1. Tampa-specific tax handling
- State sales tax: 6%. Local jurisdictions in Tampa may add their own rate β verify with your local tax assessor.
- Late fees: FL statute Fla. Stat. Β§687.03 (usury) caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.
2. Standard tile setter line items
- Labor β per sqft β billed by sqft (~$12 default).
- Tile material β billed by itemized.
- Substrate prep β billed by itemized.
- Trim & grout β billed by itemized.
3. Payment terms that work in Tampa
Net 14 is standard for tile setters. Most tile setters in competitive markets like Tampa require a 33% deposit upfront before scheduling work. Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself β Tampa customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.
4. Licensing & disclosures
Specialty license in many states. CTI / NTCA certification is industry-recognized.
Metro
Tampa
State
FL
Net terms
14 days
Deposit
33%