Construction & Contracting Proper Invoice Template

Configured for Ontario (CAD) with 12 pre-priced industry items, HST (13%) rules, and statutory disclosures.

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Preset Scopes:
Description Qty Unit Rate (CAD) Disc % Tax Total Actions
CAD 75.00
CAD 570.00
CAD 375.00
Subtotal CAD 1,020.00
HST (13%) CAD 132.60
Deposit Due (25%) CAD 288.15

Standard Construction & Contracting Rate Benchmarks (CAD)

Framing Labor
Billed per sq ft
Drywall Installation
Billed per sheet
Interior Painting
Billed per sq ft
Concrete Foundation Pour
Billed per cubic yard
$195.00 Use Rate
Roof Shingle Replacement
Billed per square
$475.00 Use Rate
Hardwood Flooring Installation
Billed per sq ft
Kitchen Cabinet Assembly
Billed per unit
$165.00 Use Rate
Electrical Rough-in
Billed per room
$480.00 Use Rate
Plumbing Fixture Install
Billed per fixture
$250.00 Use Rate
Structural Demolition
Billed per day
$1,350.00 Use Rate
Site Cleanup and Hauling
Billed per load
$375.00 Use Rate
Project Management Fee
Billed per flat rate
$2,800.00 Use Rate

Ontario Statutory Compliance

Document Title: Proper Invoice
Required Tax ID: GST/HST No
Default Tax Rate: 13% HST (CAD)
Mandatory Legal Footer: "This is a 'Proper Invoice' issued in compliance with the Ontario Construction Act."

Construction & Contracting Scope & Warranty Clauses

Construction & Contracting Scope Sign-Off & Change Order Policy

Line items above reflect the agreed Construction & Contracting scope of work. Additional unforeseen site conditions, out-of-scope materials, or client-requested variations require approval before execution.

Ontario Statutory Payment & Tax Compliance (HST)

This is a 'Proper Invoice' issued in compliance with the Ontario Construction Act.

Frequently Asked Questions

What mandatory compliance fields are required on a Construction & Contracting invoice in Ontario?

A compliant Construction & Contracting Proper Invoice in Ontario must include your business GST/HST No, unique sequential invoice number, issue and due dates, itemized scope (Framing Labor ($18.5/sq ft), Drywall Installation ($75/sheet), Interior Painting ($4.75/sq ft), Concrete Foundation Pour ($195/cubic yard)), HST breakdown (13%), and the statutory payment disclosure: "This is a 'Proper Invoice' issued in compliance with the Ontario Construction Act."

What are typical line-item rates for Construction & Contracting invoicing?

Standard Construction & Contracting billing benchmarks include Framing Labor ($18.5/sq ft), Drywall Installation ($75/sheet), Interior Painting ($4.75/sq ft), Concrete Foundation Pour ($195/cubic yard), with an average unit/service rate of CAD 516.85. You can load any of these items or 3 pre-built job recipes in one click inside the interactive workbench above.

Should I request an upfront deposit for Construction & Contracting jobs?

Yes. For Construction & Contracting projects involving materials or multi-day labor, requesting a 20% to 50% upfront deposit protects your cash flow. Toggle the 'Upfront Security Deposit' switch in the workbench to automatically calculate the due-now deposit and balance on completion.

How do I download a vector PDF or sync my Construction & Contracting invoice to mobile?

Every edit in the workbench compiles into a real vector PDF (with selectable text, statutory footers, and optional payment QR codes). Click 'Download Vector PDF' for an immediate file download with zero signup wall, or click 'Sync to Mobile App' to transfer via QR code.

Worked Construction & Contracting Proper Invoice Example (Ontario)

Sample itemized billing breakdown for Interior Drywall and Painting in CAD ($) with HST (13%) and recommended 30% upfront mobilization deposit.

Load Worked Example in Studio →
Line Item / Service Scope Quantity Unit Rate Line Total (CAD)
Framing Labor 1 sq ft $18.50 $18.50
Drywall Installation 2 sheet $75.00 $150.00
Interior Painting 2 sq ft $4.75 $9.50
Subtotal (Excl. HST) $178.00
HST (13%) $23.14
Total Invoice Amount (CAD) $201.14
Recommended 30% Upfront Deposit Due on Acceptance $60.34
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