1. Portland-specific tax handling
- State sales tax: 0%. Local jurisdictions in Portland may add their own rate — verify with your local tax assessor.
- Late fees: OR statute Or. Rev. Stat. §82.010 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.
2. Standard plumber line items
- Service call fee — billed by flat (~$95 default).
- Labor — billed by hour (~$110 default).
- Materials — billed by itemized.
3. Payment terms that work in Portland
Net 14 is standard for plumbers. Most plumbers in competitive markets like Portland require a 30% deposit upfront before scheduling work. Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — Portland customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.
4. Licensing & disclosures
State-licensed in most states. Master plumber license typically required for self-employment.
Metro
Portland
State
OR
Net terms
14 days
Deposit
30%