Drywall Estimate Template
A drywall estimate lets contractors, builders, and handymen to indicate the likely price that a prospective customer will pay for drywall work. The importance of professional-looking estimates cannot be understated. Price may not be the only factor involved in a homeowner’s or general contractor’s decision-making process. A potential customer may decide to hire a contractor based on the detail, overall quality, and appearance of the estimate itself.
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What to Include in a Drywall Estimate
An estimate will include certain basic information about the contractor, the client, the extent of the work, and where the work will be performed. Beyond this, the more detail the better with regard to the job or jobs that will be completed and the costs associated with each step or phase of the project.
Company and Client Information
It is necessary to identify the parties involved and how they may be contacted. It needs to be clear who will be performing the work and whom they will be working for.
Service Details
This section of an estimate should include as much detail as possible. Lack of detail can lead to misunderstandings while enough detail can reassure a customer that the work will be performed satisfactorily. Detail also serves as a justification for the price. A proper description of the work to be performed will show a potential customer how much effort and time is involved.
Fees, Deposits, and Taxes
Be sure to disclose any fees, deposits, or taxes that will be passed on to the customer. For example, there may be federal, state, or local environmental taxes associated with the disposal of construction debris in the event that a large amount of existing drywall must be removed prior to the installation of new drywall. Depending upon the size of the job, it may be necessary to obtain permits from the local building department. A contractor may expect a customer to pay a deposit before work begins to offset the expense of an initial materials purchase. Costs like these should be included in the estimate.
Terms and Conditions
An estimate is an agreement of sorts. Not only should the work and cost be detailed but overall terms and conditions should be described so that each party has a clear understanding of their respective responsibilities under the agreement. Some things that fall under this category might be:
- Payment terms: Will payment be due upon completion of the work?
- Job site: What condition will the job site be left in when the work is done?
- Warranties: Does the company guarantee work against defects? If so, for how long?
- Start and Finish Dates: When will the work begin and when is it expected to be completed?
Are estimates binding?
No. Estimates are a good-faith approximations of the final cost of drywall services to be rendered, and are different from invoices, which reflect the final price to be charged. To avoid confusion, it may be prudent to include a statement that hidden conditions will need to be addressed if and when they are discovered and that the final price will reflect this.
How to Use the Drywall Estimate Template
To begin using the drywall estimate template, download and fill it out, or use the free estimate generator.