The Ultimate Easy Invoicing System For Self-Employed Trades
Streamline Your Paperwork and Get Paid Faster
Are you tired of spending evenings wrestling with spreadsheets and chasing payments instead of focusing on your trade? Simple Quotes offers a comprehensive invoicing solution designed specifically for self-employed tradespeople like you. Our easy-to-use system helps plumbers, electricians, builders, decorators, and other tradespeople create professional invoices, track payments, and manage their finances with minimal fuss.
Why Self-Employed Tradespeople Choose Our Invoicing System
Running a trade business means your expertise lies in your craft, not in administrative tasks. That’s why thousands of UK tradespeople rely on Simple Quotes’ business management tools to handle the paperwork side of their operations.
Features Designed for Tradespeople
Our invoicing system includes everything you need to maintain a professional image and keep your finances in order:
- Quick Invoice Creation: Generate professional invoices in under 60 seconds
- Mobile-Friendly: Create and send invoices directly from your smartphone while on site
- Payment Tracking: See at a glance which invoices have been paid and which are outstanding
- Automated Reminders: Send polite payment reminders automatically to late-paying customers
- Material and Labour Itemisation: Clearly separate materials and labour on your invoices
- VAT Handling: Simple VAT calculation for those who are VAT registered
- Customisable Templates: Add your logo and business details for a professional appearance
- Recurring Invoices: Set up automatic billing for regular clients
- Expense Tracking: Keep all your business expenses organised in one place
- Self-Assessment Ready Reports: Generate reports that make tax returns straightforward
How Our Invoicing System Transforms Your Business Operations
Traditional invoicing methods cost tradespeople valuable time and money. Our efficient invoicing tools deliver tangible benefits to your day-to-day operations:
Save Precious Time
The average tradesperson spends over 10 hours per month on paperwork alone. Our system can reduce this dramatically:
- Create professional invoices in under a minute
- Eliminate double-entry by integrating quotes and invoices
- Access all customer information instantly from any device
- Generate financial reports with a single click instead of hours of spreadsheet work
Improve Cash Flow
Late payments and administrative errors can seriously impact your business finances:
- Send invoices immediately after completing work
- Accept online payments directly through your invoices
- Set up automatic payment reminders to reduce late payments
- Track outstanding amounts to identify problem clients quickly
Present a Professional Image
First impressions matter, and your paperwork reflects your business:
- Consistent, professionally designed invoice templates
- Clear breakdown of charges that customers appreciate
- Your business branding on all documentation
- Timely, accurate invoices that build trust with clients
Getting Started Is Remarkably Simple
Unlike complex accounting software, our user-friendly system has been designed with tradespeople in mind:
- Create Your Account: Sign up online in just a few minutes
- Add Your Business Details: Enter your logo and contact information once
- Import Customer Details: Add your customers or import them from existing systems
- Create Your First Invoice: Use our intuitive template to generate your first invoice
- Send and Track: Email invoices directly to clients and monitor payment status
No technical expertise required – if you can use a smartphone, you can use our invoicing system.
Tailored to Meet the Unique Needs of Different Trades
Whether you’re a plumber, electrician, carpenter, or other tradesperson, our specialised trade tools adapt to your specific requirements:
For Plumbers and Heating Engineers
- Parts and labour separation for transparent billing
- Recurring invoice templates for service contracts
- Certification records linked to customer accounts
For Electricians
- Detailed itemisation of electrical components
- Certification tracking integrated with invoices
- Emergency callout rate options
For Builders and Construction Trades
- Stage payment scheduling for longer projects
- Material markup calculations
- Subcontractor payment management
For Decorators and Other Finishing Trades
- Room-by-room cost breakdowns
- Material and labour separation
- Project timeline billing options
Affordable Plans That Grow With Your Business
Our cost-effective pricing structure ensures that businesses of all sizes can access professional invoicing tools:
- Starter Plan: Perfect for newly self-employed tradespeople just establishing their business
- Professional Plan: Ideal for established trades with a regular client base
- Business Plan: Comprehensive features for growing businesses with multiple operatives
All plans include unlimited invoices, quotes, and customer records with no hidden transaction fees.
Seamless Integration With Your Existing Workflow
Our system works alongside your current processes:
- Accounting Software Compatibility: Export data to popular accounting platforms
- Calendar Integration: Link invoices to your work schedule
- Payment Processor Connections: Accept online payments through various providers
- HMRC Compliance: Ensures your records meet current tax requirements
- Cloud Storage: Securely store all documents with easy retrieval
What Our Customers Say About Our Invoicing System
Tradespeople across the UK have transformed their administrative processes with our reliable business software:
“I used to spend Sunday evenings sorting through receipts and creating invoices. Now it takes me minutes per day, and I get paid much faster.” – Mark, Electrician, Surrey
“The automatic payment reminders have reduced my late payments by over 70%. The system has literally paid for itself many times over.” – Sarah, Plumber, Manchester
“As a dyslexic carpenter, paperwork was always my nightmare. This system is so straightforward that I actually keep on top of my invoicing now.” – Dave, Carpenter, Bristol
Take Control of Your Business Finances Today
Stop letting paperwork and payment chasing dominate your evenings and weekends. Join thousands of UK tradespeople who have simplified their business administration with our comprehensive invoicing system.
Contact our friendly team for a no-obligation demonstration:
- Phone: 01306 298118
- Email: Available through our website contact form
- Social Media: Follow us on Facebook for tips and updates
Our UK-based support team is available to help you get started and answer any questions you might have about implementing our easy invoicing system for your trade business.
Simple Quotes – Helping Britain’s tradespeople spend less time on paperwork and more time on their craft.
