Plumbing Invoice Template (Free) with Discount PDF
A PDF Plumbing invoice with a discount row handles frequency discounts, package deals and promo offers cleanly — the client sees the original amount, the savings, and the final total.
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Why a discount row matters for plumbers
Discounts are a pricing tool, not a mystery. Cleaning services give frequency discounts, photographers bundle prints, caterers discount group orders — and an invoice with a dedicated discount line shows the client exactly how much they saved. That makes the discount feel real and keeps your standard rates intact for the next quote.
- Print it at the jobsite and have the client sign the approval line the same day.
- Emails as a clean attachment that never reflows in someone else’s app.
- Pair it with a free e-sign tool when the client works remotely.
Fields a plumbing with discount invoice should include
Every job is different, but these plumbers fields belong on the invoice. Keep them on the template so nothing gets missed:
| Field | What to enter |
|---|---|
| Hourly labor rate | Typical $75–150/hr depending on market and license level |
| Materials markup | Parts charged at cost plus a standard markup, shown line by line |
| Emergency / after-hours surcharge | Flat fee or multiplier for nights, weekends and holidays |
| Trip charge | Dispatch fee when the job needs a visit but no work happens |
| Permit fees | Pass-through permit and inspection fees at cost |
| Old-part removal & disposal | Separate line for removing and hauling replaced fixtures |
Real scenario: an emergency water-heater replacement with a permit
Plumbers mix hourly labor with parts markup and the occasional emergency dispatch, so the invoice needs a clear trip charge, an hourly rate, and itemized materials to survive a homeowner’s review. Here is a worked example using typical plumbers pricing:
| Line | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic & leak check (per hour) | 1 | $95 | $95.00 |
| Water heater replacement — 50 gal (labor) | 3 | $110 | $330.00 |
| Water heater — unit (cost + 25% markup) | 1 | $875 | $875.00 |
| Old unit removal & disposal | 1 | $60 | $60.00 |
| Permit & inspection fee (pass-through) | 1 | $45 | $45.00 |
| Emergency call-out surcharge | 1 | $75 | $75.00 |
Subtotal $1,480.00 before tax. Hourly labor is billed in 15-minute increments, parts carry the stated markup, and the emergency surcharge applies because the call came in at 8 PM on a Saturday. Net due on completion.
How to add a discount in PDF in 3 steps
Enter the standard line items
List every service at your normal rate first, so the original subtotal is visible before any savings.
Add the discount row
Use the discount line with the type (frequency / package / promo) and the amount, either fixed or percentage.
Let the total update
The template subtracts the discount before tax, and the final total reflects what the client actually pays.
Plumbing with Discount PDF invoice questions
What discounts do plumbers commonly give?
Frequency discounts for recurring customers, package deals for bundled services, and seasonal promos. The row works for any of these.
Is the discount applied before or after tax?
On this template the discount is subtracted from the subtotal before tax is calculated, which is the common practice for service invoices.
Can I use both a percentage and a fixed amount?
Pick one type per row for clarity — a fixed dollar amount or a percentage. For combined offers, use two discount lines.
Does the client see the savings?
Yes. The original amount, the discount line, and the final total are all printed, so the savings are explicit.