Painting & Decorating in Canada

Painting & Decorating Invoice Template for Canada

Create professional invoices tailored for painting & decorating businesses in Canada. Our free invoice generator combines painting & decorating-specific formatting with Canada's GST/HST compliance and CAD support.

Example Painting & Decorating invoice for Canada

An example of what your invoice could look like (sample figures).

Canada Painting & Decorating

BN 176-147-893

TAX INVOICE

#INV-1176

Bill to

Sample Client — Canada

CAD
DescriptionQtyUnitAmount
Interior residential painting 3 $2,333.33 $6,999.99
Exterior weatherboard repainting 4 $2,833.33 $11,333.32
Commercial office repaint 1 $1,166.67 $1,166.67
Subtotal$19,499.98
GST/HST 5%$975.00
Total due$20,474.98

Painting & Decorating Services in Canada

Typical painting & decorating services billed in Canada:

  • Interior residential painting (Canada)
  • Exterior weatherboard repainting (Canada)
  • Commercial office repaint (Canada)
  • Specialty finishes & feature walls (Canada)
  • Pressure wash & prep (Canada)

Invoice Requirements in Canada

Canada requires these fields on a valid invoice:

  • GST registration required if annual revenue exceeds $30,000
  • Include your Business Number (BN) and GST/HST account number
  • HST rates vary by province (13% in Ontario, 15% in Atlantic provinces)
  • Standard payment terms are Net 30 in Canada

Tax & Currency for Canada

GST/HST: 5% GST (varies with HST)

Currency: CAD ($)

Business registration: BN

Invoicing Tips for Painting & Decorating in Canada

  • Specify paint system (brand, sheen, coats) to avoid touch-up disputes
  • Invoice deposit before ordering large quantities of custom tint
  • Painting & Decorating businesses in Canada must include BN on every invoice
  • Charge GST/HST at 5% GST (varies with HST) on painting & decorating services if registered in Canada
  • Standard payment terms: Net 30 days — invoice in CAD ($)

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Quoting per room without ceiling height or condition notes
  • Not billing extra for excessive prep or mould treatment
  • Not including BN on painting & decorating invoices for Canada clients
  • Using incorrect currency (must be CAD) on cross-border painting & decorating jobs

Painting & Decorating Invoicing FAQ — Canada

What should a painting & decorating invoice include in Canada?

A painting & decorating invoice in Canada must include: your BN, business details, client information, unique invoice number, date, itemized painting & decorating services, GST/HST at 5% GST (varies with HST) (if registered), amounts in CAD, and payment terms.

What GST/HST rate applies to painting & decorating services in Canada?

In Canada, painting & decorating services are typically subject to GST/HST at 5% GST (varies with HST). Registration thresholds vary. Once registered, you must charge GST/HST and show it separately on all invoices.

What payment terms are standard for painting & decorating in Canada?

Standard payment terms for painting & decorating businesses in Canada are Net 30 days. The average invoice value in this industry is approximately $2000. Always clearly state your payment terms on every invoice.