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Free Demolition Contractor Invoice Template

Invoice clients for demolition work, strip-outs, and site clearance projects. Professional invoices from Tidybill.

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What is a Demolition Contractor invoice?

A demolition contractor invoice covers work safely demolishing structures, carrying out internal strip-outs, clearing sites, and preparing land for new construction. Demolition work ranges from small-scale internal strip-outs (removing plasterboard, flooring, and fittings for refurbishment) to full structural demolition of buildings. Waste removal, skip hire, and recycling or disposal costs are significant components of demolition invoices. Asbestos surveys and licensed asbestos removal must be completed before demolition begins on pre-2000 buildings, and the cost of these is invoiced separately. Large demolition projects require a method statement and may need planning consent. Because demolition generates waste, the Waste Carrier Registration number should appear on invoices that include waste removal services.

What to include on a Demolition Contractor invoice

Common demolition contractor invoice line items

Service Typical Rate Unit
Demolition labour (day rate) 300 day
Internal strip-out (per m²) 25
Skip hire (8-yard) 280 skip
Excavator hire with operator 450 day
Asbestos survey and removal 0 as quoted
Site clearance and levelling 500 day

How to invoice as a demolition contractor

Invoice at project completion or per phase for large projects. Always list skip and waste costs as separate line items. If asbestos removal was required, reference the licensed contractor's invoice and clearance certificate. Attach the waste transfer notes for compliance documentation. Net 14 for domestic clients; net 30 for commercial and main contractors.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a Waste Carrier Registration number?
Yes. Any business that transports waste (including construction waste) must be registered as a Waste Carrier with the Environment Agency. Your registration number should appear on any invoice that includes waste removal services.
How do I handle asbestos on demolition jobs?
All buildings constructed before 2000 must be surveyed for asbestos before demolition or refurbishment. Commission a refurbishment and demolition (R&D) survey from an accredited surveyor. Licensed asbestos removal must be carried out by a licensed contractor before demolition proceeds. Invoice these as separate pre-demolition costs.
Should I include skip costs in my quote or itemise them?
Itemise skip costs separately. Skip hire prices vary with size and disposal costs. Separating them from labour makes your core rate transparent and allows for adjusting skip size without re-quoting the whole job.
Do I need planning permission for demolition?
Full demolition of a building over 50m³ (or a gate, wall, or fence over 1m adjacent to a highway, or over 2m elsewhere) requires prior approval from the local planning authority. Advise clients to obtain this before work begins.
What insurance do demolition contractors need?
Public liability insurance (minimum £2-5 million), employer's liability (if you have employees), and plant insurance for any owned machinery. Some clients require Contractor's All Risks policy evidence before starting.
Can I use this template for free?
Yes. Tidybill's free plan lets you create up to 5 invoices per month at no cost, with no credit card required. You can use the Demolition Contractor invoice template straight away after signing up.