Shed and pergola quotes with the base priced in
Clients send the size, material, foundation and photos of the spot, and you send a shed or pergola quote they sign with a deposit.
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| Gravel base, levelled and compacted | $850.00 |
| Framing, sheathing and siding, 10 x 12 ft | $5,200.00 |
| Asphalt shingle roof with drip edge | $1,150.00 |
| Double doors and one window | $780.00 |
| Ramp, pressure-treatedoptional | $320.00 |
| Paint or stain to match the houseoptional | $650.00 |
| Total | $8,300.00 |
Try a shed and pergola quote form
Riverside Sheds and Pergolas is a sample business. Fill in its form as a client would, open the quote it sent, and look around the dashboard. It's the real app with sample data, and nothing you enter is sent.
What your clients see first. The questions this trade starts with, plus their details and up to 10 photos.
The quote they get. Every line, optional extras they can tick, and one button to accept and pay your deposit.
What you see. A sample dashboard (a moving company): new requests, quotes out, upcoming jobs and payments.
Common quoting problems in shed and pergola work
- Every client wants a custom size. Without the dimensions and roof style up front, you can't work out a materials list or a price.
- The foundation is often an unknown. A shed that needs a gravel base or concrete footings costs far more than one going on an existing pad.
- Backyard access changes the labour. Carrying every board through a side gate or over a fence can add hours you didn't price.
- Materials get bought for one job. If the client backs out after you order lumber, roofing and hardware, you carry that cost.
What your shed and pergola quote form asks
A shed or pergola price is mostly materials and the base it sits on. The form asks what to build, the rough size, the material and the roof. It also asks about the base, the slope and access. Photos show slope, trees and how far you'll carry materials.
Your form has its own page at your-name.quotefalcon.com. Clients can fill it in at any time, including evenings and weekends, and you get an email for each request. Share the link by text, on your Google Business Profile or social pages, or add the form to your website.
You can change, remove or add questions at any time in your settings.
The questions your form starts with
- What do you want built?Pick one: Storage or garden shed, Studio, office or bunkie, Pergola, Gazebo or pavilion, ...
- Rough size (e.g. 10 x 12 ft or 3 x 4 m)A short answer
- MaterialPick one: Wood (pressure-treated), Cedar, Metal or aluminum, Vinyl or resin, ...
- RoofPick one: Asphalt shingles, Metal, Open slats (pergola), Louvred or retractable cover, ...
- What will it sit on?Pick one: Existing concrete pad or patio, Existing deck, Needs a gravel base, Needs a concrete pad or footings, ...
- Is the spot level?Pick one: Level, Slight slope, Steep slope, Not sure
- Can materials get to the spot?Pick one: Yes - open access from the driveway, Through a side gate, Only by carrying through the house or over a fence, Not sure
- ExtrasPick any: Windows, Double doors or a ramp, Electrical (lights or outlets), Insulation, ...
- Do you have a permit or HOA approval?Pick one: Not needed, Yes, I have it, Need help with it, Not sure
Every form also asks for: a preferred date and time of day · the address of the job · their name and email, and their phone if you ask for it · notes · up to 10 photos
How quoting works in Quote Falcon
Share your link
Clients fill in your form and add up to 10 photos. You get an email for each request.
Send the quote
Add line items, quantities and tax from your phone or computer. Saved lines go in with one tap, and any line can be optional.
Get it signed and paid
The client signs online and pays your deposit by card. Collect the rest with a card payment link, or record cash and e-transfer.
What changes the price of a shed and pergola job
The factors that most often change the price, and the reason the form asks about them.
- Size and design
- Square footage sets the materials list. Roof style, wall height, lofts and custom doors add framing time, and a studio or office build costs more than a storage shed.
- Foundation
- A gravel pad, concrete pad, deck blocks or footings each cost differently. A pergola's posts may need footings or surface mounts on an existing patio.
- Materials and finish
- Pressure-treated wood is usually cheapest, with cedar, aluminum and siding that matches the house costing more. Pergolas often run $40-70 per sq ft in wood and more in aluminum.
- Roof and cover
- Shingles, metal and polycarbonate panels each have their own cost. Louvred or retractable pergola covers can cost more than the frame.
- Site prep and access
- Levelling a slope, removing an old shed or carrying materials a long way all add labour.
- Electrical and permits
- Lights and outlets usually need a licensed electrician. Larger sheds need a permit in many areas, for example over 15 m² (about 160 sq ft) in Ontario.
- Kit assembly versus custom
- Assembling a kit the client bought is mostly labour and often priced as a flat rate. A custom build includes design, materials and more time.
A shed and pergola job, from request to deposit
A 10 x 12 ft gable shed in pressure-treated wood with shingles, double doors and one window, on a level spot reached through a side gate.
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10 x 12 ft storage shedNew quote requestNew
- What do you want built?
- Rough size (e.g. 10 x 12 ft or 3 x 4 m)
- Material
- Roof
+21. The request comes in
The client answers your form's questions and adds photos. You get an email, and the request waits in your dashboard.
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Quote 10 x 12 ft storage shed
Gravel base, levelled and compacted $850.00 Framing, sheathing and siding, 10 x 12 ft $5,200.00 Asphalt shingle roof with drip edge $1,150.00 Double doors and one window $780.00 Ramp, pressure-treatedoptional $320.00 Paint or stain to match the houseoptional $650.00 Total $8,300.00 2. You send the quote
The ramp and the paint are optional lines, so the client can leave them off and finish the shed themselves later.
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✓Quote acceptedSigned online by the clientTotal$8,300.00Deposit paid by card$2,490.00Balance due$5,810.00
3. They sign and pay the deposit
They pay your 30% deposit by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. They are emailed a signed PDF (you can download it from the job), and you collect the rest by card payment link or record cash or e-transfer.
Deposits and payment terms for shed and pergola jobs
Shed and pergola builders commonly take a deposit that covers the material order, often 25-50%, with the balance on completion. Some prefab shed sellers ask about 25% when the order is placed. Larger custom builds may use stages, such as deposit, framing complete and final. Some states and provinces limit home-improvement deposits, so check local rules.
How deposits work in Quote Falcon
You set your usual deposit once: a percentage, a fixed amount, the full price, or payment stages for bigger jobs. Clients pay by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay through your own Stripe account.
Optional lines. The client can tick or untick optional lines on their quote page, and the total and deposit update. If they want something else changed, they ask from the quote page and you send a new version for them to sign.
No subscription, no plans, nothing to upgrade to.
only on card payments clients make through Stripe, on top of Stripe's own fee. Cash, e-transfer and cheques: no fee.
Everything's included
- Your own quote page with questions for your trade
- Photos with every request, up to 10
- Itemized quotes with saved lines and tax
- Optional lines clients tick themselves
- E-signatures with a signed PDF
- Card deposits and payment stages
- Follow-ups when a quote goes quiet
- Calendar you can share with your crew
- Website button or built-in form
- Spam protection on every form
Common questions
Is it cheaper to buy a shed or have one built?
A prefab kit is usually cheaper up front, especially in smaller sizes. A custom build costs more but can be any size, sit on a proper base and match the house. Many builders offer both: kit assembly at a flat rate and custom builds priced from the size and materials. Quote Falcon's form asks which one the client wants.
How much does it cost to have someone assemble a shed?
It depends on the kit size and the base. Small resin or metal kits often take a few hours, while large wood kits can take a full day or more. Many installers charge a flat rate by kit size, plus extra for building the base. Put the base on its own line so the client sees what it costs.
Do I need a permit for a shed or pergola?
It depends on your municipality and the size. In Ontario, sheds under 15 m² (about 160 sq ft) usually don't need a building permit, and many US towns use 120 or 200 sq ft as the cutoff. Setbacks and HOA rules can still apply. The form asks whether the client has a permit or needs help with one.
What is the average cost to build a pergola?
Installed prices vary a lot by size and material. Wood pergolas often run around $40-70 per sq ft in many areas, aluminum costs more, and louvred roofs add more again. Footings, permits and lights are usually separate. Quote each of those as its own line so the client can see where the money goes.
How much deposit should a shed builder ask for?
Enough to cover the material order is common, often 25-50% for a custom build. In Quote Falcon you set a percentage, a fixed amount or payment stages, and the client pays the first part by card when they sign. If you don't take cards, they still sign online and you collect the deposit yourself.
Can clients send photos of where the shed will go?
Yes. Clients can add up to 10 photos to their request, so you can see the slope, the trees, the gate width and what's there now before you visit or quote. They also answer your questions about size, base and access, which covers most of what you'd ask on a first call.
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