Quote templates for plumbers
Practical plumbing quote examples with materials, unit prices, and detailed labour.
Water heater installation quote
Replacing an old water heater is one of the most common jobs. Here is a detailed example:
- Wall-mounted water heater 11L, 1 unit at €280
- 25mm PPR pipe, 4 m at €3.50/m
- 3/4" safety valve, 1 unit at €12
- 1/2" stainless steel gas flexi, 1 unit at €15
- 3/4" stainless steel water flexi, 2 units at €9 each
- Sealant and PTFE tape, 1 set at €6
- Removal of old unit, 1 service at €30
- Labour, 4 hrs at €25/hr
Materials total: €364 | Labour: €100 | Total: €494
With Prummo, just dictate: "water heater 11 litres at 280 euros, 4 metres of PPR pipe at 3.50 per metre, safety valve at 12 euros..." and the quote is ready.
Bathroom renovation quote
Bathroom renovations involve many materials. A clear quote avoids surprises:
- Compact WC with cistern, 1 unit at €145
- Pedestal basin, 1 unit at €85
- 80x80 resin shower tray, 1 unit at €120
- Basin mixer tap, 1 unit at €55
- Shower mixer with rail, 1 unit at €95
- 1"1/4 bottle trap, 1 unit at €8
- 20mm PEX pipe, 12 m at €2.80/m
- 50mm PVC waste pipe, 6 m at €3.20/m
- 1/2" angle valves, 4 units at €7 each
- Sanitary silicone and sealants, 1 set at €18
- Labour, 3 days at €200/day
Materials total: €627.60 | Labour: €600 | Total: €1,227.60
Repair and emergency quote
Emergency repairs are quick but frequent jobs:
- Call-out and diagnosis, 1 service at €35
- WC cistern mechanism replacement (complete), 1 unit at €28 + 45 min at €25/hr
- PPR pipe leak repair (including cut and weld), 1 service at €55
- Kitchen tap replacement, 1 unit at €45 (materials) + 30 min at €25/hr
- Trap/drain unblocking, 1 service at €40
Total: €221.25
Even on a €50 or €100 repair, a professional quote shows you are serious. The client keeps your contact for bigger jobs.
Tips for plumbing quotes
Always separate materials from labour. The client wants to understand how much the water heater costs versus how much the installation costs, not a single unexplained figure.
For bathroom renovations, include a line for "rubble removal and transport". If you do not, the client assumes it is included and there will be a dispute.
For jobs over €1,000, offer installments. A bathroom renovation at €1,200 splits into 3 payments of €400. The client moves forward more quickly.
Charging for call-out and diagnosis as a separate line values your time. If the client accepts the job, you can deduct it from the total.
Frequently asked questions
Should I charge a call-out fee for emergencies?
Yes. A call-out fee of 30-50 euros is common practice and filters out unserious enquiries. You can deduct it from the total if the client accepts the job.
How should I price plumbing labour?
The most common approach is by the hour (22-30 euros/hr) or by the day (160-220 euros/day). For emergency work, you can charge a premium rate.
Should I include brands and models in the quote?
Whenever possible, yes. A specific brand and model conveys much more confidence than a generic description. The client knows exactly what they are getting.