Plumbing estimates cover service calls, leak repair, fixture installation, drain work, and water heater replacement. Journeyman plumber labor averages $95–$135/hr nationally in 2026, with service call minimums typically $100–$175. Material markups of 20–30% over cost are industry standard. This invoice template comes pre-filled with 5 common plumber 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$ | $135.00 | ||||
$ | $345.00 | ||||
$ | $185.00 | ||||
$ | $225.00 | ||||
$ | $425.00 |
Tax, Discount & Deposit
Notes (optional)
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Invoice Date
April 14, 2026
Due Date
April 28, 2026
Balance Due
$1,420.20
Bill To
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| Description | Unit | Qty | Price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service call / diagnostic fee | Each | 1 | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Labor — journeyman plumber | Hours | 3 | $115.00 | $345.00 |
| Pipe, fittings, and valves — materials | Lot | 1 | $185.00 | $185.00 |
| Drain cleaning — snake service | Each | 1 | $225.00 | $225.00 |
| Water heater installation | Each | 1 | $425.00 | $425.00 |
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Collect 50% deposit on any job with a material cost over $300
Never fund client projects with your own cash. Require a deposit that at minimum covers your materials cost before you order anything.
Send invoices with photo documentation
Attach before/after photos of the completed work to your invoice. This speeds payment, provides proof of completion, and builds your professional reputation.
Note the permit number on the invoice
If you pulled a permit, reference it on the invoice. It documents the work was code-compliant, protects you from liability, and the client needs it when they sell the house.
Net-15 is standard for residential plumbing work. For jobs over $1,000, require a 50% deposit before ordering materials — this covers your parts cost and protects against non-payment. Commercial accounts (GCs, property managers) typically use Net-30.
Invoice emergency calls at your stated emergency rate and reference the time of call and arrival. Note 'Emergency / After-Hours Service' as a separate line item at the premium rate. This makes the premium defensible if the client questions the total.
Yes — in most states, licensed plumbers have mechanic's lien rights on properties where they performed work. Filing deadlines vary by state (typically 60–90 days from last date of work). For residential work over $1,500 left unpaid beyond 30 days, a mechanics lien notice letter alone often produces immediate payment.
Yes. Include a cancellation policy in your estimate: 'Special-order materials are non-refundable after order placement.' A 15–25% restocking fee is standard. This protects you from clients who change their mind after you've spent $400 on a specific fixture.