. The underlying problems show up in every industry.

Question 13

Does BrandCurb work with businesses outside Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. While Canadian-founded, we actively work with businesses in the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia.

Questions we hear every day. Answered honestly.

Pricing

Getting Started

Technology

Data & Security

Is It Right for Me?

Ask us directly. No pitch, no pressure.

Frequently Asked Questions — AI Automation for Small Businesses