Roofer Invoice Template Canada — Free Example + PDF Generator

Roofing work in Canada involves weather windows, material price fluctuations, large ticket jobs, and often a mix of insurance work, full replacements, and repairs. Your invoices need to clearly document scope, materials (shingles, underlayment, flashing, ventilation), labour, disposal, and taxes so homeowners, adjusters, and property managers pay promptly.

This page provides a practical Canadian roofer invoice template with realistic examples, tax notes, and a direct path to generating professional PDFs tailored to your business.

Sample Roofer Invoice (text)

Business

Summit Roofing Solutions

1500 Industrial Way, Calgary, AB T2E 6W1 (or your location)

403-555-7722 | summitroofing.ca

GST #: 112233445RT0001

Bill To

Homeowner: Sarah Patel

782 Maple Crescent SW

Calgary, AB T2V 3K8

403-555-9911

Invoice #: RF-662

Date: April 18, 2026

Due Date: Net 15 (insurance claim — paid on approval)

Payment

E-transfer to accounting@summitroofing.ca

Large jobs: 50% deposit to schedule, balance on completion.

Card payment link available on request.

Thank you for choosing Summit Roofing.

Warranty note: 30-year manufacturer shingle warranty + 5-year workmanship guarantee. Full details on request.

Roofing-specific Line Items That Work Well

• Full replacement — by square (or "squares" x price per square)
• Tear-off (single or double layer) + disposal fees (big one for cash flow and margins)
• Ice & water shield / synthetic underlayment
• Ridge vent / attic ventilation upgrades
• Flashing packages (step, counter, valley, chimney, skylight, wall)
• Drip edge
• Starter strip / drip edge labour
• Additional decking / plywood / OSB replacement (itemized or per sheet)
• Skylight removal / reinstall / new unit
• Soffit & fascia repair / replacement
• Gutter removal / reinstall or new
• Snow guard / ice dam protection systems
• Emergency tarp / temporary repair (separate invoice often)
• Insurance claim admin / documentation fee (some roofers add this transparently)

Tax Rules for Roofers in Canada

Roofing labour and materials are taxable in virtually all cases.

• Alberta example above: GST 5% only.
• Ontario: HST 13% on the whole job.
• Québec: TPS 5% + TVQ 9.975%.
• BC: GST 5% + PST 7% on materials and most labour.
• Always show the tax breakdown clearly — insurance adjusters and property managers appreciate transparency.
• For very large commercial or multi-unit jobs, confirm any holdback or lien rules with your lawyer/accountant.

Important for Roofers

• Deposits: Common and smart for material ordering. State the deposit amount and schedule clearly on the quote and invoice.
• Insurance work: Many roofers invoice the homeowner or directly to the insurer/adjuster. Have a clear "bill to" and note the claim number.
• Change orders: Document any additions (extra decking, vents, etc.) with a new line or separate invoice referencing the original.
• Seasonal: Many roofers do a lot of invoicing in spring/summer/fall. Having fast tools matters when you're trying to get 8-12 roofs done per week.

Getting Paid on Big Ticket Jobs

Roofing Has Higher Average Invoice Values Than Service Plumbing/electrical. This Makes

• Clear e-transfer instructions essential.
• Card payment option valuable for the balance (Premium).
• Progress billing or deposit + final structure critical for cash flow (you front the materials).
• Professional PDF with your branding builds trust for larger amounts.

See our Progress Billing Canada page for recommended structures on $8k–$25k+ jobs.

How to Generate your Roofer Invoices

Use the free generator on this site. It handles all the tax math for your province automatically. Save your common "per square" packages, tear-off fees, and ventilation items as reusable products. After a roof is done, you can often create the final invoice in under 60 seconds.

Premium plan ($8/mo) removes limits, adds your logo, email sending, and card payments.

Related Canadian Roofing & Trades Resources

• Canadian Contractor Tax Guide 2026
• How to Get Paid Faster Canada Contractors
• Progress Billing / Construction Invoicing Canada
• General Contractor Invoice Template
• Plumber and Electrician templates (cross-trade referrals common)
• Provincial tax pages (especially BC and Ontario for roofers)

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I invoice per square or break everything out?

A: Many successful roofers quote and invoice a turnkey price per square that includes tear-off, disposal, underlayment, flashing, and install. Then itemize major add-ons (extra decking, vents, etc.) separately for transparency. Both approaches work — choose what your clients understand and what matches your estimating system.

How do I handle deposits on the invoice?

A: Best practice: Invoice the full amount, show a "Less deposit received [date] $-X,XXX" line, and show the balance due. Or do a simple deposit invoice first, then a final invoice for the remainder. Either way, reference the numbers clearly.

Do insurance jobs require special wording?

A: Include the claim number and "Insurance claim — payable on approval" in the notes or terms. Some roofers add "This invoice is for work approved under claim #XXXX".

What about warranties on the invoice?

A: A short note is good: "Manufacturer warranty détails provided separately. Workmanship guarantee: X years." Full legal warranty language can live on your website or in the contract.