Quick answer
A decking invoice in Australia should include your business details (including ABN), an invoice number, dates, a clear description of the work (timber or composite supply, framing/substructure, install by m², balustrade), any deposit already paid, GST (if registered), and payment terms.
Use the copy/paste template below, or send it faster with Free Invoice App (Starter plan includes 7 sends/month, no credit card).
The solution (manual first, then faster)
Option A: Use a manual template (good in a pinch)
Manual templates work on-site when you just need something you can copy into an email or PDF.
Option B: Use Free Invoice App (faster, more consistent)
- Save the client and job once, reuse forever
- Generate a clean PDF instantly
- Email invoices and track status (draft / sent / paid)
- Upgrade only when you need it: Starter (7 sends/month), Pro (250 sends/month), Pro+ (unlimited + custom domain + team)
Free decking tax invoice template (copy/paste)
Copy this into a document. If you’re GST-registered, label it “Tax Invoice” and include GST amounts.
TAX INVOICE (if GST-registered) From: Business name: [Your Decking Business Name] ABN: [Your ABN] Licence No.: [if applicable] Phone: [Phone] Email: [Email] Bill To: Client name: [Client Name] Site address: [Job Address] Email: [Client Email] Invoice details: Invoice number: [INV-0001] Invoice date: [DD/MM/YYYY] Due date: [DD/MM/YYYY] Work completed: - [Supply: composite decking — 30 m²] $[amount] - [Substructure / framing & posts] $[amount] - [Install & fixings — 30 m² @ $X/m²] $[amount] - [Balustrade / steps] $[amount] Subtotal (ex GST): $[amount] GST (10%): $[amount] (only if GST-registered) Total: $[amount] Less deposit paid: -$[amount] (if applicable) Balance due: $[amount] Payment terms: - Balance due in [7/14] days on completion - Bank transfer to: [Account name / BSB / Account] - Reference: Invoice number Notes: - Thanks for your business.
Deposits, progress claims and big builds
Decking jobs usually need a timber order up front, so take a deposit before you start — see our deposit invoice guide. For larger builds, consider progress claims (deposit, mid-build, completion) so cash flow keeps up with the job. Show your builder licence number if your state requires it for work over the threshold.
What needs to be on a decking tax invoice in Australia?
- Words “Tax Invoice” (if GST-registered)
- Your business name and ABN (and licence number if applicable)
- The invoice date and a unique invoice number
- A description of the supply and install completed
- The total amount payable and any deposit already paid
- GST amount (or that the total includes GST)
Note: This is general information and not tax advice.
Features decking builders tend to use most
- Deposit + progress claims: stage the billing across the build.
- Add expenses: track timber, fixings and hire so your margin is clear.
- Scheduled sending (Pro): queue the final invoice for completion day.
- Mobile PDFs: create and email the invoice from site.
Conclusion: send your decking invoice today
Copy/paste the template above if you just need something quick. For deposits, progress claims, and tracking, Free Invoice App handles the full workflow.