Carpenter Invoice App — Carpentry Invoices by Voice
The fastest carpenter invoicing app available. Speak your job details — fitted wardrobes, flooring, staircases, bespoke joinery, door hanging, kitchen fitting — and TraderInvoice builds a professional PDF invoice instantly. Built for self-employed carpenters and joiners across the UK, US and Australia.
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Why Carpenters Choose TraderInvoice
Speaks the Language of the Trade
TraderInvoice's AI understands carpentry and joinery terminology — MDF, hardwood, softwood, fixings, ironmongery, architrave, skirting, joist hangers. Describe the job naturally and get an accurate, itemised invoice without hunting through dropdowns or menus.
Invoice on Site Before You Leave
Carpenters who invoice on the day get paid faster. With TraderInvoice, you can record a complete voice invoice in under a minute from any location on your phone, review it, and email the PDF to the customer — all before you load the van.
Stage Payments for Big Jobs
Bespoke joinery and large fitting projects often span weeks. TraderInvoice supports staged billing — raise a deposit invoice, a materials invoice, and a final completion invoice for the same job, with all balances clearly tracked.
Keep Materials and Labour Separate
Customers expect transparency. TraderInvoice automatically separates timber, fixings, hardware, and other materials from your labour rate, giving your invoice a professional breakdown that builds trust and reduces payment disputes.
Carpenter Invoicing Questions
What should a carpenter's invoice include in the UK?
- A UK carpenter's invoice should include your name or trading name, your address, a unique invoice number, the invoice date and payment due date, the customer's name and address, a description of the carpentry or joinery work (fitted wardrobes, staircase, doors, flooring, bespoke furniture, etc.), materials used and cost, labour hours and rate, your payment terms, and bank details. If VAT-registered, include your VAT number and the VAT amount. TraderInvoice produces all of this from a short voice recording.
Should I charge separately for materials and labour as a carpenter?
- Yes — separating materials and labour on a carpentry invoice gives your customer a clear, transparent breakdown and is good practice for any tradesperson. It also makes it easier to demonstrate that your labour rate is competitive if the customer questions the total. When you record your voice invoice with TraderInvoice, just mention the materials (timber type, quantity, cost) and your labour hours and rate separately, and the app will list them as distinct line items.
How do I invoice for bespoke carpentry or joinery projects?
- For bespoke work such as fitted furniture, staircases, or custom joinery, it's common to invoice in stages — a deposit when the order is confirmed, a progress payment when materials are ordered or fabrication begins, and a final invoice on installation. TraderInvoice lets you raise multiple invoices for the same customer and job, making staged billing straightforward to manage and track.
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