Free quote template

Plumber quote template

A plumbing quote has to do two things at once: show the customer exactly what they are paying for, and protect you when the job turns out to be bigger behind the wall. Itemise labour, parts and call-out separately, state what is excluded, and you will win more jobs and argue about fewer invoices.

Example plumber quote

Replace water heater & fix kitchen leak

Prepared for: Homeowner, 2-bed house

Quote

Line items of the example plumber quote
Description	Qty	Unit price	Amount
50-gal gas water heater (supply)	1 pc	$780.00	$780.00
Remove & dispose of old heater	1 job	$120.00	$120.00
Install heater, venting & connections	4 hr	$95.00	$380.00
Kitchen sink trap & valve replacement	1 job	$140.00	$140.00

Subtotal: $1,420.00
Tax 8%: $113.60
Total: $1,533.60

Notes: Includes permit filing. Price assumes existing gas line and venting are to code; any required upgrades will be quoted separately before work continues. Prices are illustrative examples, not market rates.

What to include in a plumbing job quote

Call-out or diagnostic fee, and whether it is credited against the job
Labour as hours × rate, or a fixed price per task
Parts and fixtures with brand/model so customers can compare
Permits, inspections and disposal of old equipment
Exclusions: drywall repair, tiling, hidden pipe damage
Warranty on parts and on your workmanship

Pricing tips for plumbers

Quote fixed prices for common jobs (heater swap, toilet install) and hourly for diagnostics — customers prefer certainty.
Add a contingency line or a clear 'if we find…' clause for work behind walls and under floors.
Show emergency or after-hours rates up front so they are not a surprise on the invoice.
Keep a saved list of standard parts and labour lines so every quote is consistent and takes a minute.

Send it as a link and get it accepted online

With QuoteNod you build this plumbing job quote on your phone, totals and tax are calculated for you, and you send it by WhatsApp, email or link. Your customer opens it without an app, can download a PDF, and taps Accept or Reject — you see the answer on your dashboard instantly.

Plumber quote FAQ

Should a plumbing quote include parts and labour separately?

Yes. Splitting them lets the customer see where the money goes and makes it easy to adjust if they supply their own fixtures.

How long should a plumbing quote be valid?

Usually 14–30 days. Parts prices change, so set a valid-until date on every quote.

Do I need to charge for quotes?

Most plumbers quote small jobs for free and charge a diagnostic fee for leaks or faults that need investigation. State it clearly either way.