1. Portland-specific tax handling
- State sales tax: 0%. Local jurisdictions in Portland may add their own rate β verify with your local tax assessor.
- Late fees: OR statute Or. Rev. Stat. Β§82.010 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.
2. Standard insulation contractor line items
- Material β per sqft β billed by sqft.
- Labor β billed by hour (~$70 default).
- Removal of old insulation β billed by flat.
3. Payment terms that work in Portland
Net 14 is standard for insulation contractors. Most insulation contractors in competitive markets like Portland require a 30% deposit upfront before scheduling work. Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself β Portland customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.
4. Licensing & disclosures
EPA certifications required for older homes. State licensing varies.
Metro
Portland
State
OR
Net terms
14 days
Deposit
30%