Builder invoice
Builder invoice template for UK construction work.
Use this checklist for labour, materials, stage payments, retention, CIS, VAT, and domestic reverse charge scenarios.
Builder checklist
Details that stop payment queries.
Building invoices need more context than a generic invoice because clients often check stage, scope, materials, and tax treatment.
Job identity
- Customer billing name and site address.
- Quote, contract, or stage reference.
- Invoice number and tax point date.
- Work period or completion milestone.
Amounts
- Labour line items.
- Materials shown separately where useful.
- Deposits, stage payments, and retention.
- Subtotal, deductions, VAT, and total due.
Construction tax
- CIS deduction if the customer is a contractor.
- Domestic reverse charge wording if applicable.
- VAT number and rate if VAT-registered.
- Clear note when VAT is not charged.
Payment
- Due date and payment terms.
- Bank details and payment reference.
- Who to contact for snagging or disputes.
- Late payment process for business clients.
Example builder invoice wording
INVOICE
Builder: Stone & Beam Construction
Client: Harbour Lettings Ltd
Site: 18 Albert Road, Leeds
Invoice number: SB-2026-088
Stage: First fix and materials
Labour: GBP 2,400.00
Materials: GBP 1,180.00
Subtotal: GBP 3,580.00
VAT treatment: Domestic reverse charge applies, customer to account for VAT
Total due: GBP 3,580.00
Payment terms: 14 days
Domestic reverse charge and CIS rules depend on the customer, work type, VAT status, and supply chain role. Check before sending.
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