Electrician Invoice Template
An electrician invoice bills hr, lists labour, materials and fees on separate lines and states the terms (50% deposit, balance due on passed inspection). This template is pre-filled for upgrade a 100-amp panel to 200 amps and add a dedicated EV charger circuit: 9 lines totalling $5,250.00 before tax. Edit it and download the PDF.
Pre-filled for an electrician: upgrade a 100-amp panel to 200 amps and add a dedicated ev charger circuit. Example prices: replace them with your own.
From
Westbrook Electrical Contracting
378 Market Street
Madison, WI 53703
billing@example.com
(608) 555-0178
Invoice
Bill to
Morgan Ellis
311 Pine Road
Georgetown, TX 78626
client@example.com
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical permit and inspection fee | 1 each | $225.00 | $225.00 |
| Panel upgrade, 100A to 200A serviceRemove old panel, set new main breaker panel, transfer and label circuits | 1 project | $2,400.00 | $2,400.00 |
| 200-amp main breaker panel, 40 spaces | 1 each | $420.00 | $420.00 |
| Meter base and service entrance cable | 1 lot | $610.00 | $610.00 |
| Grounding electrode systemTwo ground rods, bonding to water and gas piping | 1 each | $260.00 | $260.00 |
| Dedicated 60A circuit for EV charger6 AWG copper, 45 ft run in conduit | 1 each | $780.00 | $780.00 |
| 60A two-pole breaker and outdoor disconnect | 1 lot | $145.00 | $145.00 |
| Arc-fault breakers on bedroom circuits | 4 each | $65.00 | $260.00 |
| Utility disconnect and reconnect coordination | 1 visit | $150.00 | $150.00 |
- Subtotal
- $5,250.00
- Balance due
- $5,250.00
Notes
Thank you for choosing Westbrook Electrical Contracting. Terms: 50% deposit, balance due on passed inspection.
Payment details
Bank transfer or card. Please quote the invoice number.
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Electrician invoice at a glance
| Typical job | Upgrade a 100-amp panel to 200 amps and add a dedicated EV charger circuit |
|---|---|
| Main billing unit | hr |
| Usual payment terms | 50% deposit, balance due on passed inspection |
| Deposit practice | Panel and service upgrades usually take a deposit to buy equipment; small service calls are paid on completion. |
| Sample lines | 9 lines, $5,250.00 before tax |
| Largest line | Panel upgrade, 100A to 200A service: $2,400.00 (46%) |
| Trade-specific fields | Electrical contractor license no., Service address, Permit no., Utility work order no., Inspection date |
Sample electrician invoice line items
Upgrade a 100-amp panel to 200 amps and add a dedicated EV charger circuit: 9 lines adding up to $5,250.00, split into labour $3,440.00 (66%), materials $1,435.00 (27%) and fees $225.00 (4%).
| Item | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical permit and inspection fee | 1 each | $225.00 | $225.00 |
| Panel upgrade, 100A to 200A service (Remove old panel, set new main breaker panel, transfer and label circuits) | 1 project | $2,400.00 | $2,400.00 |
| 200-amp main breaker panel, 40 spaces | 1 each | $420.00 | $420.00 |
| Meter base and service entrance cable | 1 lot | $610.00 | $610.00 |
| Grounding electrode system (Two ground rods, bonding to water and gas piping) | 1 each | $260.00 | $260.00 |
| Dedicated 60A circuit for EV charger (6 AWG copper, 45 ft run in conduit) | 1 each | $780.00 | $780.00 |
| 60A two-pole breaker and outdoor disconnect | 1 lot | $145.00 | $145.00 |
| Arc-fault breakers on bedroom circuits | 4 each | $65.00 | $260.00 |
| Utility disconnect and reconnect coordination | 1 visit | $150.00 | $150.00 |
| Subtotal | $5,250.00 | ||
| Total before tax | $5,250.00 |
What an electrician invoice should include
- Your electrical contracting business name, address, phone and email, plus a tax ID if you are registered
- The customer's name and billing address (Morgan Ellis in the sample)
- A unique invoice number (INV-2328) and the issue date
- Payment terms and a due date: 50% deposit, balance due on passed inspection
- Electrical contractor license no.: for example LIC-683763
- Service address: for example 311 Pine Road
- Permit no.: for example BP-876814
- Utility work order no.: for example PO-8768
- Line items in hr or per item, each with quantity, rate and amount
- How to pay you: bank details, card link or cheque payee
How electricians bill
Bills small jobs hourly or per device with a minimum service charge, and bids panel upgrades, rewires and new circuits as fixed prices.
Electricians commonly use "50% deposit, balance due on passed inspection". Panel and service upgrades usually take a deposit to buy equipment; small service calls are paid on completion.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024: median hourly wage of Electricians $29.98 (employees, not contractor rates).
Electrician invoicing tips
- Record the panel amperage, breaker sizes and wire gauge on the invoice, since the next electrician, a home inspector and the insurer will all look for exactly that information.
- Tie the final payment to the passed inspection and print the inspection date on the invoice, which removes any argument about when the job counts as finished.
- When the utility must pull the meter, bill your coordination and waiting time on a separate line, because outage scheduling is outside your control and can eat half a day.
- Copper prices swing from month to month, so date the material lines and state on the estimate how long your wire pricing holds before it is refreshed.
Electrician billing disputes to head off
- Customers often assume a panel upgrade fixes every old circuit in the house. Listing which circuits were transferred as they were and which were brought up to current code prevents that misunderstanding.
- Patching drywall after fishing new cable is a frequent surprise; say clearly whether wall repair is included or left to the owner.
Work an electrician can bill for
Core tasks of Electricians (O*NET 47-2111.00, O*NET 29.x task statements, CC BY 4.0). Each can become a line on the invoice.
- Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
- Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
- Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
- Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
How to make an electrician invoice
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Add both parties
Enter Westbrook Electrical Contracting (your business) and the customer, Morgan Ellis, then electrical contractor license no..
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Number and terms
Give it a unique number such as INV-2328 and set the terms to 50% deposit, balance due on passed inspection.
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List the work
One line per item: the sample runs from "Electrical permit and inspection fee" (1 each) to "Utility disconnect and reconnect coordination" (1 visit).
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Check the total
The 9 lines come to $5,250.00; add sales tax only if your state taxes electrical work.
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Download and send
Download the PDF or print it, then keep a copy with the electrical work records.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make an electrician invoice?
Add your electrical contracting business details, the customer, electrical contractor license no., service address, permit no. and utility work order no., then one line per item with quantity and rate. The template above is pre-filled with 9 lines for upgrade a 100-amp panel to 200 amps and add a dedicated EV charger circuit totalling $5,250.00; change the prices and download the PDF.
How do electricians charge?
Mostly hr. Bills small jobs hourly or per device with a minimum service charge, and bids panel upgrades, rewires and new circuits as fixed prices.
When should an electrician invoice be paid?
50% deposit, balance due on passed inspection is the usual arrangement. Panel and service upgrades usually take a deposit to buy equipment; small service calls are paid on completion. Put the terms and the due date on the invoice so there is no doubt.
How much do electricians earn per hour?
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024: median hourly wage of Electricians $29.98 (employees, not contractor rates). Self-employed rates are usually higher because they cover overhead and unbilled time.