Create a Handyman Estimate
A step-by-step guide with example for creating a perfect handyman estimate
Handyman estimating template with live example
Here is how to create a handyman estimate that instantly converts. Let us understand this with a live example. A handyman was requested to provide an estimate for a job that involved following services:
1. Dry wall repair
Please note, the above job involves a variety of services. A few carry a fixed charge and other services are priced on an hourly basis.
Like the dry wall repair, repair of damaged ceiling and installation of kitchen faucet are generally priced per hour and the other two activities which might take a day or a few days can be charged a flat rate.
The handyman in this case created a very detailed and yet simple to understand estimate in just a few minutes and got the job. Before we go through the steps to create the perfect estimate and an engaging handyman proposal, let’s first get a picture of final quote & proposal, which would look something like:
Now let’s create the above quote and automatically include it in our detailed proposal template using Top Notepad in a few simple steps.
Step 2: Click on add client button and provide details of your client
1. Dry wall repair
2. Repair damaged part of ceiling
3. Install new kitchen faucet
4. Provide & install driveway gate with opener
5. Set vertical rebar and pour concrete
Please note, the above job involves a variety of services. A few carry a fixed charge and other services are priced on an hourly basis. Like the dry wall repair, repair of damaged ceiling and installation of kitchen faucet are generally priced per hour and the other two activities which might take a day or a few days can be charged a flat rate.
The handyman in this case created a very detailed and yet simple to understand estimate in just a few minutes and got the job. Before we go through the steps to create the perfect estimate and an engaging handyman proposal, let’s first get a picture of final quote & proposal, which would look something like:
Now let’s create the above quote and automatically include it in our detailed proposal template using Top Notepad in a few simple steps.
Step 1: Login to your account. Go to estimates and click on the “Add Estimate” button
Step 2: Click on add client button and provide details of your client Client Details
Step 3: In the description section, in separate lines, add price estimate and details of all the services.
Step 4: Hit the generate estimate button and you get your estimate/quote!
You can now email this one-pager estimate over to your clients in just one click or create a detailed proposal by clicking on "Create Proposal" button.
Download PDF or email the estimate in one click or create proposal. Choose appropriate action
When you click on the "Create Proposal" button the software will take you to a new page where you have to choose a template. Please choose "Handyman" proposal template.
Scroll down to the second page of the proposal and if required you can make changes.
Next page
Click on the "Generate Proposal" button to create the proposal with quotation
Email proposal
Client Details
Step 3: In the description section, in separate lines, add price estimate and details of all the services.
Step 4: Hit the generate estimate button and you get your estimate/quote!
You can now email this one-pager estimate over to your clients in just one click or create a detailed proposal by clicking on "Create Proposal" button.
Download PDF or email the estimate in one click or create proposal. Choose appropriate action
When you click on the "Create Proposal" button the software will take you to a new page where you have to choose a template. Please choose "Handyman" proposal template.
Scroll down to the second page of the proposal and if required you can make changes.
Next page
Click on the "Generate Proposal" button to create the proposal with quotation
Email proposal
Step 3: In the description section, in separate lines, add price estimate and details of all the services.
Step 4: Hit the generate estimate button and you get your estimate/quote!
You can now email this one-pager estimate over to your clients in just one click or create a detailed proposal by clicking on "Create Proposal" button.
Download PDF or email the estimate in one click or create proposal. Choose appropriate action
When you click on the "Create Proposal" button the software will take you to a new page where you have to choose a template. Please choose "Handyman" proposal template.
Scroll down to the second page of the proposal and if required you can make changes.
Next page
Click on the "Generate Proposal" button to create the proposal with quotation
Email proposal
When you click on the "Create Proposal" button the software will take you to a new page where you have to choose a template. Please choose "Handyman" proposal template.
Scroll down to the second page of the proposal and if required you can make changes.
Next page 
Click on the "Generate Proposal" button to create the proposal with quotation
Email proposal 