From a rough job description to a finished quote in minutes
Stop spending your evenings measuring spreadsheets and hunting supplier websites. Describe what needs doing in plain English, and let GoTaskHub do the math.
1. Describe the job in your own words
"Replace 20m² patio with porcelain paving, excavate 150mm, lay MOT Type 1 sub-base, full mortar bed, and install 4m drainage channel."
| Item Description | Qty | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Site excavation (150mm depth) and 6-yard grab lorry disposal | 20 m² | £360.00 |
| MOT Type 1 sub-base aggregate supplied and compacted | 3.5 tonnes | £165.00 |
| Full wet mortar bed, priming slurry, and 4m linear drainage channel | 1 pkg | £220.00 |
| Contemporary 600x600 outdoor porcelain paving slabs (plus 10% cut waste) | 22 m² | £880.00 |
| Skilled installation labour (ground preparation, laying, pointing) | 32 hrs | £1,440.00 |
Current Local Pricing
AI factors in realistic regional material rates and trade costs, so you never quote with outdated supplier assumptions.
Waste & Consumables Included
Automatically builds in 10-15% cut-waste allowances and essential fixings, preventing accidental underquoting.
You Stay in Full Control
AI produces the first draft. You review, tweak rates, apply custom terms, and approve every line before it reaches the client.
Everything you need to send a quote you are proud of
Whether you build quotes with AI or assemble them from your saved templates, GoTaskHub gives your trade business a polished, professional edge.
Branded Templates
Add your logo, company colours, contact details, and saved terms. Start from a standard template instead of reinventing the wheel.
Accurate Calculations
Per-line tax rates, optional upsell items, and subtotal discounts calculated automatically. No math errors in front of clients.
Visual Attachments
Attach site photos, drawings, manufacturer spec sheets, and warranty notes directly to the quote to prevent scope creep.
1-Click Digital Approval
Send a secure share link. Customers review and accept on their phone with one tap, giving you a timestamped audit trail.
A quote shouldn't end with a PDF
GoTaskHub connects your quoting engine directly into your operations. No re-typing details into separate scheduling apps or accounting software.
Zero Re-typing
Approved line items and customer data automatically populate your active job card and invoice.
No Billing Leakage
Every agreed fixture, material cost, and variation hours is carried straight to billing without omissions.
Full Client Transparency
Clients can view their quote history, approvals, and invoices in their own branded online portal.
How to quote a price for a job (step-by-step)
A successful quote balances accurate cost calculations with crystal-clear scope. Use this step-by-step framework to price work with confidence:
Define Clear Scope
List specific tasks, materials, and explicit exclusions (such as making good or redecorating) to prevent scope creep.
Material Take-Off
Include trade prices, delivery charges, and a 10-15% buffer for cutting waste and consumables.
Realistic Labour Time
Calculate on-site hours, travel time, site setup, and cleanup using your true hourly recovery rate.
Overheads & Profit
Add your proportionate business overhead allowance and planned net profit margin (typically 15-25%).
Set Terms & Deposit
Include quote validity windows (14-30 days), start dates, and upfront deposit requirements.
Digital Delivery
Deliver an itemised proposal with a 1-click approval button to lock in the job quickly.
Need an in-depth breakdown on calculating hourly rates, overheads, and markup? Read our comprehensive guide: How to Quote a Job: A Complete Guide to Pricing Work Profitably.