Show customers exactly what is included. Break electrical work into service, rough, trim, and specialty scopes so pricing feels credible and easy to approve.
Bid intake & scope definition
| Area / phase | Notes | Included? | Client priority |
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| Existing service / panel condition | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| Load calc / service upgrade | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| Rough wiring scope | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| Trim devices / fixtures | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| Dedicated appliances / equipment | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| Low-voltage / specialty systems | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| Permit / utility disconnect | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| Inspection corrections allowance | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
Site conditions / assumptions
Before pricing
- Verify access, staging, parking, and working hours.
- Confirm existing conditions, hidden damage, and utility shutoffs.
- List owner-supplied materials or specialty fixtures early.
- Note permit, engineering, HOA, or lender requirements.
Allowance controls
- Mark every allowance and finish selection still pending.
- Write pricing validity period before presenting the estimate.
- Clarify what triggers a change order before work begins.
- Keep one client-facing copy and one internal pricing copy.
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Detailed pricing worksheet
| Line item | Qty / unit | Materials | Labor | Sub / equip. | Markup % | Line total |
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| Permit / service coordination | | | | | | |
| Meter / main / service equipment | | | | | | |
| Panel replacement / breakers | | | | | | |
| Grounding / bonding | | | | | | |
| Branch circuits / homeruns | | | | | | |
| Lighting rough-in | | | | | | |
| Switches / receptacles / GFCI / AFCI | | | | | | |
| Fixtures / fans / trims | | | | | | |
| Dedicated appliance circuits | | | | | | |
| EV charger / generator interlock | | | | | | |
| Low-voltage / control wiring | | | | | | |
| Testing / labeling / cleanup | | | | | | |
| Total bid price | | | | | | |
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Assumptions, exclusions, and acceptance
Common exclusions
- Drywall / paint patching unless noted.
- Utility company upgrades outside contractor scope.
- Code-mandated corrections to unrelated existing wiring unless noted.
- Permit reinspection fees caused by others.
Client approval
This bid is valid for 15 days and based on visible conditions at the time of walk-through. Hidden conditions or customer-requested revisions require written change authorization.
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Keep one signed work order for every dispatched visit. It becomes the best backup for service billing and customer sign-off.
Complaint and work performed
| Reported issue | Diagnostic notes | Repair performed | Circuit / equipment |
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Materials used
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Field sign-off
Job completion notes
Power restored? Yes / No
Permit / inspection required? Yes / No
Follow-up visit needed? Yes / No
Next action: ______________________________
Customer acknowledgment
Customer confirms the work listed above was completed or explained onsite and authorizes billing according to the agreed rate schedule.
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Label circuits clearly before final inspection. Consistent panel directories save call-backs and help future service techs.
200A / 40-space panel directory
| Circuit | Breaker size | Load description | Area served | Phase |
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| 1 | | | | A |
| 2 | | | | B |
| 3 | | | | A |
| 4 | | | | B |
| 5 | | | | A |
| 6 | | | | B |
| 7 | | | | A |
| 8 | | | | B |
| 9 | | | | A |
| 10 | | | | B |
| 11 | | | | A |
| 12 | | | | B |
| 13 | | | | A |
| 14 | | | | B |
| 15 | | | | A |
| 16 | | | | B |
| 17 | | | | A |
| 18 | | | | B |
| 19 | | | | A |
| 20 | | | | B |
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100A / 32-space panel directory
| Circuit | Breaker size | Load description | Area served | Phase |
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| 1 | | | | A |
| 2 | | | | B |
| 3 | | | | A |
| 4 | | | | B |
| 5 | | | | A |
| 6 | | | | B |
| 7 | | | | A |
| 8 | | | | B |
| 9 | | | | A |
| 10 | | | | B |
| 11 | | | | A |
| 12 | | | | B |
| 13 | | | | A |
| 14 | | | | B |
| 15 | | | | A |
| 16 | | | | B |
Load planning notes
- Reserve spare spaces for future circuits if available.
- Mark all MWBC, GFCI/AFCI, and tandem breaker constraints clearly.
- Verify panel legend matches installed breakers before energizing.
Nameplate reminders
- Record main breaker size
- Record available fault current label if required
- Affix arc-flash / service labels where required by jurisdiction
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Run this checklist before calling for rough inspection. It is cheaper to find missing staples, box fill issues, and support problems before the AHJ does.
Rough-in checklist
| Item | Pass / Fail / N/A | Location / circuit | Correction note |
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| ☐ Permits posted and address visible | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Service conductors protected and secured | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Boxes mounted at consistent height | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Cables stapled and supported per code | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Box fill adequate for conductor count | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Drill plates / nail guards installed | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Grounding electrode system complete | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Bonding jumpers installed where required | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Dedicated appliance circuits roughed in | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Bathroom / kitchen small-appliance circuits identified | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Exterior / wet-location wiring rated correctly | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Smoke / CO wiring installed | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Low-voltage separated from line voltage | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Panel home runs identified | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Required arc-fault / GFCI locations noted | P / F / N | | |
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Use this page before trim-out or service final. Verify device fit, labeling, and working clearances.
Trim / service checklist
| Item | Pass / Fail / N/A | Location / circuit | Correction note |
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| ☐ Devices plumb and plates installed | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ GFCI / AFCI devices tested | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Fixtures supported and lamps matched | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Panel directory complete and legible | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Breaker sizing matches conductors | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Dead front installed and secure | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Working clearances maintained | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Ground / neutral isolation correct | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Equipment labels / disconnects installed | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Service bonding complete | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Exterior penetrations sealed | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Ceiling fan / heavy fixture boxes rated | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Appliance connections verified | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Tamper-resistant receptacles installed | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Final cleanup completed | P / F / N | | |
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Correction log and turnover
| Date | Issue / correction | Assigned to | Closed? |
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| | | | Yes / No |
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Inspection closeout
- Attach signed permit card or AHJ correction notice to this file.
- Record any customer education completed at turnover.
- Save panel photos for future service reference.
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Explain electrical work in plain English. Clear parts, labor, and service descriptions reduce payment friction and customer confusion.
Invoice line items
| Description | Qty / unit | Rate | Amount |
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| Diagnostic / service call | | | |
| Panel / breaker work | | | |
| Branch circuit repairs | | | |
| Device replacement | | | |
| Fixture / fan install | | | |
| Dedicated appliance circuit | | | |
| Permit / AHJ fees | | | |
| Materials / parts | | | |
| Current amount due | | | |
Invoice totals
| Summary | Amount |
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| Labor subtotal | |
| Materials subtotal | |
| Permit / pass-through | |
| Tax | |
| Balance due | |
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Progress billing / application of payments
| Cost code / phase | Contract amount | Prior billed | This invoice | Balance remaining |
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| Mobilization / admin | | | | |
| Demolition / prep | | | | |
| Rough work / install | | | | |
| Finish / trim | | | | |
| Punch / closeout | | | | |
| Totals | | | | |
Invoice notes
- List part numbers for breakers, GFCIs, or specialty devices when helpful.
- Include permit number if the customer may need it later.
- Separate troubleshooting from repair work when that improves clarity.
Collections / closeout
- Capture customer signature on service reports before invoicing.
- If work is warranty-only, mark invoice as no-charge but record labor and parts internally.
- Attach photos when billing insurance or property managers.
Remittance & receipt
Payment terms should match the signed work order or service agreement. Retain this invoice with panel photos, test notes, and any signed field paperwork.
Customer receipt / owner representative
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Quick field reference only. Always confirm the governing code cycle, conductor temperature rating, ambient adjustment, and local amendments before final design or installation.
Common copper branch-circuit ampacity
| AWG | Typical breaker | Common use | Notes |
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| 14 | 15A | Lighting / receptacles | Not for 20A branch circuits |
| 12 | 20A | General-purpose circuits | Most residential kitchen / bath branch circuits |
| 10 | 30A | Water heaters / dryers | Verify equipment MCA / MOCP |
| 8 | 40A | Ranges / AC / feeders | Check termination rating |
| 6 | 55–60A | Feeders / EV / ranges | Confirm load calculation |
EMT conduit fill quick table
| Conduit size | 14 AWG THHN | 12 AWG THHN | 10 AWG THHN | Notes |
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| 1/2 in. | 12 | 9 | 5 | Common lighting / branch use |
| 3/4 in. | 22 | 16 | 10 | Useful for homeruns |
| 1 in. | 35 | 26 | 16 | Check bend count / pulling ease |
| 1-1/4 in. | 61 | 45 | 28 | Feeder / large pulls |
Common conductor color conventions
| Function | Typical color | Field reminder |
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| Ground | Green / bare | Bond all enclosures as required |
| Neutral | White / gray | Re-identify only where permitted |
| Ungrounded phase A | Black | Maintain consistency |
| Ungrounded phase B | Red | Used in multiwire / 240V systems |
| Ungrounded phase C | Blue | Common in 3-phase |
| Switched leg / travelers | Any non-neutral / non-ground | Mark clearly in boxes |
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