Network Cabling Invoice Template

Free invoice templates for network cabling contractors built for parts and labor, cable runs, and testing and certification. Download and edit in PDF, Word, Excel, Google Docs, or Google Sheets.

Also called: network cabling invoice, network cabling bill, or cat6 invoice.

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Logo, PO, floor plan and site IDs.

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Edit runs, racks, patch panels.

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Totals, test results, signatures.

Free Network Cabling Invoice Template

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Drops, cable type, terminations, labor.

How to Invoice as a Network Cabling Contractor

A simple flow that moves from scope to proof to payment without drama.

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In 5 Steps:

Walk the site, confirm scope, count drops, and note access or ceiling limits.
Draft a per-drop estimate with parts, labor, travel, and off-hours, and collect a deposit to book the job.
Do the work, label every cable, log hours, and capture photos and test results.
Build the invoice from the signed scope and any approved changes, attach proof and permit info, and apply the deposit.
Send the invoice with a clear due date and payment options, then follow up with a brief summary.

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What to Include in a Network Cabling Invoice

These are the must-have fields for clear, compliant invoices.

Invoice number
Issue date and due date
Your business name, address, and contact
Client name and site address
Scope of work summary
Itemized lines with quantity, unit, and rate
Cable IDs and room or rack location reference
Permit or inspection number if required, check local rules
License number
Payment terms and methods, deposit applied, balance due

Billing Scenarios for Network Cabling Contractors

How to label charges so every invoice makes sense the moment your clients see it.

Cat6 drop install; Materials

New cable runs per drop

Splits labor and parts so the per-drop price is clear.

Termination & jack; Cable certification

Terminate and test existing cabling

Shows the finish work and the proof the link passes.

Patch panel terminations; Rack tidy

Patch panel and rack cleanup

Separates rack work from field runs to avoid double counting.

After-hours labor; Access fee

Work outside normal hours

Include permit and inspection identifiers on the invoice and note when not required, and check local rules.

Travel/mileage; Parking

Travel to remote or high-traffic site

Ties costs to distance and access.

Change order; Extra drops

Protects scope and shows what changed.

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Install, runs, and testing fees for network cabling

List parts and labor, cable runs, testing, certification, and rack work with professional invoice line items.

Charge or Service

Unit

Taxable

When to use

How to show it

Site Survey & Design

Time

New build or upgrade scope

Qty × hourly rate. Document cable paths, counts, labeling, and hardware so install runs clean.

Cable Pull & Routing

Time

Add or relocate data drops

Qty × hourly rate. Pull and secure cable to code, maintain bend radius, and label both ends.

Termination & Punchdown

Time

End cables at jacks/panels

Qty × hourly rate. Terminate to standard, verify pinout, and label for future service.

Testing & Certification

Time

Prove performance per spec

Qty × hourly rate. Certify each drop, store results, and note any remediation needed.

Patch Panel Installation

Time

Mount or replace panels

Qty × hourly rate. Install, label, and dress cables for clean rack management.

Bulk Cat6 Cable (per ft)

Item

Taxable

Bill for used footage

Qty × unit cost × (1 + markup). Charge only measured installed length.

RJ45 Keystone Jack

Item

Taxable

Provide customer jacks

Qty × unit cost × (1 + markup). Use spec-matched parts and record locations.

Trip / Site Visit

Item

Diagnostic or first hour on site

Qty × call-out rate. Covers travel time, truck stock, and initial troubleshooting.

After-Hours Surcharge

Item

Nights, weekends, or holidays

Qty × surcharge rate. Applies to labor scheduled outside standard hours.

Low-Voltage Permit/Inspection

Item

Jurisdiction requires permit

Pass-through as billed. Include permit or inspection reference in notes.

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Common Network Cabling Invoicing Mistakes

Real jobs get messy. These fixes keep invoices clean and prevent disputes.

Mistake

How to fix it

One-line invoices with no breakdown confuse clients and spark price disputes.

Itemize labor, parts, and extras on separate lines with quantities and unit rates.

No cable IDs or room locations makes it hard to verify what was installed.

List cable IDs and locations, and reference a map or photo set.

Show the deposit as a prior payment and subtract it from the total, then state the balance due.

Include permit and inspection identifiers on the invoice and note when not required, and check local rules.

Vague time entries like "all day" cause pushback on labor.

Record start and stop times or hours per tech and summarize total billable hours.

No warranty terms leaves both sides guessing and increases callbacks.

State warranty length for labor and parts and what is excluded, like user damage or third party gear.

Network Cabling Invoice FAQs

Per-drop pricing, Fluke certification, firestopping, lift rentals, after-hours cutovers, GC retainage, and change orders for low-voltage pros. Simple line items, faster pay, clear answers.

How do I price per drop for Cat6 vs Cat6A?

Most techs price per drop plus materials. Add longer runs and plenum upcharges. Example: “12 Cat6A drops @ $185 each, 1,200 ft plenum cable @ $0.28/ft.”

What line items belong on a cabling job invoice for a new office build?

List labor, cable type, jacks, patch panels, labeling, testing, and firestopping. Add racks, ladder tray, and waste haul if used. Example: “48-port patch panel $165, ladder tray install 4 hrs @ $95/hr.” Use our Network Cabling Invoice Template to keep these consistent.

How do I bill certification testing and test reports?

Charge per drop or per hour for Fluke tests and report prep. Note retests after client changes. Example: “48 drops certified @ $12/drop, test report prep 1.5 hrs @ $100/hr.”

What’s the right way to charge for core drilling and firestopping?

Treat each as separate line items with materials. Include sleeve size and UL system. Example: “1x 2-inch core drill $225, firestop sealant 3 tubes @ $18.”

Can I add lift rental, parking, and travel time?

Yes, if stated in terms. Bill rentals at cost plus markup and list access fees. Example: “Scissor lift rental 1 day $120, parking $24, travel 1 hr @ $85.”

How do I bill after-hours cutover or weekend work?

Use an overtime multiplier or a flat premium. Call out the window. Example: “After-hours cutover Sat 6 pm–10 pm, 4 hrs @ $140/hr.”

What should I include on a change order for extra drops?

Reference the original scope and add quantities, paths, and new materials. Note schedule impact. Example: “CO-02: add 10 Cat6 drops suite 210 @ $165 each.”

How do retainage and progress billing work with general contractors?

Bill by milestone and note retainage percent. Release on substantial completion. Example: “Progress App 2: rough-in 50% $7,500 less 10% retainage.”