Quoting & pricing
How to Quote a Plumbing Job (Without Underselling Yourself)
6 min
Most tradies undercharge because they quote on the run. Here's a repeatable structure for quoting jobs that wins more work at better margins.
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Key takeaways
The 30-second version if you can't watch right now.
- Always quote in writing — verbal quotes get disputed.
- Include labour, materials, callout, and a clear scope of work.
- Add a 10–15% contingency for unknowns on renos and old buildings.
- Follow up within 24 hours — quotes go cold fast.
The question this video answers
"How do I quote a job properly?"
Frequently asked questions
Hourly rate or fixed price?
Fixed price for defined jobs (hot water swap, toilet install). Hourly for diagnostics and emergencies.
Should I charge for quoting?
Charge a callout fee that's credited if they go ahead. Filters out tyre-kickers.
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