Drywall estimates are measured in square feet of installed board. Hang-and-tape labor typically runs $1.75–$3.00/sq ft; Level 5 finish for high-gloss environments adds $1.00–$2.50/sq ft. Drywall material costs are relatively low but board count must be accurate — a missed sheet count creates project delays. This invoice template comes pre-filled with 7 common drywall contractor line items — add your business and client info, adjust any value, and print or download as PDF.
Line items, tax, discounts, deposit deduction, and balance due — all in one professional invoice.
Your Business Info
Bill To
Invoice Details
Line Items
| Description | Unit | Qty | Unit Price | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$ | $2,700.00 | ||||
$ | $900.00 | ||||
$ | $120.00 | ||||
$ | $16.00 | ||||
$ | $148.00 | ||||
$ | $85.00 | ||||
$ | $80.00 |
Tax, Discount & Deposit
Notes (optional)
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Invoice Date
April 14, 2026
Due Date
April 28, 2026
Balance Due
$4,372.92
Bill To
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| Description | Unit | Qty | Price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Labor — hang, tape, and finish drywall | Sq Ft | 1200 | $2.25 | $2,700.00 |
| Drywall sheets — 4×8 (per sheet) | Each | 45 | $20.00 | $900.00 |
| Joint compound — all-purpose (5-gal) | Each | 5 | $24.00 | $120.00 |
| Drywall tape — paper | Each | 2 | $8.00 | $16.00 |
| Metal corner bead | Linear Ft | 80 | $1.85 | $148.00 |
| Drywall screws, clips, and fasteners | Lot | 1 | $85.00 | $85.00 |
| PVA primer coat | Each | 2 | $40.00 | $80.00 |
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Invoice for priming separately
PVA priming of new drywall is often forgotten in the estimate handoff between drywall and paint contractors. Invoice for it as a separate line — it avoids finger-pointing if the final paint finish has adhesion issues.
Note the finish level on the final invoice
Confirm the finish level delivered (Level 4, Level 5, textured) on the invoice. If painting reveals a quality issue later, the documented finish level either confirms you delivered what was spec'd or identifies the cause.
Collect immediately on completion — drywall mud dries fast, payment should too
Drywall jobs often wrap quickly. Invoice and collect before the painting crew arrives — once another trade is on site, the client shifts attention and your invoice loses urgency.
50% deposit before material delivery, balance on completion. For large commercial jobs, progress billing monthly at 90% of completed work with 10% retainage released at final punch-list. Drywall material cost can be significant — never deliver a full board count without a deposit.
Any added scope (extra rooms, Level 5 upgrade, additional ceiling area) should be issued as a numbered change order before the work begins. Even a text message confirmation ('Adding the laundry room — $425. Confirm?') provides protection. Verbal agreements for change orders rarely survive billing disputes.
Square footage installed by zone (walls, ceilings, garage), finish level, board count, materials used, and photos of completed work before texture or paint. Note any pre-existing conditions (moisture damage, mold, irregular framing) observed during installation.
1 year on labor for tape pops, joint cracking, and nail pops from installation defects is standard. Exclude: cracks from structural movement, moisture damage, and texture/paint-related issues. Joint compounds continue to shrink slightly as they fully cure — first-year minor cracking is normal and typically covered under callback, not warranty.