Zoho Books for service businesses and repair shops

What service businesses and repair shops need from billing software, how Zoho Books fits, and what to check before buying. We are a Zoho Books partner and set it up for free.

Common problems in service businesses and repair shops

  • Invoices for services need SAC codes
  • Advance payments and pending dues
  • Quotations before the job starts

What to check in Zoho Books for service businesses and repair shops

These are the features service businesses and repair shops rely on most. On the demo we show how each works in Zoho Books and which edition includes it.

  • GST invoicesTax invoices and bills of supply with GSTIN, HSN/SAC codes and the right CGST, SGST or IGST split.
  • Estimates and quotationsSend a quotation first and convert it into a sale invoice when the customer confirms.
  • Udhaar and payment remindersSee who owes how much and send payment reminders, so credit (udhaar) does not get forgotten.
  • WhatsApp sharingShare invoices, estimates and reminders with customers on WhatsApp.
  • Expense trackingRecord rent, salaries and other expenses so profit is calculated correctly.
  • Profit and loss reportsProfit and loss, party-wise profit, day book and stock summary reports.

Is Zoho Books the right fit?

Best forService businesses and online-first companies that want cloud accounting connected to other Zoho apps.
Runs onWeb (cloud), Android and iOS
Keep in mindNeeds an internet connection · full overview

What we set up for a service business

  1. Your item list with GST rates and HSN codes, imported from Excel or entered with you
  2. Opening stock
  3. Invoice format, logo and A4 or thermal printing
  4. Customer and supplier balances so udhaar starts correct
  5. A training call for you and your staff

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Questions people ask

Is Zoho Books good for service businesses and repair shops?

Zoho Books suits service businesses and online-first companies that want cloud accounting connected to other Zoho apps. For service businesses and repair shops, check that the plan you buy includes gst invoices, estimates and quotations and udhaar and payment reminders.

What should service businesses and repair shops check before buying Zoho Books?

Make sure the plan covers gst invoices, estimates and quotations, udhaar and payment reminders, whatsapp sharing, expense tracking and profit and loss reports. Ask for a demo using your own items.

Can I get a Zoho Books demo for my service business?

Yes. We install it, add your items and opening stock, set GST rates and printing, and train you on a call.

Which Zoho Books plan suits service businesses and repair shops?

Most service businesses manage with a mobile or Desktop + Mobile Silver plan.

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