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Free invoicing for UK decorators

Decorators · WhatsApp Invoicing · TaskDrop

Free invoice app
for UK
Decorators

Send professional, HMRC-compliant invoices from WhatsApp in under 60 seconds. Labour and materials itemised clearly. No app to download, no subscription, free forever.

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No card needed · No subscription · 60 seconds to set up

How it works

Three steps. Sixty seconds.

Decorating jobs vary widely — a single room repaint takes a day, a full house interior might run for two weeks. Customers want a professional quote before you start and a clear invoice when you finish, with materials broken out so they can see what they're paying for.

  1. 1
    Open WhatsApp and tap the menu

    Tap a button in the menu — Invoice, Quote, or Job Report. Or send a voice note describing the job, or snap a photo of a handwritten job sheet. TaskDrop handles the rest in about 60 seconds.

  2. 2
    Confirm and send

    TaskDrop shows you a preview. Everything correct? Hit send. A professionally branded PDF arrives on your customer's phone immediately.

  3. 3
    Get paid

    Customer pays via their banking app using your sort code and account number — money arrives same day. Or by manual bank transfer. Your records update automatically. Done before you've started the van.

Note: Materials and labour on separate lines. Break out paint, primer, fillers and any other materials clearly on the invoice. Customers see exactly what they're paying for — which reduces disputes and justifies your pricing for larger jobs.

Features

Built for how decorators actually work

TaskDrop makes both easy from WhatsApp. Quote the job before you start — break out paint, materials and labour. When you're done, convert the quote to an invoice in one tap. Customer details, job description and pricing all carry over without retyping anything.

Quick Invoice on Site

Send the invoice from your van before moving to the next job. 60 seconds, professional PDF — before you've even started the engine.

Quote & Convert

Quote before the job, convert to invoice after. Perfect for larger painting and decorating contracts where the scope needs agreeing first.

Materials Tracking

List paint, primer and materials separately from labour. Customers see exactly what they're paying for — reduces disputes.

Return Customer Memory

Regular customers are stored automatically. Second job for the same client — their name, address and contact details are already there.

Auto Reminders

Automatic payment reminders at 7, 14 and 21 days on unpaid invoices. No awkward chasing phone calls.

Expense Logging

Log paint runs, sundries and van costs via WhatsApp. Tax records built automatically — useful at self-assessment time.

Why it matters

Why UK decorators get paid slower than they should

Decorating customers are often domestic homeowners who haven't had much experience with tradespeople. A professional quote before you start builds confidence. A clear, itemised invoice on completion — sent the same day — gets paid faster and generates referrals.

The biggest cash flow problem for decorators is the gap between finishing a job and getting paid. TaskDrop closes that gap — invoice from the driveway, automatic reminders if unpaid, bank details are on every invoice so customers can pay direct.

Day rates for decorators range from £180–£280 in major cities. Domestic interior work — full repaints, feature walls, woodwork and ceilings — makes up the bulk of the market. Commercial decorating (offices, shops, rental properties) is the other major segment, where landlords and agents often need professional invoices for their own records.

Pricing

It's free. That's the whole thing.

No subscription. No £19/month plan. No trial that auto-charges. TaskDrop Pay is free. MTD submissions £80/quarter — cheaper than any accountant.l TaskDrop Pay transactions — both optional. Bank transfers are always free.

£0 / month · forever

Invoicing & TaskDrop Pay — always free. MTD submissions £80/quarter.

25 docs/month free — unlimited after your first MTD submission
Branded PDFs with your logo and contact details
VAT & CIS calculations — automatic, HMRC-compliant
Expense & mileage tracking for your tax records
Bank details on every invoice — free bank transfer always available
MTD ITSA submission — sandbox-tested, production credentials applied for
Automatic payment reminders
Dashboard access — manage everything from a browser
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No card. No subscription.

Instant bank payment via Open Banking — free forever. Bank transfers always free — your sort code and account number print on every invoice automatically. Full pricing breakdown →

Certification

Your registration number, on every document.

Add your scheme number to your profile once — it prints automatically in the footer of every invoice, quote, and job report you send. Customers and landlords see it without you typing it each time.

🏗️ CSCS
TRUSTMARK

Set it up in your dashboard under Account → Registration & Certification, or during onboarding.

Decorators by city

Find TaskDrop decorators in your city

Dedicated pages for decorators in cities across the UK — with local context on rates, subcontracting, and the trades market in your area.

FAQ

Common questions from UK decorators

Can I include paint and materials on the invoice separately?

Yes. List labour in the job description and materials separately. TaskDrop puts them on separate lines on the invoice — customers appreciate seeing the breakdown clearly.

How do I quote for a large decorating job?

Tap Quote in the menu on WhatsApp, describe the work and enter your price. A professional quote PDF goes out immediately. When the job is done, convert it to an invoice in one step — all details carry over.

Can I track paint and materials costs for my tax return?

Yes. Log any expenses — paint, primer, masking tape, sundries — via WhatsApp. TaskDrop builds a running record you can export at tax time for your self-assessment.

Is TaskDrop free for decorators?

Yes. Free forever — no subscription, no monthly fee. Your bank details print on every invoice automatically so customers can pay by bank transfer free forever. Every invoice includes bank details — customers pay directly via their banking app, same day. Free.

Guides

Useful reads for UK decorators

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