Plumbing Contract Template

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# Plumbing Contract

**[Company Name]**
[Street Address] | [City, State ZIP]
[Phone] | [Email] | [Website]
**Master Plumber License #:** _______________ **State:** _______________
**Insurance Carrier:** _______________ Policy #: _______________ GL: $_______________
**Bond #:** _______________ *(if required by state)*

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**Contract #:** PL-[YYYY-MM-NNN]
**Date:** _______________
**Technician / Estimator:** _______________

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## Customer & Property

**Name:** _______________________________________________
**Service Address:** _______________________________________________
**Mailing Address (if different):** _______________________________________________
**Phone:** _______________ **Email:** _______________
**Property type:** ☐ Single-family ☐ Multi-family ☐ Commercial
**Year built (approx.):** _______

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## Existing System Information

| Field | |
|---|---|
| Water main shut-off location | |
| Water supply material | ☐ Copper ☐ PEX ☐ CPVC ☐ Galvanized ☐ Mixed |
| Drain/waste material | ☐ ABS ☐ PVC ☐ Cast iron ☐ Orangeburg ☐ Mixed |
| Water heater type | ☐ Tank ☐ Tankless ☐ Heat pump |
| Water heater fuel | ☐ Gas ☐ Electric ☐ Propane |
| Water heater age | _____ years |
| Water pressure (if known) | _____ PSI *(normal range: 40–80 PSI; ≥80 requires PRV)* |
| Water softener present | ☐ Yes ☐ No |
| Sump pump present | ☐ Yes ☐ No |

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## Scope of Work

*Describe all work to be performed. Check all that apply and add detail as needed.*

### Water Heater

☐ **Replace water heater**
- Remove and dispose existing unit
- Install new: ☐ Tank ☐ Tankless ☐ Heat pump
- Brand: _______________ Model: _______________ Capacity: _____ gal / _____ GPM
- Fuel: ☐ Gas ☐ Electric ☐ Propane
- First Hour Rating / Flow Rate: _____
- New gas line / T&P relief valve / expansion tank per IPC 607.3: ☐ Yes ☐ Existing serviceable
- Expansion tank: ☐ New ☐ Existing ☐ N/A (open system)
- Seismic strapping (required in CA, HI, and other seismic zones): ☐ Yes ☐ N/A
- Set drain pan with proper drain routing: ☐ Yes

### Fixture Installation / Replacement

| Fixture | Location | Qty | Scope (new install / replace / repair) | Fixture Supplied By |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toilet | | | | ☐ Contractor ☐ Customer |
| Lavatory faucet | | | | ☐ Contractor ☐ Customer |
| Kitchen faucet | | | | ☐ Contractor ☐ Customer |
| Shower valve | | | | ☐ Contractor ☐ Customer |
| Bathtub / shower drain | | | | ☐ Contractor ☐ Customer |
| Garbage disposal | | | | ☐ Contractor ☐ Customer |
| Dishwasher supply/drain | | | | ☐ Contractor ☐ Customer |
| Ice maker / fridge line | | | | ☐ Contractor ☐ Customer |
| Outdoor hose bib | | | | ☐ Contractor ☐ Customer |
| Other: _______________ | | | | ☐ Contractor ☐ Customer |

### Drain & Waste Work

☐ **Drain cleaning** — location: _______________ Method: ☐ Cable ☐ Hydro-jet
☐ **Camera inspection** — location/line: _______________
☐ **Drain repair / replacement** — location: _______________ Material: ☐ PVC (ASTM D2665) ☐ ABS ☐ Cast iron
☐ **P-trap replacement** — location: _______________
☐ **Sewer line repair** — location: _______________ LF: _____ Depth: _____
☐ **Sewer line replacement** — from: _______________ to: _______________ LF: _____
  - Method: ☐ Open cut ☐ Pipe bursting ☐ CIPP lining
  - Material: ☐ Schedule 40 PVC ☐ SDR-35 ☐ Trenchless liner
☐ **Floor drain** — location: _______________

### Water Supply Work

☐ **Pressure reducing valve (PRV)** — location: _______________ Set to: _____ PSI
☐ **Main shut-off replacement** — type: ☐ Ball valve ☐ Gate valve
☐ **Supply line repairs** — location: _______________
☐ **Whole-house repiping** — from: _______________ to: _______________ Material: ☐ PEX-A ☐ PEX-B ☐ Copper ☐ CPVC
☐ **Water softener / conditioner installation** — brand/model: _______________
☐ **Whole-house filtration** — brand/model: _______________
☐ **Under-sink filtration (RO)** — brand/model: _______________

### Miscellaneous

☐ **Gas line** — work: _______________ Material: ☐ Black steel ☐ CSST ☐ Copper
☐ **Leak repair** — location: _______________
☐ **Inspection / camera report** — written report: ☐ Yes ☐ No

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## Pricing

| Item / Task | Labor | Materials | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| | $ | $ | $ |
| | $ | $ | $ |
| | $ | $ | $ |
| | $ | $ | $ |

| | |
|---|---|
| **Labor subtotal** | $ |
| **Materials subtotal** | $ |
| **Permit fee** | $ |
| **Sales tax (materials — ___%)** | $ |
| **CONTRACT TOTAL** | **$** |

**Service call / diagnostic fee** (applied toward repair if work performed): $_______________

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## Payment Terms

| Milestone | % | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit — materials purchase | ___% | $ |
| Work completion | ___% | $ |

Accepted payment: ☐ Check ☐ ACH/Zelle ☐ Credit card (+3% fee)

Invoices unpaid 30 days after completion are subject to a 1.5% monthly finance charge.

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## Permits

☐ Permit required and will be obtained by Contractor before work begins.
☐ Permit required — Customer to obtain.
☐ Permit not required for this scope per local code.

Permit fee: $_______________

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## Warranty

**Labor warranty:** _____ year(s) on workmanship — covers leaks and failures attributable to faulty installation.
**Fixture warranty:** Per manufacturer warranty; contractor will register where applicable.

Warranty does not cover: pre-existing pipe/drain conditions not part of this contract scope, damage from freezing, misuse, or subsequent third-party work.

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## General Conditions

**Fixtures and materials supplied by customer.** Contractor is not responsible for defects in customer-supplied fixtures. Warranty on installation only; warranty does not cover fixture itself.

**Access.** Customer will provide clear access to work areas, including shutting off supply as directed by contractor. If additional access (wall or floor opening) is required, Contractor will notify Customer before opening. Patching opened surfaces: ☐ Included ☐ Not included (see separate allowance).

**Disruption to service.** Water and/or gas service may be shut off during work. Customer to plan accordingly. Contractor will restore service before leaving premises unless repairs require extended cure time.

**Code compliance.** All work performed to current applicable plumbing code (IPC / UPC as adopted locally). Where pre-existing conditions are discovered to be non-code compliant and require correction, Customer will be notified and a Change Order issued before Contractor proceeds.

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## Acceptance

**Customer Signature:** ___________________________ **Date:** _______________
**Customer Name (print):** ___________________________

**Authorized by (Contractor):** ___________________________ **Date:** _______________

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*All work performed per applicable plumbing code (IPC/UPC and local amendments). Permits obtained by contractor unless noted. Changes to scope after signing require a written change order.*