1. Hattiesburg-specific tax handling
- State sales tax: 7%. Local jurisdictions in Hattiesburg may add their own rate β verify with your local tax assessor.
- Late fees: MS statute Miss. Code Β§75-17-1 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.
2. Standard drywall installer line items
- Hanging β per sqft β billed by sqft (~$1.5 default).
- Finishing β per sqft β billed by sqft (~$1.25 default).
- Materials β billed by itemized.
3. Payment terms that work in Hattiesburg
Net 14 is standard for drywall installers. Most drywall installers in competitive markets like Hattiesburg require a 25% deposit upfront before scheduling work. Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself β Hattiesburg customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.
4. Licensing & disclosures
General contractor license required in most states for jobs over a state-set threshold.
Metro
Hattiesburg
State
MS
Net terms
14 days
Deposit
25%