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General contractor invoice template — draws, change orders, retainage

Built for US general contractors handling residential and light commercial work. Manage progress draws, change orders, and 10% retainage without juggling three spreadsheets.

Your Business
United States
Invoice
INV-2026-014
DescriptionQtyRateAmount
Draw #3 — framing complete1$48,500.00$48,500.00
Change order #2 — added skylight1$3,200.00$3,200.00
Retainage withheld (10%)1-$5,170.00-$5,170.00
Total$46,530.00
Due in 14 days · Pay by card or ACH

Why general contractors pick Influx Theory

Progress billing by draw, percentage, or milestone

Track change orders separately from the original contract

Auto-calculate retainage withholding (5%, 10%, custom)

Branded PDFs ready to submit to lenders for draw approval

Questions general contractors ask us

What is retainage and how do I invoice it?

Retainage is the percentage (typically 5–10%) a client withholds until final completion. Invoice the full draw amount, then add a negative retainage line so the customer sees both numbers clearly. Bill the retainage release on the final invoice.

How should I invoice change orders?

Always issue a written change order signed before the work starts, then bill it on the next draw as a separate line item. Bundling change orders into base draws is the #1 cause of payment disputes.

What payment terms work best for residential GCs?

Draw schedules tied to milestones (foundation, framing, drywall, final) protect cash flow without making homeowners nervous. Net-7 on each draw is standard.

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