How the Service Agreement Template works
Fill in your business, the customer, the service and how often you visit. The agreement below updates as you type.
It covers the basics most recurring-service disputes come down to: price and price changes, when payment is due, late fees, skipping visits, weather and access, concerns, and how either side can end it.
Print it, or choose Save as PDF in the print window, and both of you sign. Keep a copy each.
It's a general template written in plain language. It isn't legal advice, and laws differ by state, so have it checked if you're unsure.
Tips from the trade
- Use the same agreement for every regular customer, so nobody gets surprised by a rule someone else didn't have.
- Keep notice periods realistic. 24 hours to skip a visit and 30 days to end the agreement are common starting points.
- Store signed copies with each client's record so you can find them if a question comes up.
A worked example
Here's the example that's already filled in above, so you can see how the Service Agreement Template works before you enter your own numbers.
- Your business nameGreen Street Lawn Care
- Customer nameJordan Lee
- Service address12 Oak Lane
- Servicelawn mowing, edging and blowing
- How oftenEvery week
- First visitApril 1
- Price per visit$50
- Payment dueOn the day of service
- Late fee (0 for none)$15
- Notice to skip a visit (hours)24
- Notice to end the agreement (days)30
With those details, it writes:
SERVICE AGREEMENT This agreement is between Green Street Lawn Care ("we") and Jordan Lee ("you"), for service at 12 Oak Lane. 1. Service We'll provide lawn mowing, edging and blowing every week, starting April 1. 2. Price The price is $50 per visit. We'll give you at least 30 days' written notice before any price change. 3. Payment Payment is due on the day of service. A late fee of $15 may be added to payments more than 14 days late. 4. Skipping a visit If you need to skip a visit, please let us know at least 24 hours before. A visit skipped with less notice may be charged. 5. Weather and access If weather or something outside our control stops a visit, we'll reschedule as soon as...
Your agreement is ready below. Read it through, then print it or save it as a PDF for both of you to sign.
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When you need more than the free Service Agreement Template
This tool writes one document. Running a business means doing it on every job, with your own rates saved and a quote you can send.
Service Agreement Template questions
Do I need a service agreement for recurring work?
It's not always required, but a short written agreement prevents most arguments about skipped visits, late payments and price changes, and it makes your business look professional.
Is this agreement legally binding?
A signed agreement can be, but it depends on your state's laws and the details. This is a general template, not legal advice. Have it reviewed by a local professional if you need certainty.
What should a service agreement include?
At least the service, how often, the price, when payment is due, late fees, how to skip a visit, and how either side can end it. This template covers all of those.
How do I save it as a PDF?
Press Print or save as PDF, then choose Save as PDF as the printer. On a phone, use the share or print option.