Subject: Your Estimate for Privacy Gates

Dear [Client Name],

Thank you for your interest in our privacy gates. This email outlines a detailed estimate for two different types of gates, as discussed:

Option 1: [Gate Type 1 - e.g., Classic Cedar Privacy Gate]

• Description: [Detailed description of Gate Type 1, including materials, dimensions, style features, etc. Be specific – e.g., "6ft wide x 4ft high cedar privacy gate with mortise and tenon joinery, stained with [Stain Color], including all necessary hardware."]
• Materials: [List all materials used, specifying quantities where appropriate – e.g., "Cedar lumber: 100 board feet; Hardware: Hinges (2), Latch (1), etc."]
• Labor: [Detailed breakdown of labor costs. Be specific – e.g., "Site preparation: 2 hours @ $[Hourly Rate]; Gate construction: 8 hours @ $[Hourly Rate]; Installation: 4 hours @ $[Hourly Rate]"]
• Subtotal: $[Subtotal for Gate Type 1 - sum of materials and labor]
• Sales Tax (if applicable): $[Sales Tax amount for Gate Type 1]
• Total for Option 1: $[Total cost for Gate Type 1 - subtotal + sales tax]

Option 2: [Gate Type 2 - e.g., Modern Aluminum Privacy Gate]

• Description: [Detailed description of Gate Type 2, including materials, dimensions, style features, etc. Be specific – e.g., "8ft wide x 6ft high powder-coated aluminum privacy gate in [Color], with integrated locking mechanism."]
• Materials: [List all materials used, specifying quantities where appropriate – e.g., "Aluminum panels: [Quantity and dimensions]; Powder coating: [Color and type]; Hardware: Hinges (2), Lock (1), etc."]
• Labor: [Detailed breakdown of labor costs. Be specific – e.g., "Site preparation: 2 hours @ $[Hourly Rate]; Gate assembly: 6 hours @ $[Hourly Rate]; Installation: 3 hours @ $[Hourly Rate]"]
• Subtotal: $[Subtotal for Gate Type 2 - sum of materials and labor]
• Sales Tax (if applicable): $[Sales Tax amount for Gate Type 2]
• Total for Option 2: $[Total cost for Gate Type 2 - subtotal + sales tax]

Additional Considerations:

• Site Survey: A site survey may be required to ensure accurate measurements and proper installation. This would incur an additional charge of $[Cost of Site Survey].
• Permitting: Building permits may be required depending on your location. We can assist with this process for an additional fee of $[Cost of Permitting Assistance].
• Payment Terms: [Outline your payment terms – e.g., "50% deposit upon acceptance of estimate, 50% upon completion."]
• Timeline: [Provide estimated timelines for each option – e.g., "Option 1: Completion within 7-10 business days; Option 2: Completion within 5-7 business days."]

Please review this estimate carefully. We are happy to answer any questions you may have. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

[Your Name/Company Name] [Contact Information]