From switchboard upgrades to safety inspections, an electrician's invoice needs to itemise labour, materials and any compliance certificates clearly. This free template does it in under a minute, with 10% GST and your ABN.
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What to put on a electrician invoice
Common lines on an electrician's invoice include:
- Labour — hours on site × rate
- Materials (cabling, switches, fittings, switchboard components)
- Certificate of Electrical Safety / compliance certificate
- Call-out fee
- After-hours or emergency loading
- Travel
Plus the essentials every Australian invoice needs: your business name and ABN, the client's details, a unique invoice number and dates, the total (with 10% GST if you're registered), and your payment details. See how to write an invoice and the tax invoice requirements.
A tip for electricians
List any compliance or safety certificate as its own line — clients (and their insurers) often need to see it itemised. If you sub-contract to builders, quote your ABN on every invoice so they aren't forced to withhold 47% of your pay.
GST and your ABN
GST registration depends on your turnover and the work you do. For most businesses, the ATO registration threshold is $75,000 in current or projected annual GST turnover; ride-sourcing has a different rule. If you are GST-registered and the supply is taxable, show GST and use “Tax Invoice”. If you are not registered, use “Invoice” and do not charge GST. See our GST guide and ABN guide.
Worked electrician invoice example
Example: switchboard repair. The figures are illustrative, not recommended rates. Copy the descriptions into the Australian invoice generator and replace the quantities and prices with your own.
| Line item | Qty | Rate before GST | Amount before GST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fault finding | 2 | $110.00 | $220.00 |
| Replacement circuit breaker | 1 | $85.00 | $85.00 |
| Subtotal | $305.00 | ||
| GST at 10%, if registered and supply is taxable | $30.50 | ||
| Total including GST | $335.50 | ||
Make this useful for your client: Include the work address, service date, labour and parts. Reference any certificate or licence details required for the job in the notes or supporting paperwork. If you are not registered for GST, use “Invoice”, set GST to zero, and remove the GST line. Check the ATO tax invoice requirements before sending a tax invoice.
For more detail, read the related electricians invoicing guide. Need to send invoices from site and track outstanding jobs? InvoiceSonic, from the same team, handles sending and tracking; this site's free tool creates a PDF for you to send yourself.
Frequently asked questions
What should an electrician's invoice include?
Your business name and ABN, the client and job address, itemised labour and materials, any compliance certificate, the total with 10% GST if you're registered, and payment details.
Do I need to show GST on an electrical invoice?
Yes if you're registered for GST (mandatory over $75,000 turnover). Show 10% GST and head the document 'Tax Invoice'.
Can I add my licence number to the invoice?
Yes — add it to the notes or your business details. It reassures clients the work was done by a licensed electrician.
General information, not tax advice — check the ATO for your situation. Related: Tradie · Plumber.
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