ProperTradie

ProperTradie for carpenters

ProperTradie gives carpenters a simple way to quote custom timber work, keep scope clear and invoice without retyping every detail.

Start quoting as a carpenterView pricing

Common admin headaches

  • Custom timber work often needs careful scope descriptions to avoid misunderstandings.
  • Door and frame jobs are small but admin-heavy when quoting each site separately.
  • Fit-out jobs combine labour and materials that are hard to keep itemised consistently.
  • Deck projects can run in phases, making partial invoicing easy to miss.

Carpenter: Deck build quote

Carpentry quote with deck stages and material itemisation.

/assets/images/trades/carpenters-deck-quote.png

1600×1000

Carpenter

Carpentry quote with deck stages and material itemisation.

Carpenter: Fit-out invoice

Invoice layout for commercial fit-out carpentry works.

/assets/images/trades/carpenters-fitout-invoice.png

1600×1000

Carpenter

Invoice layout for commercial fit-out carpentry works.

Quote custom carpentry with clear inclusions

Break labour, timber and hardware into understandable items so clients can approve scope confidently before cutting starts.

Handle decks and outdoor timber projects

Use staged line items for subframe, boards, stairs and handrails so each part of a deck build is easy to price and invoice.

Try ProperTradie free

Start with a free trial. Quote, approve, invoice and track payments from your phone.

Start quoting as a carpenterSee how it works

Invoice fit-outs and small works promptly

Convert approved quotes into invoices quickly, helping you keep cash flow steady across both residential and commercial jobs.

Keep progress photos attached to job records

Store framing and completion photos with quotes and invoices to support communication and handover quality.

Quoting examples

  • →Timber deck construction quote including subframe, boards and handrail.
  • →Internal door replacement with new jamb installation and hardware fit.
  • →Office fit-out carpentry package for partitions and skirting.

Invoicing & payments

  • →Invoice for framing labour and LVL supply on extension project.
  • →Progress invoice for deck subframe complete and board installation started.
  • →Final invoice for custom shelving fit-out and trim installation.

Expenses

  • →Timber order: treated pine, hardwood decking boards and fixings.
  • →Mitre saw blade and consumables purchase for fit-out works.

Photos & AI

  • 📷Capture framing progress before wall linings cover structural details.
  • 📷Attach finished deck and joinery photos for handover confidence.
  • ✦Draft deck quote sections from measurement notes and material lists.
  • ✦Generate customer-friendly descriptions for fit-out inclusions.

Related features

Frequently asked questions

Yes. ProperTradie suits both larger carpentry projects and quick one-off jobs, with reusable line items for common tasks.
Yes. Many carpenters use progress invoicing for phased works like framing, cladding and final fit-off.
No. It works for both residential and light commercial carpentry where clear quoting and invoicing are needed.

Start quoting as a carpenter

Built for carpenters who want quoting, approvals and payment tracking on their phone.

Start free trial