Small Business Invoice Template
Use this small business invoice template to send clear, professional bills for local work, repeat customers, project fees or one-off services.
Example line items
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What to include
- Your business details and customer details.
- Invoice number, invoice date, due date and payment instructions.
- Clear line items for labour, materials, services or call-out charges.
- VAT information if your business is VAT registered.
Local service invoice
Add this as a line item with quantity, rate and VAT settings, then generate a customer-ready PDF.
Repeat customer billing
Add this as a line item with quantity, rate and VAT settings, then generate a customer-ready PDF.
Project deposit or final payment
Add this as a line item with quantity, rate and VAT settings, then generate a customer-ready PDF.
Blank templates
Download a starter template
Use the online generator for the fastest PDF, or download a blank template if you prefer to work in a spreadsheet or printable format.
Free invoice generator
Create a free small business invoice template PDF
Use the online generator, or download a printable and Excel-compatible small business invoice template without registration.
Payment term examples
- Payment due within 7 days.
- Payment due within 14 days.
- Deposit paid upfront with balance due on completion.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Using vague line-item descriptions.
- Forgetting the due date or payment reference.
- Sending one unclear total instead of itemised work.
FAQ
Common questions
Practical answers for creating and downloading invoices with TradeMadeSimple.
Do I need to create an account?
No. You can create and download an invoice PDF without registering.
Is this suitable for UK tradespeople?
Yes. The generator includes UK date formats, GBP totals, payment terms and optional VAT.
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