What Is It?
An electrical quote is a formal document outlining the proposed electrical work, the total cost, the expected timeline, and the terms and conditions under which the work will be carried out. Unlike an estimate, a quote is typically a fixed-price commitment that you are expected to honour, provided the scope of work doesn't change. It serves as a pre-contract agreement that protects both the electrician and the customer.
About This Template
Providing a clear, written quote is one of the most effective ways to win electrical work and protect your business. A professional quote sets expectations for both you and the customer, outlining exactly what work will be done, how much it will cost, and when it will be completed. Under UK consumer law, a written quote is generally treated as a fixed price, giving the customer confidence and reducing the risk of disputes. Electricians who provide detailed, well-formatted quotes consistently win more business than those who rely on verbal agreements.
When to Use
- When a customer requests a price for a specific electrical job
- Before starting any work over a few hundred pounds in value
- When competing against other electricians for a job and you want to stand out
- For insurance-funded work where the insurer requires a formal written quote
- When the scope of work is clear enough to commit to a fixed price
- For commercial tenders where a formal quotation document is required
What to Include
- Detailed scope of work describing exactly what will and won't be done
- Fixed total price with a breakdown of labour and materials
- Quote validity period (typically 30 days)
- Estimated start date and completion timeline
- Exclusions clearly listed to avoid scope creep
- Payment schedule (deposit, staged payments, final payment)
- Warranty or guarantee on workmanship and materials
- Terms and conditions including cancellation policy
- Your business details, qualifications, and scheme membership (NICEIC, NAPIT, etc.)
- Any assumptions that the quote is based on (e.g., clear access to consumer unit)
Tips
Always visit the property before quoting for anything beyond a simple job - hidden issues can eat into your profit margin
Include a clear validity period (30 days is standard) so you're not locked into old prices if material costs rise
List exclusions explicitly - if you don't mention making good, decorating, or asbestos removal, customers may assume it's included
Follow up within 48 hours of sending a quote - customers often go with the electrician who responds fastest, not cheapest
Save every quote as a PDF with a unique reference number so you can track conversion rates and identify your most profitable work types
