Quote templates for remodelling

What to include in a remodelling quote

Renovations are high-value, complex jobs. A well-presented quote is what separates a trustworthy professional from a casual contractor. Customers who receive an organised, itemised proposal are calmer and less likely to renegotiate mid-job.

Always divide the quote by phase or trade: demolition and removal, structural or masonry work, services (electrical and plumbing where applicable), finishes (tiling, flooring), painting, and fittings and joinery. Each phase with its own subtotal.

Detail materials with specific brands and references wherever possible. Naming exact products reads as far more professional than vague line items, and lets the customer compare against what they've seen in showrooms.

Give an estimated timeline per phase. A kitchen renovation might take 3 weeks. If the customer is living in the house, knowing when they get their kitchen back matters. Build in a 2 to 3 day buffer.

Wherever there's a risk of extra work (damp in walls, old pipework, unknown structure behind tiling), flag it upfront. This prevents conflict when reality demands additional work.

Example quote for bathroom renovation

Typical job: full renovation of a 5.5 m² bathroom.

• Demolition and tile/floor removal, 5.5 m² at R280/m²
• Removal of existing sanitary ware, 1 service at R650
• Waterproofing of walls and floor, 20 m² at R180/m²
• Wall tile 300x600 (up to 1.8m height), 20 m² at R580/m² (material + install)
• Non-slip floor tile 300x300, 5.5 m² at R650/m² (material + install)
• Wall-hung toilet with in-wall cistern frame, 1 unit at R4,800 (supply + fit)
• Countertop basin with stone-look top, 1 unit at R5,200 (supply + fit)
• Single-lever mixer tap, 1 unit at R1,450 (supply + fit)
• Shower with tiled base and glass panel, 1 unit at R7,200 (supply + fit)
• Ceiling paint, prime + 2 coats, 5.5 m² at R125/m²
• Ceramic skirting (matching floor), 9 lm at R180/lm

Materials subtotal: R30,890 | Labour: R14,500 | Total excl. VAT: R45,390

How to present phasing and payment terms

Renovations above R30,000 should include a payment phasing proposal. It's not just about cash flow, it's protection for both parties.

A typical model:

• 30% on acceptance of the quote and before work starts
• 40% on completion of demolition and services
• 30% on completion and handover

This way you're never working unpaid, and the customer sees payments tied to real progress. With Prummo, request each stage payment via PayShap directly from the quote, no need to chase a bank transfer manually.

For jobs above R80,000, consider a simple one-page written agreement in addition to the quote: parties, scope, timeline, payments, and an additional-work clause. It doesn't need to be a lawyer's document; one clear page protects you and reassures the customer.

Tips for winning more remodelling jobs

Progress updates build trust during the job. Send photos of progress on WhatsApp without being asked. "Tiling finished today, sanitary ware going in next week" with a photo is the kind of update that generates referrals. The customer feels in control without having to check the site daily.

Build packages for your most common jobs: "bathroom renovation up to 5 m²", "standard kitchen refresh". A base price with a clear additional-work clause simplifies quoting and speeds up decisions.

Document before-and-afters. Professional photos of a well-executed renovation are your best marketing. Renovation customers ask family and neighbours for recommendations constantly, a gallery of previous work on your phone is worth more than paid ads.