Subject: Fence Installation Estimate for [Jim's Address or Project Name]

Dear Jim,

This email contains the estimate for the fence installation we discussed. Please review the details below. I've included a breakdown of the costs involved to ensure transparency. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or require clarification on any aspect of the estimate.

Project: Fence Installation at [Jim's Address or Project Name]

Date: October 26, 2023

Description of Work:

• [Detailed description of the fencing work, including type of fence, materials, dimensions, and any special features. Be specific – e.g., "Installation of a 6-foot-tall cedar wood privacy fence, 50 feet in length, including two gates (one 4-foot, one 3-foot), and all necessary post holes and concrete."]
• [List any additional services included, such as site preparation, removal of existing fencing, or landscaping.]

Materials:

• [Detailed list of materials with quantities and unit costs. Example: "Cedar fence posts: 10 posts x $25/post = $250"; "Cedar fence boards: 200 linear feet x $3/linear foot = $600"]
• [Include costs for concrete, fasteners, gates, etc.]

Labor:

• [Breakdown of labor costs, specifying the number of hours and hourly rate. Example: "Labor: 20 hours x $50/hour = $1000"]

Subtotal: [Sum of materials and labor costs]

Sales Tax (if applicable): [Calculate and state sales tax amount]

Total: [Sum of subtotal and sales tax]

Payment Terms: [Clearly state payment terms, e.g., "50% deposit upon acceptance of estimate, 50% upon completion of work."]

Timeline: [Provide a realistic timeline for completion of the project. Example: "Project completion is estimated to take 3-5 business days, commencing on [Start Date], weather permitting."]

Warranty: [State any warranties offered on materials or workmanship.]

Thank you for considering our services. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

[Your Name/Company Name] [Your Contact Information]