1. Des Moines-specific tax handling
- State sales tax: 6%. Local jurisdictions in Des Moines 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 locksmith line items
- Service call — billed by flat (~$75 default).
- Labor — billed by hour (~$95 default).
- Hardware — billed by itemized.
- After-hours surcharge — billed by pct.
3. Payment terms that work in Des Moines
Net 0 is standard for locksmiths.0 Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — Des Moines customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.
4. Licensing & disclosures
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Metro
Des Moines
State
IA
Net terms
0 days
Deposit
0%