Stucco Contractor Invoice Template
A stucco contractor invoice bills sq ft, lists labour, materials and equipment on separate lines and states the terms (Deposit at signing, payment after brown coat, balance on finish). This template is pre-filled for apply a three-coat stucco system with an integral color finish to a 1,600 sq ft single-story house exterior: 8 lines totalling $16,055.00 before tax. Edit it and download the PDF.
Pre-filled for a stucco contractor: apply a three-coat stucco system with an integral color finish to a 1,600 sq ft single-story house exterior. Example prices: replace them with your own.
From
Bluebird Stucco
808 Market Street
Springfield, IL 62704
billing@example.com
(608) 555-0108
Invoice
Bill to
Chris Novak
8 Chestnut Lane
Salem, MA 01970
client@example.com
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two layers of weather-resistive barrier | 1,600 sq ft | $0.65 | $1,040.00 |
| Galvanized metal lath, stapled to sheathing | 1,600 sq ft | $1.10 | $1,760.00 |
| Weep screed at foundation line | 190 linear ft | $3.50 | $665.00 |
| Casing bead and control jointsAround windows, doors and wall panels | 320 linear ft | $2.75 | $880.00 |
| Scratch and brown coats, applied and moist-cured | 1,600 sq ft | $4.20 | $6,720.00 |
| Integral color finish coat, sand textureColor chosen from approved sample board | 1,600 sq ft | $2.40 | $3,840.00 |
| Scaffold setup and removal | 1 each | $850.00 | $850.00 |
| Masking of windows, doors and landscaping | 1 each | $300.00 | $300.00 |
- Subtotal
- $16,055.00
- Balance due
- $16,055.00
Notes
Thank you for choosing Bluebird Stucco. Terms: Deposit at signing, payment after brown coat, balance on finish.
Payment details
Bank transfer or card. Please quote the invoice number.
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Stucco Contractor invoice at a glance
| Typical job | Apply a three-coat stucco system with an integral color finish to a 1,600 sq ft single-story house exterior |
|---|---|
| Main billing unit | sq ft |
| Usual payment terms | Deposit at signing, payment after brown coat, balance on finish |
| Deposit practice | Stucco contractors often take a deposit before lath goes up and a second payment after the brown coat passes inspection. |
| Sample lines | 8 lines, $16,055.00 before tax |
| Largest line | Scratch and brown coats, applied and moist-cured: $6,720.00 (42%) |
| Trade-specific fields | Job site address, Permit no., Lath inspection date, Finish color and texture, Stucco system |
Sample stucco contractor invoice line items
Apply a three-coat stucco system with an integral color finish to a 1,600 sq ft single-story house exterior: 8 lines adding up to $16,055.00, split into labour $10,860.00 (68%), materials $4,345.00 (27%) and equipment $850.00 (5%).
| Item | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two layers of weather-resistive barrier | 1,600 sq ft | $0.65 | $1,040.00 |
| Galvanized metal lath, stapled to sheathing | 1,600 sq ft | $1.10 | $1,760.00 |
| Weep screed at foundation line | 190 linear ft | $3.50 | $665.00 |
| Casing bead and control joints (Around windows, doors and wall panels) | 320 linear ft | $2.75 | $880.00 |
| Scratch and brown coats, applied and moist-cured | 1,600 sq ft | $4.20 | $6,720.00 |
| Integral color finish coat, sand texture (Color chosen from approved sample board) | 1,600 sq ft | $2.40 | $3,840.00 |
| Scaffold setup and removal | 1 each | $850.00 | $850.00 |
| Masking of windows, doors and landscaping | 1 each | $300.00 | $300.00 |
| Subtotal | $16,055.00 | ||
| Total before tax | $16,055.00 |
What a stucco contractor invoice should include
- Your stucco company name, address, phone and email, plus a tax ID if you are registered
- The customer's name and billing address (Chris Novak in the sample)
- A unique invoice number (INV-4230) and the issue date
- Payment terms and a due date: Deposit at signing, payment after brown coat, balance on finish
- Job site address: for example 8 Chestnut Lane
- Permit no.: for example BP-737844
- Lath inspection date: for example 20 November 2026
- Finish color and texture: for example See notes
- Line items in sq ft or per item, each with quantity, rate and amount
- How to pay you: bank details, card link or cheque payee
How stucco contractors bill
Prices exterior stucco by the square foot of wall for the full system (paper, lath, coats and color finish), with trim accessories by the linear foot and scaffolding per setup.
Stucco contractors commonly use "Deposit at signing, payment after brown coat, balance on finish". Stucco contractors often take a deposit before lath goes up and a second payment after the brown coat passes inspection.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024: median hourly wage of Plasterers and Stucco Masons $26.93 (employees, not contractor rates).
Stucco Contractor invoicing tips
- Bill the system in stages that match the inspections, such as paper and lath, brown coat and finish, so each payment lines up with a stage the building inspector or owner has already seen.
- Put the color name, the finish texture and the date the customer approved the sample board on the invoice, because color variation is judged against what was signed off, not against memory.
- List weep screed, casing bead and control joints by linear foot; these details are where water problems start and owners and inspectors want proof they were installed.
- Note the cure time and any moist-curing done between coats, since rushing those days to keep a schedule is the usual cause of cracking that a homeowner later asks you to fix free.
Stucco Contractor billing disputes to head off
- Small shrinkage cracks are normal in cement stucco but often trigger a payment hold. Explaining in the invoice notes what crack width is cosmetic and what you will repair avoids a standoff.
- Patches on existing stucco rarely match exactly in color and texture; stating that a patch is matched as closely as practical, or that the full wall will be recoated, prevents disputes.
Work a stucco contractor can bill for
Core tasks of Plasterers and Stucco Masons (O*NET 47-2161.00, O*NET 29.x task statements, CC BY 4.0). Each can become a line on the invoice.
- Apply coats of plaster or stucco to walls, ceilings, or partitions of buildings, using trowels, brushes, or spray guns.
- Mix mortar and plaster to desired consistency or direct workers who perform mixing.
- Create decorative textures in finish coat, using brushes or trowels, sand, pebbles, or stones.
- Apply insulation to building exteriors by installing prefabricated insulation systems over existing walls or by covering the outer wall with insulation board, reinforcing mesh, and a base coat.
- Clean and prepare surfaces for applications of plaster, cement, stucco, or similar materials, such as by drywall taping.
- Rough the undercoat surface with a scratcher so the finish coat will adhere.
How to make a stucco contractor invoice
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Add both parties
Enter Bluebird Stucco (your business) and the customer, Chris Novak, then job site address.
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Number and terms
Give it a unique number such as INV-4230 and set the terms to Deposit at signing, payment after brown coat, balance on finish.
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List the work
One line per item: the sample runs from "Two layers of weather-resistive barrier" (1,600 sq ft) to "Masking of windows, doors and landscaping" (1 each).
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Check the total
The 8 lines come to $16,055.00; add sales tax only if your state taxes stucco work.
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Download and send
Download the PDF or print it, then keep a copy with the stucco work records.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make a stucco contractor invoice?
Add your stucco company details, the customer, job site address, permit no., lath inspection date and finish color and texture, then one line per item with quantity and rate. The template above is pre-filled with 8 lines for apply a three-coat stucco system with an integral color finish to a 1,600 sq ft single-story house exterior totalling $16,055.00; change the prices and download the PDF.
How do stucco contractors charge?
Mostly sq ft. Prices exterior stucco by the square foot of wall for the full system (paper, lath, coats and color finish), with trim accessories by the linear foot and scaffolding per setup.
When should a stucco contractor invoice be paid?
Deposit at signing, payment after brown coat, balance on finish is the usual arrangement. Stucco contractors often take a deposit before lath goes up and a second payment after the brown coat passes inspection. Put the terms and the due date on the invoice so there is no doubt.
How much do stucco contractors earn per hour?
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024: median hourly wage of Plasterers and Stucco Masons $26.93 (employees, not contractor rates). Self-employed rates are usually higher because they cover overhead and unbilled time.