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What This Template Includes
- Client name & address
- Project description
- Labor breakdown (hours × rate)
- Materials list with unit costs
- Subtotal, markup %, tax
- Total amount due
- Terms & signature line
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123 Main St
City, State ZIP
Project description summary
| Description | Qty | Unit | Rate | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Labor — [Trade] (Journeyman) | 16 | hrs | $85.00 | $1,360.00 |
| Materials — [Item description] | 1 | lot | $850.00 | $850.00 |
| Materials — [Item description] | 24 | units | $18.50 | $444.00 |
| Permits & Inspections | 1 | lot | $250.00 | $250.00 |
| Subtotal | $2,904.00 | |||
| Overhead & Profit (20%) | $580.80 | |||
| Tax (8.5%) | $294.30 | |||
Exclusions: [List anything not included]
Pro Tips for Better Estimates
Clients trust itemized estimates more — it shows you've actually thought through the job, not just guessed a number.
Most contractors include 15–25% overhead and profit. Be transparent about it — clients who understand the breakdown are less likely to haggle.
Material costs change. Protect yourself by adding 'This estimate is valid for 30 days from the date above.'
A signed estimate = a basic contract. It protects both you and the client if disputes arise later.
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