Free Mason Invoice Template & Generator

Create a free mason invoice that breaks out square footage, brick or stone materials, and labor so homeowners and contractors see the full scope. Add a deposit and tax, then download a professional PDF — no signup to preview.

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Mason invoicing by the numbers

Masons do hard, physical work, but getting paid for brick, block, and stone jobs is often the slowest part. Construction has some of the worst payment timing of any trade: average Days Sales Outstanding sits around 90 days, according to the Levelset 2022 Construction Cash Flow & Payment Report, and fewer than half of construction companies are paid within 30 days. That same report found just 12% of construction businesses always get paid on time, and 75% of contractors have had retainage withheld on one or more projects. A clear, professional invoice with payment terms and online payment options helps masons get paid faster and keep cash flowing between jobs.

What every masonry invoice should include

Quantify the work by square footage or linear feet — veneer, patio, retaining wall — and list brick, block, stone, and mortar as separate material lines from labor. Note the deposit already collected, since masonry jobs require buying materials up front. Describing the scope and finish keeps contractor and homeowner clients aligned and protects you on change orders.

How masons handle deposits and progress billing

Because materials like stone and block are bought before work starts, most masons collect a deposit of 25-50% to cover supplies, then bill progress payments on larger walls, patios, or chimneys. Show each draw against the total contract on the invoice. For sizable jobs, define milestones — materials delivered, framing complete, final — so payment tracks the work as it's finished.

How to make a mason invoice in 7 steps

  1. Open the invoice with the fields already set up

    Start from this page so the invoice loads with line items and wording used for mason work. Creating and previewing needs no account.

  2. Add your details and the client

    Enter your business name, address and contact details, then the client name and billing address exactly as they should appear on the record.

  3. Give the invoice a number and dates

    Use a unique invoice number in one unbroken run, then set the issue date and the due date so the payment term is unambiguous.

  4. Replace the sample lines with the work you did

    Swap the example lines for the real job. Describe the unit you are billing, whether that is hours, visits, or units, and put the rate on the same line. The starting lines here open with stone veneer install (per sq ft).

  5. Check the totals and any tax

    Totals calculate as you type. Confirm the quantities, rates and any tax line against your own records, since sales tax rules and what is taxable differ by jurisdiction.

  6. State how and when to pay

    Add the payment terms, the methods you accept and any late fee your agreement allows, so the client has no reason to wait for clarification.

  7. Preview, then download the PDF

    Read the finished invoice before you send it. Preview is free; a PDF download costs $4.99, or is included with Unlimited.

Frequently asked questions

How do I make a masonry invoice for free?

Choose the mason template above, add your business name and the job site address, then enter the work by square footage at your rate plus separate lines for brick, stone, and mortar. List any deposit as a credit. Totals and tax calculate automatically. Preview free and download a professional PDF for the homeowner or general contractor.

Should a mason collect a deposit before starting?

Yes. Masonry requires buying stone, block, and mortar before any work begins, so most masons collect a 25-50% deposit to cover materials and reserve the schedule. List the deposit as a credit on your invoice and subtract it from the balance due. On larger jobs, bill progress payments tied to defined milestones as the work advances.

Do masons charge sales tax on materials and labor?

It varies by state. In many states a mason buys materials tax-exempt for resale and charges the customer tax on materials, while construction labor on real property is often not taxable. Some states treat the whole contract as a non-taxable improvement instead. Confirm your state's rule with its revenue department and apply tax correctly on your invoice.