Free Window Treatment Installer Invoice Template

What is a Window Treatment Installer Window Treatment Installer invoice?

A window treatment installer invoice covers the supply and fitting of curtains, blinds, shutters, and other window dressings for residential and commercial properties. UK window treatment specialists may focus on supply-and-fit (supplying and installing curtains or blinds), or may purely provide a fitting service for customer-supplied products. Bespoke curtains and made-to-measure blinds require accurate measurement of windows before manufacture. The invoice will typically include a measure and survey fee, the product cost (curtain or blind with fabric, lining, and heading), tracks or poles, and the fitting charge. For commercial clients (hotels, offices, care homes), large volume orders require detailed specifications and may involve project management fees. UK window treatment businesses should hold public liability insurance and, if working at height, follow Working at Height Regulations 2005.

What to include on a Window Treatment Installer Window Treatment Installer invoice

Business name, address, and VAT number if registered
Client name and installation address
Window reference or room for each item
Product: type of treatment, fabric/material, size, quantity
Track, pole, or fixing hardware supplied
Measure and survey fee
Fitting charge: per window or per product
Lining and interlining (if applicable)
Any alteration or rehang charge
Delivery charge and lead time
Room / window location and count with per-window dimensions (e.g. Living Room W1 36"x60")
Mount type and product spec per window (inside/outside mount, brand, color, motorized vs manual)
Measure fee line with its credit-against-order status shown
Deposit paid, balance due, and non-cancelable custom-order terms

Common window treatment installer invoice line items

Service	Typical Rate	Unit
Measure and survey visit	60	visit
Curtain fitting (per pair, including hardware)	85	pair
Roller blind supply and fit	120	blind
Roman blind (made-to-measure, supply and fit)	250	blind
Plantation shutter (per window, supply and fit)	450	window
Curtain pole supply and fit (per window)	65	window
Re-hang / alteration of existing curtains	45	pair

Setting your window treatment installer rates

Most installers price per window (or per rod/opening) rather than per job, and per-window rates drop when several windows are booked together because labor and travel are shared across the visit. Complex work (outside mount, specialty shapes, motorization, high ceilings) and hourly custom-drapery labor sit at the top of the range.

Payment terms

Deposit of 30-60% (commonly 50%) on custom/special-order goods to place the order, balance due on completion of install. Retail measure-and-install and small jobs are often due on completion; larger staged jobs may bill deposit, a mid-point on shipment, and balance at install.

Billing pitfalls to avoid

Charge the measure fee up front and credit it against the order once the customer buys, so the fee protects your time on window-shoppers without double-charging real buyers; state the credit condition on the invoice.
Custom / special-order goods (shutters, custom drapery, motorized shades) are non-returnable, so take a deposit (30-60%, often 50%) before ordering and make the deposit and the no-cancel terms explicit on the quote.
Motorization has a hidden line item: hardwired motors need an electrician and add roughly $150-$500 per window, so bill wiring separately and clarify whether it is your labor or a sub's before the job.
Per-window pricing collapses on multi-window jobs (shared trip and setup), so quoting each window at the single-window rate will overprice a whole-house job and lose the bid; use a job rate or volume tier.
Removal and haul-away of old blinds/treatments is not automatically included; confirm and add it (about $10-$30 per window) rather than absorbing it.
Sales tax usually applies to the materials/goods but rules on the install labor vary by state, so separate labor from materials on the invoice so tax is applied correctly.

Tax notes

Sales tax generally applies to the window coverings and hardware (tangible goods); whether the installation labor is taxable depends on the state, so itemize goods and labor separately. Custom special-order goods are typically taxed at the point of sale.

This is general guidance, not tax advice. Tax rules vary by country, state, and situation, so confirm with a qualified accountant before relying on it.

How to invoice as a Window Treatment Installer window treatment installer

Window treatment installers should take a 50% deposit when the order is confirmed, as made-to-measure products cannot be returned or resold if the client cancels. Issue the deposit invoice immediately after the measurement visit and sign-off on the specification. Issue the balance invoice on the day of installation, or in advance if a confirmed installation date is booked. For large commercial projects, milestone billing (deposit, midpoint for large quantity orders, balance on completion) is appropriate. For clients supplying their own fabric for made-to-measure curtains, note on the invoice that you are not responsible for the quality or sufficiency of client-supplied material. Clearly specify quantities measured and agreed at the survey visit.

Frequently asked questions

Do window treatment installers charge VAT?

Yes, if VAT-registered. Standard rate (20%) applies to both supply and fitting. Register once turnover exceeds £90,000.

Is a measure and survey visit always charged?

Most professionals charge a measure fee (£50–£100) which may be credited against the order. Providing a free measure for small orders or uncertain clients can lead to time wasted.

What is the lead time for made-to-measure window treatments?

Typically 3–6 weeks for made-to-measure curtains or blinds. Shutters may take 6–10 weeks. State lead times on every invoice.

Can I fit curtains supplied by the client?

Yes, as a fitting-only service. Charge your standard fitting rate and make clear in writing that you are not responsible for the product itself.

Should I take a deposit for standard blinds?

Made-to-measure products: yes, always. Off-the-shelf blinds where the client can return them: a deposit is optional but still protects against cancellation.

Do I price per window or per job?

Bill per window (or per rod/opening) as your base unit, but tier it down for multi-window jobs because travel and setup are shared across the whole visit. A single window might run $35-$100 in labor, but quoting ten windows each at the single-window rate will overprice the job and lose the bid, so use a whole-house or volume rate.

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 Window Treatment Installer invoice template straight away after signing up.