How to Prepare a Professional Estimate

• BUSINESS INFORMATION — company name, address, phone, email and HST number. • CUSTOMER INFORMATION — name, project address and contact details. • SCOPE OF WORK — a clear description of what will be done. • MATERIALS — major materials and the finish level included. • LABOUR — how labour is priced. • EXCLUSIONS — what is NOT included (permits, disposal, painting, etc.). • TAXES — HST shown separately. • PAYMENT TERMS — deposit and progress payments. • ESTIMATE VALIDITY — how long the price is valid. • EXPECTED SCHEDULE — estimated start and duration.