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ToolWhat it doesAccess

• manage_budget Read or build an Operating Budget or Express Budget, choose the overhead recovery method and activate it. writeAsks first

  The active budget prices every estimate: labor burden, overhead recovery and profit targets flow into the Price List and from there into estimates. Activating a new budget changes future prices. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_budget

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/budget/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_budget

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `get`, `create`, `update`, `activate`. `get` only reads.
  style string	string	For `create`: `operating` or `express` (markups only).
  fields object	object	Sales goal, field labor, equipment, materials, subcontracting, overhead and profit inputs.
  recovery_method string	string	`MORS` (LMN recommends it), `FLH` or `SORS`.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "budget": "2027 Operating Budget",
    "sales_goal": 1850000,
    "profit_margin": 12,
    "recovery_method": "MORS",
    "active": false
  }

• manage_price_list Read or add production rate calculators, estimate templates and default taxes in the Price List. writeAsks first

  Production rate calculators turn quantities into labor hours so estimators price work the same way. Set default taxes before you build templates and estimates. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_price_list

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/price-list/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_price_list

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `list`, `add_production_rate`, `add_template`, `set_tax`. `list` only reads.
  item object	object	Calculator, template or tax details as the Price List asks for them.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "production_rates": [
      {
        "name": "Sod install",
        "unit": "sq ft",
        "hours_per_unit": 0.012
      }
    ],
    "default_tax": "HST 13%"
  }

• manage_services List or add the services and service types used on estimates, jobs and billing. writeAsks first

  Services live in Settings > Jobs > Services so every job uses one standard list. Crews confirm them at clock-out, and they drive billing, reporting and scheduling. Each service area on an estimate needs a service type to carry over to jobs. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_services

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/services/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_services

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `list`, `add_service`, `add_service_type`. `list` only reads.
  name string	string	Service or service type name.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "services": [
      "Weekly mowing",
      "Spring cleanup",
      "Fall cleanup"
    ],
    "service_types": [
      "Maintenance",
      "Snow"
    ]
  }

ToolWhat it doesAccess

• list_estimates Read the Estimate List with type, status, proposal status, version and total. read

  Returns the columns of Estimates > Estimate List: date, client, type, address, project, ID, version, estimate status and proposal status. Use it to find estimates waiting for follow-up. Nothing is changed.

  MCP calllmn_read → list_estimates

  REST endpointGET https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/estimates

  Parameters

  Parameters: list_estimates

  Name	Type	Description
  type string	string	`standard`, `service` or empty for both.
  status string	string	In Progress, Lost or Sold.
  from string	string	ISO date the estimate was created from.

  Example response

  {
    "estimates": [
      {
        "id": "E-2291",
        "client": "Oakridge HOA",
        "type": "Service",
        "status": "In Progress",
        "proposal": "Sent",
        "total": 38400
      },
      {
        "id": "E-2295",
        "client": "Example Homeowner",
        "type": "Standard",
        "status": "Sold",
        "proposal": "Approved",
        "total": 14650
      }
    ]
  }

• manage_estimates Create a Service estimate for recurring work or a Standard estimate for a project, and mark items optional. writeAsks first

  Service estimates split a per-season total over the payments you choose; Standard estimates support progress or milestone billing across several work areas. Optional work areas or services let the client choose on a web proposal. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_estimates

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/estimates/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_estimates

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `get`, `create`, `update`, `set_optional`. `get` only reads.
  type string	string	`service` (maintenance, snow) or `standard` (design-build, install).
  contact string	string	CRM contact the estimate is for.
  items array	array	Service areas or work areas with price list items and quantities.
  billing object	object	Service: billing type per season, per visit or per hour, visits weekly, bi-weekly or monthly, contract start and end.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "id": "E-2291",
    "type": "Service",
    "client": "Oakridge HOA",
    "billing": "Per Season",
    "payments": 8,
    "total": 38400,
    "saved": true
  }

• send_proposal Send an estimate as a web proposal by email, text or both, or read its proposal status. writeAsks first

  Clients approve and sign, request changes or decline in the browser, without a PDF or a login. Texting needs Verified SMS and an opted-in mobile number. A sent proposal has reached your client. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → send_proposal

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/proposals

  Parameters

  Parameters: send_proposal

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `status`, `send`. `status` only reads.
  estimate string required	string	Estimate ID.
  channel string	string	`email`, `text` or `email_text`.
  message string	string	Optional custom message; a text is at most 250 characters and LMN adds the link.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action",
    "estimate": "estimate"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "estimate": "E-2291",
    "channel": "email_text",
    "sent_to": "board@example.com",
    "status": "Sent"
  }

• configure_lead_form Read or change the Lead Generation Form that turns website inquiries into CRM contacts. writeAsks first

  Each submission creates a contact, a linked jobsite and a follow-up to-do. The form is in Open Beta and needs CRM admin access; your logo appears at the top. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → configure_lead_form

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/lead-form/configure

  Parameters

  Parameters: configure_lead_form

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `get`, `update`. `get` only reads.
  fields object	object	Form settings as Lead Form Settings shows them.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "enabled": true,
    "link": "https://example.com/lead-form",
    "creates": [
      "Contact",
      "Jobsite",
      "To-Do"
    ]
  }

ToolWhat it doesAccess

• manage_jobs List jobs, create one from a sold estimate, set it up for invoicing, add tasks or link an estimate. writeAsks first

  Creating from an estimate turns work areas or services into tasks with their estimated hours, and can carry crew notes over as task notes. `get` returns assignments, notes and job files (Professional and Enterprise). By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_jobs

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/jobs/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_jobs

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `list`, `get`, `create_from_estimate`, `setup_invoicing`, `add_task`, `link_estimate`. `list` and `get` only read.
  job string	string	Job name, for the actions on one job.
  estimate string	string	Estimate ID, for `create_from_estimate` and `link_estimate`.
  invoicing string	string	For `setup_invoicing`: `hourly` or `monthly_contract`.
  task object	object	For `add_task`: name, notes, category (Default or Drive Time).

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "job": "Oakridge HOA maintenance",
    "from_estimate": "E-2291",
    "tasks": [
      "Weekly mowing",
      "Spring cleanup",
      "Fall cleanup"
    ],
    "estimated_hours": 412,
    "saved": true
  }

• manage_change_orders Create a change order on a sold job, share it with the customer, or approve it. writeAsks first

  For jobs from a Standard estimate on the redesigned job page, with Add & Edit Jobs: Full Access. Only one change order can be in Draft or Sent at a time. Approving updates the job's scope; the original estimate stays unchanged. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_change_orders

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/change-orders/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_change_orders

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `get`, `create`, `share`, `approve`. `get` only reads.
  job string required	string	Job name, as manage_jobs `list` returns it.
  items array	array	Work added or removed, with price list items.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action",
    "job": "job"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "job": "Miller patio install",
    "change_order": "Add seat wall",
    "total": 2850,
    "status": "Sent"
  }

• manage_schedule Read scheduled visits, or schedule a one-time or recurring visit for a job. writeAsks first

  Visits show on the Calendar, Whiteboard and Schedule Review. The Whiteboard's Route Optimizer orders each crew's sites; the tool does not reroute crews by itself. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_schedule

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/schedule/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_schedule

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `list`, `schedule`, `move`. `list` only reads.
  job string	string	Job to schedule.
  recurring boolean	boolean	True for a recurring visit.
  start string	string	ISO date.
  crew string	string	Crew or crew lead.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "job": "Oakridge HOA maintenance",
    "recurring": true,
    "start": "2026-11-17",
    "crew": "Crew 2",
    "visits": "Weekly"
  }

• stop_service Stop visits and billing for a job that should no longer be serviced. writeAsks first

  Follows LMN's Cancel / Stop a Service steps: upcoming visits from that date are removed, then the job's billing is stopped. Use it when a customer moves out or cancels a maintenance contract. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → stop_service

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/service/stop

  Parameters

  Parameters: stop_service

  Name	Type	Description
  job string required	string	Job name, as manage_jobs `list` returns it.
  from string required	string	ISO date from which visits and billing stop.

  Example input

  {
    "job": "job",
    "from": "from"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "job": "Example Homeowner lawn care",
    "from": "2026-12-01",
    "visits_removed": 6,
    "billing_stopped": true
  }

• manage_work_calendars List work calendars or add one for recurring or non-recurring work. writeAsks first

  A work calendar sets defaults such as color, drive time and schedule templates for the jobs you schedule on it. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_work_calendars

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/work-calendars/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_work_calendars

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `list`, `create`. `list` only reads.
  name string	string	Calendar name, for example Mowing.
  kind string	string	`recurring` or `non_recurring`.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "calendars": [
      {
        "name": "Mowing",
        "kind": "recurring"
      },
      {
        "name": "Installs",
        "kind": "non_recurring"
      }
    ]
  }

• manage_timesheets Read the Daily Review and timesheet alerts, approve timesheets, or punch a crew out from the office. writeAsks first

  Daily Review shows crew notes and photos by foreman. Alerts flag timesheets not approved and skipped lunch breaks, and staff over their daily hours or clocked into several timesheets. LMN exports hours for payroll; it holds no pay rates. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_timesheets

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/timesheets/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_timesheets

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `daily_review`, `alerts`, `approve`, `punch_out`, `create`. `daily_review` and `alerts` only read.
  date string required	string	ISO date.
  staff array	array	Employees, for `approve`, `punch_out` and `create`.
  job string	string	Job, for `create`.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action",
    "date": "date"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "date": "2026-11-13",
    "alerts": [
      {
        "staff": "Crew lead A",
        "alert": "Not approved"
      },
      {
        "staff": "Crew member B",
        "alert": "Skipped lunch"
      }
    ],
    "approved": 0
  }

• manage_payroll_settings List or add payroll codes, or add a wage cost for a staff member. writeAsks first

  Payroll codes link to payroll items in QuickBooks or other payroll software, which apply the wage. Wage costs make timesheets and job cost reports show real labor cost. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_payroll_settings

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/payroll-settings/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_payroll_settings

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `list`, `add_payroll_code`, `add_wage_cost`. `list` only reads.
  staff string	string	For `add_wage_cost`.
  value object	object	Payroll code name, or wage cost details.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "payroll_codes": [
      "Regular",
      "Overtime",
      "Snow premium"
    ]
  }

• manage_sms List SMS templates, add one with variables, or switch visit reminder texts on or off. writeAsks first

  Needs a Verified SMS account; saving templates needs Security admin permission. Automated reminders are logged in SMS history as sent by System. Texting customers reaches them, so each change waits for your OK. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_sms

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/sms/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_sms

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `list`, `add_template`, `reminders_on`, `reminders_off`. `list` only reads.
  template object	object	Name and text, with variables such as {{ContactFirstName}} and {{VisitDay}}.
  job string	string	To turn reminders off for one job.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "templates": [
      "Pre-visit notification",
      "Mowing visit reminder"
    ],
    "visit_reminders": true
  }

ToolWhat it doesAccess

• generate_invoices Find invoices ready to create for a date range and invoice group, generate them, or revert an invoice run. writeAsks first

  `preview` lists jobs with uninvoiced work and flags any invoice marked for review. Each generate becomes an invoice run; reverting a run sends its invoices back to Generate. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → generate_invoices

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/invoices/generate

  Parameters

  Parameters: generate_invoices

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `preview`, `generate`, `list_runs`, `revert_run`. `preview` and `list_runs` only read.
  from string	string	ISO date.
  to string	string	ISO date.
  group string	string	Invoice group.
  filter string	string	`all_billable`, `monthly_charges` or `billable_extras`.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "preview",
    "from": "2026-11-01",
    "to": "2026-11-30",
    "group": "Maintenance",
    "filter": "all_billable"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "from": "2026-11-01",
    "to": "2026-11-30",
    "group": "Maintenance",
    "ready": 42,
    "flagged_for_review": 1
  }

• manage_invoices List invoices by stage, create an ad hoc invoice on a job, approve it, or email and publish it to the customer portal. writeAsks first

  `send` emails the invoice and publishes it to the customer portal, where the customer can pay. It reaches your customer, so the agent shows recipients and total first. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_invoices

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/invoices/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_invoices

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `list`, `get`, `create`, `approve`, `send`. `list` and `get` only read.
  job string	string	For `create`: a job is required.
  invoice string	string	Invoice number.
  items array	array	For `create`: crew lead, cost code, quantity, rate and tax.
  stage string	string	For `list`: Not Sent, Sent, Reminded, Viewed or Paid.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "invoice": "INV-5530",
    "job": "Miller patio install",
    "total": 7325,
    "stage": "Not Sent",
    "status": "Approved"
  }

• manage_invoice_groups List invoice groups, create one, or add and remove jobsites. writeAsks first

  Groups let you generate invoices for a whole set of similar customers at once. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → manage_invoice_groups

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/invoice-groups/manage

  Parameters

  Parameters: manage_invoice_groups

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `list`, `create`, `add_jobsites`, `remove_jobsites`. `list` only reads.
  group string	string	Group name, for example Maintenance.
  jobsites array	array	Jobsites to add or remove.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "group": "Maintenance",
    "jobsites": 42
  }

• configure_invoice_automation Set a job's invoice schedule, or edit the invoice email templates and automatic reminders. writeAsks first

  Monthly billing runs from the invoice schedule; hourly and per visit billing can follow Crew App timesheets. Automatic reminders start off and only go out once switched on. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → configure_invoice_automation

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/invoice-automation/configure

  Parameters

  Parameters: configure_invoice_automation

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `get`, `set_schedule`, `update_templates`, `set_reminders`. `get` only reads.
  job string	string	For `set_schedule`.
  reminder_days array	array	For `set_reminders`: days after sending.
  template object	object	Subject and body of the Invoice Send or Invoice Reminder email.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "reminders": true,
    "reminder_days": [
      7,
      14
    ],
    "channel": "Email"
  }

• list_payments Read the Payments page: online and manual payments by name, date, status and method. read

  Online payments show whether they were made in the customer portal or entered manually, and their settlement status. Pending means not yet exported to QuickBooks.

  MCP calllmn_read → list_payments

  REST endpointGET https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/payments

  Parameters

  Parameters: list_payments

  Name	Type	Description
  from string	string	ISO date.
  to string	string	ISO date.
  status string	string	For example Pending or Settled.

  Example response

  {
    "payments": [
      {
        "customer": "Oakridge HOA",
        "invoice": "INV-5521",
        "amount": 3200,
        "type": "Online/Portal",
        "status": "Settled"
      },
      {
        "customer": "Example Homeowner",
        "invoice": "INV-5530",
        "amount": 7325,
        "type": "Manual",
        "status": "Pending"
      }
    ]
  }

• record_payment Record a check or cash payment, or charge a one-time online payment with the customer's saved method. writeAsks first

  Invoices must be Pending, Approved or Exported. `saved_online` charges the customer through LMN Pay (Stripe, or Fiserv and Payrix) and moves money, so it always waits for your OK. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → record_payment

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/payments

  Parameters

  Parameters: record_payment

  Name	Type	Description
  invoices array required	array	Invoice numbers; one payment can be split across several.
  method string required	string	A payment method from your Payment Settings, or `saved_online` for the CRM card or ACH.
  amount number required	number	Amount.
  reference string	string	Check number or note.

  Example input

  {
    "invoices": "invoices",
    "method": "method",
    "amount": 1
  }

  Example response

  {
    "invoices": [
      "INV-5530"
    ],
    "method": "Check",
    "amount": 7325,
    "reference": "1042",
    "balance": 0
  }

• run_payments List invoices ready for a payment run, or charge them against the customers' cards on file. writeAsks first

  Invoices must be generated, approved and published to the Customer Portal, and each customer needs a default payment method with autopay. LMN asks you to type CONFIRM before a run; the agent does that only after your OK. Customers get an email for each payment. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → run_payments

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/payments/run

  Parameters

  Parameters: run_payments

  Name	Type	Description
  action string required	string	One of `preview`, `run`. `preview` only reads.
  invoices array	array	For `run`: the invoices to charge.

  Example input

  {
    "action": "action"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "ready": [
      {
        "invoice": "INV-5521",
        "customer": "Oakridge HOA",
        "amount": 3200
      }
    ],
    "total": 3200
  }

• request_payment_method Email a customer a request to add a card, or a bank account for ACH, to their file. writeAsks first

  ACH is for U.S. customers only. The contact then shows the payment method as Requested until the customer adds one. By default you confirm each call; you can switch that off for this tool.

  MCP calllmn_write → request_payment_method

  REST endpointPOST https://cotlet.dev/api/v1/lmn/payment-method/request

  Parameters

  Parameters: request_payment_method

  Name	Type	Description
  contact string required	string	CRM contact with an email address.

  Example input

  {
    "contact": "contact"
  }

  Example response

  {
    "contact": "Example Homeowner",
    "status": "Requested"
  }