The short version
A handyman quote works for a defined list of small repairs agreed before the visit. A handyman quote is a fixed offer: it names the scope, the price, what is not included, and the date the price is good until.
Open the quote generator for handymansScope of work for the base package
The example quote is for a fixed list of small repairs agreed before the visit. The wording under each line is the kind of scope sentence you can copy and edit. Unit prices are example rates from the starter lines in the quote generator, not market prices, so replace them with your own.
| Included in the base price | Qty | Unit | Unit price | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call-out and first hourVisit the site, assess the job and carry out the first hour of work. Covers travel to site. | 1 | job | $75.00 | $75.00 |
| Additional hoursFurther time charged as worked, with the running total agreed before it is exceeded. | 3 | hour | $45.00 | $135.00 |
| Materials and fastenersScrews, brackets, sealant and any small parts bought in for the job. | 1 | job | $60.00 | $60.00 |
Optional add-ons
Options keep the base price clear and let the client say yes to extras without reopening the quote.
| Option the client can add | Qty | Unit | Unit price | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two extra hours for a second list of small repairs | 2 | hour | $45.00 | $90.00 |
Worked quote total
The base price is the offer. Options are added only when the client accepts them. The tax rate is an example only.
| Quote total | Base only | Base plus options |
|---|---|---|
| Base price | $270.00 | $270.00 |
| Options | $0.00 | $90.00 |
| Sales tax at an example rate of 8% | $21.60 | $28.80 |
| Quoted total | $291.60 | $388.80 |
Example payment schedule
A 30, 40 and 30 split is shown as an example. Choose a split that fits the size of the job and the cost of materials you carry.
| Payment | Share | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit when the quote is accepted | 30% | $87.48 |
| When half the list is done | 40% | $116.64 |
| When the whole list is complete | 30% | $87.48 |
| Total, base only | 100% | $291.60 |
Validity and acceptance
State a validity date, for example that the price holds for 30 days from the quote date. Then add an acceptance line: the client signs and dates the quote, or replies in writing, and the deposit starts the schedule. A signature block is a name, a signature and a date for the client and for you.
Exclusions for a handyman quote
- Any work that requires a licensed trade, such as gas or major electrical.
- Items not on the written list.
- Large parts or fixtures, unless listed.
- Repainting beyond touch-up of repaired areas.
Change orders
Anything not on the list is quoted separately at the hourly rate, and not started until the client agrees.
Not ready to commit to a price?
A handyman gives an estimate for a mixed or open-ended list, and a quote when the list is short, fixed and agreed. If the scope is still open, start with the handyman estimate template and give a range.
Start your handyman quote
Pick the trade, set quantities and options for your own job, add your terms and download it. Nothing needs an account.
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Last reviewed by InvoiceTools, Houston, Texas, on 11 October 2026.