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Construction Quote Template

A quote is the document that wins or loses the job. Most contractors send PDFs that look like Word documents from 2005 — homeowners read those and assume the work will look the same. This template gives you the professional, plain-language quote that converts. Use it as a one-time PDF, or run it inside Vexor where every accepted quote auto-creates the job.

What this template includes

An itemized contractor quote with separate line items for labor and materials, a clear total, optional discount and tax fields, a deposit line, customer-acceptance signature, expiration date, and standard payment terms. Plain English, no contractor jargon.

Who uses this

General contractorsRemodelersRoofersHVAC installersElectriciansPlumbersSolo operators

Template preview

Header

Your Company Name

License # · Phone · Email

Date: [today] · Quote #: 1042 · Expires: [+30 days]

For

Customer Name

Job Address

Customer Phone · Customer Email

Scope of work

Demolition of existing bathroom (tile, fixtures, vanity)

Plumbing rough-in for new fixture locations

Electrical: relocate and add GFCI circuits

Drywall, paint, and finish work

Installation of customer-supplied fixtures and vanity

Line items

Materials (drywall, fixtures, tile, fasteners) ............... $4,200

Labor (estimated 80 hrs @ $75/hr) ........................... $6,000

Subcontractor — plumbing rough-in .......................... $1,400

Subcontractor — electrical ................................... $850

Subtotal ..................................................... $12,450

Sales tax (varies by jurisdiction) ............................ $1,121

Total ......................................................... $13,571

Deposit + payment terms

Deposit due at signing (25%) ................................. $3,393

Progress draw at 50% complete ................................ $5,089

Balance due at substantial completion ........................ $5,089

Net-30 payment terms · 1.5% monthly late fee

Acceptance

I authorize [Your Company Name] to perform the work described.

Customer signature: _______________________________ Date: ________

Customer printed name: _______________________________

Copy this structure into your own document, or run it natively in Vexor.

How to use it well

1. List materials and labor separately

Customers want to see what they're paying for. Bundling everything into "Total: $14,000" feels opaque. Itemizing builds trust and reduces post-acceptance arguments.

2. Set an expiration date

14-30 days is standard. Material costs move; without expiration you're bound to honor a quote forever. The expiration line also creates mild urgency.

3. Capture a deposit

For anything over $2,000, capture 20-30% deposit. This filters tire-kickers and funds material purchase. Make the deposit line a clear part of the quote, not a surprise.

4. Get a signature

A signed quote is a binding contract in most states. Verbal "okay let's do it" is not. Use e-signature for residential work; written for anything over $10k or commercial.

5. Include payment terms

Net-30 is standard. Spell it out. "Payment due within 30 days of invoice; 1.5% monthly late fee" is the boilerplate you want in writing before the work starts.

FAQ

Is this template free to use?

Yes. Free, no email gate, no attribution required. Build your business with it. The lead magnet here is awareness of Vexor; the template is honestly free.

Is a signed quote legally binding?

In most U.S. states, a signed quote with clear scope, price, and acceptance terms is a binding contract. E-signatures are recognized under the federal ESIGN Act (2000) and state UETA equivalents. For very large or commercial work, consult an attorney.

What should I never include in a quote?

Don't include detailed material brands/SKUs unless you're committed to those specific items — locks you in. Don't list labor as a single lump if customers expect itemization. Don't skip the expiration date.

How is this different from an estimate?

A quote is a binding offer at a fixed price. An estimate is non-binding — closer to a ballpark. Use "quote" when you're ready to commit; "estimate" when scope is still being figured out.

Do I need this in Vexor?

No — copy the template, paste it into a Word doc or PDF, and you're running. Vexor makes it faster (auto-fill customer info, line-item library, e-signature flow, accepted quote → job in one click), but the template alone is sufficient if you're not ready for software.

Skip the copy-paste

Vexor generates this template natively, attached to the customer and the job — with e-signature, automatic invoice flow, and the full audit trail.

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