Free Remodeling Invoice Template
Bill remodeling projects in stages with clear lines for each phase of work.
| Description | Qty | Unit | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demolition | 1 | job | $1,200.00 | $1,200.00 |
| Cabinet install | 14 | linear ft | $180.00 | $2,520.00 |
| Tile backsplash | 40 | sq ft | $22.00 | $880.00 |
| Plumbing rough-in | 1 | job | $950.00 | $950.00 |
| Project management | 1 | job | $800.00 | $800.00 |
| Description | Qty | Unit | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demolition | 1 | job | $1,200.00 | $1,200.00 |
| Cabinet install | 14 | linear ft | $180.00 | $2,520.00 |
| Tile backsplash | 40 | sq ft | $22.00 | $880.00 |
| Plumbing rough-in | 1 | job | $950.00 | $950.00 |
| Project management | 1 | job | $800.00 | $800.00 |
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Remodeling invoice designs
Pick a look you like. Each example is made with the tool above, so you can change anything.
Sample remodeling line items
Common billable items. Prices are examples only.
- Demolition1 job at $1,200.00
- Cabinet install14 linear ft at $180.00
- Tile backsplash40 sq ft at $22.00
- Plumbing rough-in1 job at $950.00
- Project management1 job at $800.00
Invoicing for remodeling businesses
A remodel is a long project that lives in the customer's house, so they care about every dollar and every day. The bill covers demolition, trades, materials, fixtures and your own project management, spread over weeks. Mistakes in how you bill are felt at the worst moment, when the kitchen is torn apart. A clear remodeling invoice template that follows your payment schedule helps the project run smoothly. It also gives the homeowner and you a shared record of what was agreed.
Common remodeling billing headaches, and how to handle them
Payments tied to project milestones
Remodeling cash flow works best when payments follow progress. Create a line for each phase, such as demolition, rough-in and finish work, and bill as each phase is complete. Record earlier payments in the Deposit or amount paid field. The balance due updates automatically, so the homeowner sees exactly where the project stands.
Allowances that the customer goes over
You set a tile allowance, and the customer picks something pricier. Show the allowance as a line, and the upgrade difference as another line, such as "Tile upgrade over allowance." Add a note that the allowance was agreed in the estimate. The customer sees the difference instead of an unexplained increase.
Surprises behind the walls
Demolition can reveal old wiring, water damage or a framing problem. Document it right away. Add a line for the extra work with a clear description and date, and use the signature line so the homeowner approves before you proceed. A short note on what you found protects both sides.
Permits and inspections on long jobs
Permits and inspection fees often come at different points in the project. Give each its own line, and add the license number field if your state requires it on paperwork. Check your state's rules for what the invoice must show. Keep the original estimate in your records and reference it in the notes.
What to include on a remodeling invoice
- Your business name, phone and contractor license number, if required where you work
- Homeowner name, billing address and the job site address
- A reference to the signed estimate or contract
- The project phase being billed
- Labor and project management lines
- Materials, fixtures and cabinetry listed separately
- Allowance amounts and any overage
- Approved change orders with dates
- Permit and inspection fees
- Payment schedule, terms and your warranty on the work
Tips for getting paid faster
- Bill at milestones, not dates. Tie each payment to a finished phase so the homeowner sees progress behind every invoice.
- Get change orders signed. Use the signature line before you start extra work, then bill it on its own line.
- Walk the finished space. Do a final walkthrough with the homeowner, then send the last invoice the same day.
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