Drywall installer · Quotes and invoices
Quote software for drywall installers
Partitions, wall linings, suspended ceilings: price per square meter, insulation included, and send a quote that spells out every surface.
A sample drywall quote
| Service | Qty | Unit price excl. VAT | Total excl. VAT |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA13 plasterboard partition on metal frame, 45 mm mineral wool | 30 m² | €42.00 | €1,260.00 |
| Insulated wall lining | 40 m² | €46.00 | €1,840.00 |
| Joint tape and finishing compound | 70 m² | €12.00 | €840.00 |
| Suspended ceiling | 15 m² | €52.00 | €780.00 |
VAT 10%: €472.00
Total incl. VAT: €5,192.00
Example for guidance only: prices and VAT rates vary depending on your region, suppliers and the job.
How to prepare a drywall quote
To price a drywall quote, start from the surfaces measured on site and list each type of work separately: partitions, wall linings, suspended ceilings, then taping and finishing. For each one, give the quantity in square meters and a unit price that covers the boards, tracks and studs, insulation, screws and labor. Allow for cutting waste, corners, openings and reinforcements for mounting furniture or bathroom fixtures. Add a line for travel, waste removal and site protection if you charge for them. Finally, keep a margin for the unexpected: walls out of plumb, ceilings higher than planned, substrates that need repair.
Specify the board type (standard BA13, or moisture-resistant for damp rooms), the type and thickness of insulation, and the expected finish: taping only or ready to paint. If you are subject to France's ten-year liability insurance (assurance décennale), as most drywall installers are, state your insurer and geographic coverage on both the quote and the invoice. As for VAT in France, the standard rate is 20%. The 10% rate may apply to improvement or maintenance work on a home completed more than two years ago, and the 5.5% rate to certain energy renovation work, subject to conditions. Also describe the condition of the substrates observed before work begins.
With Ecomely, you build your quote line by line, per square meter, with quantities and unit prices clearly visible to your client. Zély, the AI Assistant, prepares a draft that you review and adjust before sending. Your client signs the quote online, with no printing or scanning. Once the job is done, you turn the quote into an invoice in one click, without re-entering the surfaces. The client can pay by card, and automatic reminders take care of outstanding invoices. Your clients and all their documents stay in one place, so you can easily find a past job.
What Ecomely does for drywall installers
- Fill in quotes from your phone, with your saved services and prices.
- Clients sign online from a simple link.
- Turn a quote into an invoice in one click, with card payment and reminders.
- Clients, documents and emails all in one place.
Trade vocabulary
- BA13 board (BA13)
- Standard plasterboard, 13 mm thick.
- Track and stud (rail et montant)
- Metal profiles that form the frame of a partition.
- Joint tape (bande à joint)
- Paper or mesh that hides the joint between two boards.
- Moisture-resistant board (plaque hydrofuge)
- Board for damp rooms such as bathrooms.
Frequently asked questions
Should I deduct doors and windows from the surface of a wall lining?
Practices vary from one professional to another. What matters is being clear: state on the quote whether surfaces are measured with openings deducted or not. Openings often require more cutting and finishing work, so you can either include them in your price per square meter or price them on a separate line, for example for window and door reveals.
Which VAT rate applies to insulated wall lining for a private client?
In France, 20% is the standard rate. If the home was completed more than two years ago, improvement work may qualify for the 10% rate. Some insulation work may qualify for the 5.5% rate if it meets the conditions for energy renovation. Check these conditions before drawing up the quote and keep the supporting documents requested from the client.
Do I need a quote to repair a simple hole in a partition?
In France, for troubleshooting, repair or maintenance work in buildings, a quote is mandatory above €150 including VAT. Below that threshold, it is still advisable: it avoids misunderstandings about price and finish. With Ecomely, a short quote takes just moments to prepare and your client can sign it online.
How do I bill a reinforcement or repair discovered during the job?
Inform your client before doing the extra work and have them accept an additional quote detailing the service, quantity and price. Don’t add it straight to the invoice without written agreement. In Ecomely, you send this additional quote for online signing, then turn it into an invoice once the work is done.
The rules mentioned on this page (VAT, required quote details, insurance) are those that apply in France.