1. Iowa City-specific tax handling
- State sales tax: 6%. Local jurisdictions in Iowa City may add their own rate — verify with your local tax assessor.
- Late fees: IA statute Iowa Code §535.2 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.
2. Standard hvac technician line items
- Diagnostic fee — billed by flat (~$89 default).
- Labor — billed by hour (~$115 default).
- Refrigerant / parts — billed by itemized.
- Service agreement credit — billed by discount.
3. Payment terms that work in Iowa City
Net 7 is standard for hvac technicians. Most hvac technicians in competitive markets like Iowa City require a 25% deposit upfront before scheduling work. Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — Iowa City customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.
4. Licensing & disclosures
EPA Section 608 certification required for refrigerant work. State HVAC licenses common.
Metro
Iowa City
State
IA
Net terms
7 days
Deposit
25%