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Glazier & Window Fitter Edition

Job & Materials Tracking Built for Glaziers

Stop losing track of glass units, uPVC frames, and silicones. Log materials, track jobs, scan merchant receipts with AI, and see your exact job profit instantly on site.

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Calculate Your Unclaimed Expenses

Glaziers often miss major deductions on specialty glass packers, shims, silicones, suction cups, and supplier trips. Check how much you can claim back.

Calculate Your Mileage Claims

Log mileage automatically in VanLog and claim write-offs at approved local tax rates.

Region:
Weekly Drive Distance150 miles
10 miles1000 miles
Estimated Tax Bracket20%
10% (Basic)50% (Higher)
Annual Claimable Expense Value£3,510
Real Estimated Tax Savings£702

Estimated cash saved based on writing off £0.45 per mile against your income.

Why Glazing Contractors Lose Margin on Site

Frame delivery and specialty glass units make glazing costing complex. If you don't log your actual material usage on site, your margin slips away:

  • 1.
    Unbilled Glass units & Custom Trim WasteBuying specialty double glazed units or custom uPVC trims in bulk often results in waste pieces. If you don't allocate the correct materials portion to the job, or fail to charge the client for the full materials ordered, you are absorbing the glass costs into your labor rate.
  • 2.
    Packers, Silicones & Consumables ExpensesPlastic packers, window shims, low-modulus silicones, and fixing anchors add up to significant figures. Many window fitters ignore these small purchases, letting hundreds of pounds in claimable expenses slip through the cracks.
  • 3.
    Lost Supplier and Wholesaler ReceiptsPaper invoices from local frame fabricators or Screwfix get lost in the van or damaged. At tax time, your accountant can only write off what you have clear proof of. Lost receipts equal higher tax bills.

Features Purpose-Built for Glaziers

AI Invoice Scanning

Take a quick photo of your frame fabricator or Screwfix invoice. Our AI scans the invoice, extracts every item (glass units, frames, shims), and links them directly to your job budget.

Smart Materials & Glass Library

Log double glazed units, uPVC profiles, trims, and silicone sealants easily. VanLog autocompletes past items and remembers pricing, making on-site tracking take less than 15 seconds.

Mileage Logging for Supplier Runs

Record your runs to local fabricators, merchants, or site surveys. VanLog automatically calculates your tax-deductible mileage value based on HMRC (45p/mile) or ATO (88c/km) approved rates.

Offline-Capable Interface

Works on remote sites, window installs, and new builds with zero cell reception. The app caches all materials and mileage inputs locally and syncs automatically when you're back in range.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the AI scanner support uPVC frame fabricator invoices?

Yes. Our AI receipt scanner recognizes layouts and invoice terminology from local independent window fabricators, national glass distributors, and trade counters.

Can I track vacuum glass lifter rental costs?

Yes. You can record suction lifter rentals, glass glass trolley hire, and safety equipment under the Job Expenses or Overhead tracker to make sure your tax returns reflect these business costs.

How does VanLog handle specialty plastic packer boxes?

You can add boxes of mixed glass packers to your job log and choose to allocate a percentage of the total cost to a specific job, or log it fully to a job and let VanLog track the rest as van stock.

Ready to stop losing profit on your glazing jobs?

Join self-employed window fitters who use VanLog to track material costs, capture tax-deductible mileage, and manage their business efficiently.

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⚠️ Important: VanLog is a record-keeping tool. Verify all calculations with your local tax authority and consult an accountant before submitting tax returns. You are solely responsible for your tax compliance.