How to Invoice as a Roofer in St. Louis, MO

Invoicing guide for roofers in St. Louis: 4.225% MO sales tax, 0.75%/mo late-fee cap, plus MO licensing and contractor rules.

Combined sales tax
4.225%
Late fee cap
0.75%/mo
Net terms
14 days
Deposit
33%
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1. St. Louis-specific tax handling

  • State sales tax: 4.225%. Local jurisdictions in St. Louis may add their own rate — verify with your local tax assessor.
  • Late fees: MO statute Mo. Rev. Stat. §408.020 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.

2. Standard roofer line items

  • Tear-off — billed by flat.
  • Underlayment — billed by itemized.
  • Shingles / membrane — billed by itemized.
  • Labor — billed by hour (~$75 default).
  • Disposal fee — billed by flat.

3. Payment terms that work in St. Louis

Net 14 is standard for roofers. Most roofers in competitive markets like St. Louis require a 33% deposit upfront before scheduling work. Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — St. Louis customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.

4. Licensing & disclosures

Most states require a roofing-specific or general contractor license. Manufacturer warranty often requires certified installer.

Metro
St. Louis
State
MO
Net terms
14 days
Deposit
33%

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